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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2955 N HICKS ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- For alterations to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Separate permits are required for plumbing and electrical work and the installation of heating/cooling appliances. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ | — | — | 19132 | |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 |
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| 2606 W SELTZER ST |
| City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-045124. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 2604, 2608 W. Seltzer. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. |
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| PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC |
| 19132 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationALTERATIONS TO MODIFY THE EXISTING WALL BETWEEN PATIENT ROOMS 6E31 and 6E32, 6th FLOOR IN THE MAIN HOSPITAL. AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DOH APPROVAL. ***********************************SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **************************************** | 1 | TARGET BLDG CONSTRUCTN INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2421 E HAZZARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES - For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. 60K BTU furnace, 2.5-ton AC, ductwork, and 18 registers | — | Saliaj Remodeling LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 924 LINDLEY AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19141 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | — | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | — |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 6137 PINE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3853 N BROAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to the front of an existing attached structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | — | C | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5661 SPRAGUE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH 2 -INCH AMES LF2000BM1-FP BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND FOR A PENTAIR FIRE-PUMP COMPLYING WITH NFPA 20. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | PATRIOT SPRINKLER COMPANY | C | 19138 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1839 N HANCOCK ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-002369 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5132 HARLAN ST | New Construction or AdditionsINTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURE ROUGH-IN TO FINISH. ALL WORK PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5809 CHRISTIAN ST | Alterations3/4" WATER SERVICE - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2533 MANTON ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001677 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 37 N 61ST ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-128352. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 35 N. 61st. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 587 VAN KIRK ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replace the existing with the same type, Gas boiler 130,000 BTU, 84% AFUE, no new ductwork.APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY | — | Sunrise Comfort Solutions LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 4001-35 FORD RD | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3510 WHARTON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing seal lateral | — | HARRY J STUHL III | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1353 S BOUVIER ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2355 E SOMERSET ST | AlterationsAMENDED 10.23.26 TO INCLUDE 3/4" WATER LINE. repair /replace curb box and vent box - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 732 CHURCH LN | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5918 CALLOWHILL ST | AlterationsFor minor construction work at the subject property in accordance with all applicable provisions of the Philadelphia Code, all references codes and standards, and the attached EZ Standard, where included. Deviation from this standard shall result in permit revocation. A separate permit from the Philadelphia Department of Streets is required for any sidewalk and street closures. All means of pedestrian protection required at the site in accordance with the Philadelphia Building Code Chapter 33 sh | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 236 BERKLEY ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2022-122314- FOR THE REPAIR TO A PORTION OF THE SIDE WALL AND ROOF OF AN EXISTING DAMAGED PROPERTY PER ENGINEER'S REPORT AND PLAN. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6' IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOSURE. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2022-122314. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINE | 1 | DKNSTRK LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 214 CHELTEN AVE | Addition and/or Alterations EZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation of New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replace existing furnace and condenser only, in like and kind, no new ductwork, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | DOWNTOWN MECHANICAL LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 350 DELMAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. Install Lights and outlets for at rear room. Install smoke detectors with throughout house, Install 4 Lights and fan at front Bedroom. Fishing methods. All work to be performed according to the 2020 NEC. | — | GALAXY ELECTRIC LLC | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1102 MORRIS ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling new branch circuits for kitchen and replacing old outlets. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC. | — | DRIJON GJONI | 19148 |