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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 8031 MANSFIELD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration- 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/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; IN | — | William Klotz | 19150 | |
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| Issued Oct 7, 2026 |
| 1500S-40 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD |
| Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-005081 Provide electrical installation for an existing bank, including interior wiring, lighting, lighting controls, switches, receptacle outlets, and electrical connections to equipment. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2020 NEC and the approved plans. |
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| WILLIAMS GROUP ELECTRICAL |
| C |
| 19102 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2146 GREEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR EXTERIOR ALTERATION OF THE REAR FACADE EXTERIOR CLADDING ON A HISTORIC PLACE [SPRING GARDEN DISTRICT-1] AS DESIGNATED BY THE PHILADELPHIA HISTORIC COMMISSION TO MITIGATE WATER INTRUSION. REMOVAL OF EXISTING STUCCO CLADDING ON LEVEL 2 AND 3 OF A PROJECTING BAY STRUCTURE ON THE REAR FACADE. EXISTING BAY TO BE RE-CLAD WITH NEW FIBER-CEMENT SIDING. EXISTING WINDOWS TO REMAIN. EXISTING RAINWATER DRAINAGE SYSTEM (GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS) WILL BE REMOVED AND RE-INSTALLED. AN ADJACENT FLAT SHED ROOF ME | — | JCLR CONSTRUCTION LLC. | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 207 S ALDEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2012 S 21ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-011337 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. | — | New Hope Home Improvements | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1713 KINSEY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN ADDITION TO AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS PUBLIC, CIVIC, AND INSTITUTIONAL- COMMUNITY CENTER. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ************************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ******************************** | — | A&E Construction Co. | C | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 7925 FARNSWORTH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19152 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2833 E VENANGO 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. Replace existing 200 AMP SERVICE WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, INSTALL OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING. | — | EUROQUALITY LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 870 N RINGGOLD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | KCA Design Associates LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1114 STATE ST | New construction, addition, GFA change** Amendment 10/16/26 to show roof deck setback.** For the erection of an attached structure with roof deck and roof deck access structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | Founders Row GC, LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 4972 BAYNTON ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION #CF-2026-063917 TO REPAIR DAMAGE CAUSED BY FIRE AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2026-063917. “IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND | — | Mark Grimaldi | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2327-83 COTTMAN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INITIAL FIT OUT OF A SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, NEW FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | Russco, Inc. | C | 19149 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 730 W WINGOHOCKING 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1713 S ORIANNA ST | Alterations Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 717 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing gallon electric water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1139 E LUZERNE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III INTERIOR ALTERATIONS FOR THE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CHILD DAY CARE (E OCCUPANCY) IN AN EXISTING BUILDING. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/ FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVMENTS THROUGHOUT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | AZIZ DALI | C | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1000 DORRANCE 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 & AC units only, in like and kind, no new ductwork. Lower floor - 96% 40k btu furnace, evap coil, and 1.5 condensor. Upper floor - 2.5 ton heat pump package unit | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 747 S 3RD 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 old vinyl siding and replace with new vinyl siding | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1333 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | FRANK R LAMARRA BUILDERS & CON | C | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2526 CORAL 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. Additional permits may be required. Installing duct throughout 3 story 1600 sqft single family home. 9- registers installing in basement: gas water heater installing in basement : 3 Ton 88,000 BTU Gas Furnace and Air Conditioner System installing outsi | — | Volodymyr Krainyk | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1425 E MOYAMENSING AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS INCLUDING THE STRUCTURAL WORK FOR THE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO BUSINESS (B) OCCUPANCY IN AN EXISTING BUILDING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/ FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVMENTS THROUGHOUT. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | Noam Construction LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2532 KENSINGTON AVE | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 6648 N LAWRENCE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 5327 WAYNE AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing 2 inch water distribution | — | Coffelt Contracting | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 1313 E RITTENHOUSE 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. Installation of a Goodman 3 ton heat pump system with a nominal cooling capacity of 36,000 BTU/hr, cooling efficiency of 14.3 SEER2, and design airflow of approximately 1,200 CFM. New ductwork for 10 supply registers, and 2 return grilles | — | MICHAEL AKINTUYOSI | 19138 |