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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2502 N FAIRHILL ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION TYPE FOR THE USE OF R2 (3 DWELLING UNITS) OCCUPANCY- DWELLING UNIT #1 ON GROUND FLOOR TO BE TYPE A ACCESSIBLE UNIT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC.** **AMENDED PERMIT REQUIRED FOR MANUFACTURED TRUSS DRAWIN | 3 | T N WARD COMPANY | C | 19133 |
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| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2101 CHELTEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 400 amp service with grounding and 3-gang meter bank, with 200 amp panels in each unit, install outlets, lights, exit/emergency lights, and switches in 1st floor unit as per 2017 NEC. *2nd floor unit to be wired at a later date. Install fire alarm system as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | Vincent Williams | C | 19138 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 140 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a complete fire alarm system for a mixed-use building, including all required initiating devices, notification appliances, control equipment, modules, wiring and connections. All work shall be performed in accordance with 2019 NFPA 72, the 2020 NEC and the approved plans. | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19106 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1307 W PIKE ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1307 W PIKE ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 229 E HIGHLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Golden Guys Construction LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1450 HELLERMAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | FRANZINI ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS LLC | 19149 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1726 N WILTON 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 40 N 59TH 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 256 QUINCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL WIRING, RECEPTACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES WHERE REQUIRED THROUGHOUT HOUSE. INSTALL SMOKE/CO ALARMS WITH 10 YRS BATTERY BACKUP. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC AND THE SCOPE OF WORK IN THE EXECUTED CONTRACT. ***FISHING ONLY*** | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 7078 LINCOLN DR | New Construction or AdditionsALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO MULTI-STORUY MULTI-UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR PIPING SERVING FIXTURES IN COMMERCIAL SPACES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | Ryan Hughes | C | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2307 N 11TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo CP-2026-002124 | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1606 E PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-003931: FOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | JS GENERAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 933 N 50TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 6 OREGON AVE | New Construction or AdditionsINSTALLATION OF CURB TRAPS, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND WATER SERVICE AS SPECIFIED ON APPROVED PLANS. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC. ALL WORK TO BE PERFORMED IIN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE AND APPROVED PLANS. | — | CARSO CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 311 S JUNIPER ST | Alterations10" curb trap and fai - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | TANDEM ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 518 S 5TH ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE DOCUMENTATIONS OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR USE AS ANIMAL SERVICES ON THE FIRST FLOOR. ****************************NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. ********************************** | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 323 E ALLENS LN | AlterationsCURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1202 BARRINGER ST | Addition and/or AlterationBASIC REHABILITATION OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. WORK TO INCLUDE NON-STRUCTURAL INTERIOR FRAMING, INTERIOR FINISHES, AND FINISHING OF THE EXISTING BASEMENT. PROVIDE FIRE-RATED GARAGE CEILING AS SHOWN ON SHEET A4. NO STRUCTURAL WORK PROPOSED | — | 215 WIRELESS | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 6137 PINE ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1917 S 11TH 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. Install all new ductwork throughout Install new 92%-60,000 btu Goodman Gas Furnace Install new 2 1/2 ton to Goddman coil and condenser Condenser will located in the backyard House will have 8 diffusers | — | URI SOLOMON | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 823 E RITTENHOUSE 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1813 N LECOUNT ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap main drain and fai | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1830 S 68TH ST | AlterationsReplacing defective curb stop and fresh in inlet - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | NHAN T LE | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2077 E VENANGO ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap, install FAI | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19134 |