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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2326 FITZWATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING ONE-STORY REAR PORTION OF AN EXISTING THREE-STORY STRUCTURE, AND THE ERECTION OF A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE ABOVE THE THIRD STORY OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | S & J CONCEPTS, LLC | 19146 | |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1510 BAINBRIDGE ST |
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| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1915 S 29TH ST | Alterationscurb trap and fai - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2606 W SELTZER 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 | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 399 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEXTENSION OF EXISTING NFPA 13 SPRINKLER SYSTEM TO FIRST FLOOR DAYCARE SPACE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. NO WORK TO EXISTING BACKFLOW ASSEMBLY OR SPRINKLER MAIN. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 600 S BROAD ST | AlterationsCURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | C | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5716 WALKER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Install a sump pump in the basement | — | JOSEPH MORETTI | 19135 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2925 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Installing one backwater valve | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5724 WALKER ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement fixtures Install surge protector | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 4617 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace existing 100amp service to panel in unit, including 100amp meter socket combination/disconnect with 100amp main breaker run 100' 2/0, 4 conductor, SCR MC cable. No additional wiring, Grounding and Bonding. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC. | — | Felix Williams | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2019 SANSOM ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. INSTALL 1.5" BACKFLOW DEVICE. | — | ZHUO PING CEN | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1158 S 12TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5049 CHANCELLOR ST | AlterationsCURB TRAP AND FAI - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JOSEPH D CRINITI | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1610 MCKEAN ST | AlterationsCURB TRAP AND FAI - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2611 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. - Exterior 1" Water Distribution for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. - Interior Plumbing System for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1917 S 11TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Panos Master Plumbing LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2640 W OXFORD ST | New Construction or AdditionsExterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Ryan Hughes | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3701 MARKET ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | TRACEY MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 520 E ALLENS LN | Tank Install/RemovalFOR THE REMOVAL OF ONE (1) 275 GALLON UNDERGROUND HEATING OIL STORAGE TANK. REMOVE ANY HEATING OIL PRODUCT/WATER FROM TANK, CLEAN TANK, CONDUCT A CONFIRMATORY SOIL SAMPLING OF SURROUNDING SOIL. CONTINGENCY PLAN IN PLACE IN THE CASE CONTAMINATED SOILS DISCOVERED AND BACKFILL. ALL WORK COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH PADEP UST REMOVAL GUIDELINES. PROVIDE THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA WITH A TANK CLOSURE REPORT. | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 248 W ALBANUS ST | Alterations3/4" water service - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ENTREPRENEUR CONTRACTORS | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1818-28 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF THE 22ND FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | D LAURO & RODGERS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 6711-25 WOODLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL I STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) TO ADD STEEL BEAM SUPPORT FOR ROOF JOISTS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* | 1 | TERRENCE SAVAGE | C | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3151 STAMFORD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF THREE (3) DUCTLESS MINI-SPLIT HVAC HEATING/COOLING APPLIANCES AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE RP-2026-003100 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | McKenneyBuilders | 19136 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 535 RHAWN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A HANDICAP RAMP LOCATED ADJACENT TO CHURCH PARKING LOT. FOR USE AS PREVIOSLY APPROVED. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. **************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ********************* | 1 | Grimaldi Contractors LLC | C | 19111 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 5019 GREENE ST | Addition and/or Alteration interior alteration of an existing single family dwelling, no underpinning of foundation and no lowering of basement floor and no excavation in the basement. details per plan. | — | E K MULTISERVICE LLC | 19144 |