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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 2612 ELLSWORTH 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 | |
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| 2401 WASHINGTON AVE |
| Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND DOCUMENTATION. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ****************************************** |
| 1 |
| POPLAR CONSTRUCTION LLC |
| C |
| 19146 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 761 S 20TH ST | EZ Wall 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 Sep 11, 2026 | 1339 S 29TH ST | EZ Wall 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 Sep 10, 2026 | 406 S VAN PELT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFull Bathroom remodeling, adding 3 recessed lights, one switch for fan, adding GFCI outlet in bathroom according to NEC | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 3030 TITAN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1647 ANNIN 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 boiler only, in like and kind, no new piping/ ductwork | — | DOWNTOWN MECHANICAL LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2615 LATONA ST | Lot Line RelocationFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES (CONSOLIDATION) TO CREATE ONE LOT (PARCEL-A) FROM TWO DEEDED LOTS (2615 LATONA ST AND 2617 LATONA ST). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | ALB CONSTRUCTION INC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1513 S TAYLOR ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2613 CATHARINE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-009077 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2613 CATHARINE ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1.5” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Integrated Fire Solutions LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1848 REED 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. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closure. Remove existing stucco at front, side, and rear elevations. Install new vinyl siding over existing sheathing. No sheathing or framing replacement. No structural work. | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 712 S CHADWICK ST | 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 100 amp service replacement | — | GARY WEINSTEIN | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1515 S MOLE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1233 S 23RD ST | 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 7, 2026 | 612 S BAMBREY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE UNDERPINNING AND INTERIOR ALTERATIONS OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY ATTACHED STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Praxis Protection LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 5, 2026 | 2053 FEDERAL ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002765 | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1735 CHRISTIAN ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2024-009992- FOR THE REPAIR OF THE EXTERIOR REAR WALL AND FOUNDATION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AS 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-2024-009992. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINE | — | jonathan anyumba | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 1239 S 21ST ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JOSEPH GIANNONE | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 1842 CHRISTIAN ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.- For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Alteration/repair of any kind is STRICTLY PROHIBITED under this permit type. No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. No work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of this permit. No work to the front facade as part of this permit(As per PHC conditions). | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 2053 FEDERAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new wiring for the property with existing 100 AMP Service. Install fixtures, switches and receptacles. Install 120 volt interconnected smoke/CO detectors. Provide dedicated branch circuit for A/C unit with disconnect outdoor. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | PETER SHKOLNIK | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 417 S CROSKEY ST | AlterationsReplace sewer from foundation to curb - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | PATINO & ARMIDEO PLUMBING LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 1520-22 KATER ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 1400 S 22ND 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES (2) new HVAC systems, (1) for each dwelling. The first dwelling will have a 2.5 ton airhandler, heat pump, ductwork, and 9 diffusers. The s | — | AC Comfort Service Inc | 19146 |