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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1318 N ALDEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BURNSIES PLUMBING LLC | 19131 | |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5302 W GIRARD AVE | AlterationsReplace 3/4" water service - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing |
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| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1322 N 57TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Kirill Kuratnikov | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5218 W STILES ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Honest Plumbing & Heating LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2113 MELVIN 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. Replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | QUALITY AIR HVAC TRUST | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2428 N 56TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 200 AMP service and partial rewire as per 2020 NEC code. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5538 HUNTER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing New 3/4" domestic water service | — | David R Smith | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1720 N CREIGHTON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-002693 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 5144 VIOLA 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 Aug 12, 2026 | 5437 GAINOR RD | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Rewire throughout | — | Newman Lewis | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 5425 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Complete Rewire as per nec 2020 20 recess light Smoke and CO as needed Arc fault breakers where needed | — | OMAR RIVERA | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4115 MONTGOMERY DR | 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 | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 5374 HAZELHURST ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3600 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationConvert existing 100-amp panel to a 100-amp fused disconnect to feed a new 100-amp 20 circuit sub panel. Rewire new Kitchen, refrigerator, microwave, garbage disposal and 2 bathrooms. Install a 20-amp circuit in existing bedroom. Install 16 recessed lights and dimmer controls. Install Decora devices throughout. Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | GERALD D KAEWELL | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 5700-30 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF AN EXISTING EDUCATIONAL FACILITY. 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 | THE SULLIVAN COMPANY | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 5609 WYALUSING AVE | 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2113 MELVIN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1436 N 55TH 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/ | — | Moniquetta Coats | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1436 N 55TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | Aubri Construction LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2024R UPLAND WAY | Sitework with Onsite Utility ServicesFOR A SITE WORK PER APPROVED PLANS.**ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. ** EXTERIOR WORK ONLY** | — | STORMWATER SOLUTIONS, LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1322 N 57TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation if New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-008995 | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 5224 W THOMPSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 5437 GAINOR RD | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURE ROUGH-IN TO FINISH. | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1322 N 57TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STADARDS 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. STRUCTURAL ALTERATION OR REPAIR IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED UNDER THIS PERMIT. PROHIBITED STRUCTURAL WORK INCLUDES ANY MODIFICATION TO EXTERIOR WALLS, PARTY WALLS, FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; UNDERPINNING AND EXCAVATIONS (I.E. DIGGING IN BASEMENT). NO WORK PERMITED IN THE BASE | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 3600 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) FOR RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING DWELLING UNIT (APT 903) ON THE 9TH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING HIGH-RISE BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP WORK** | 1 | John Idi | C | 19131 |