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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 1216-20 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-005373 | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 5728 MCMAHON 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. Install lights switch receptacles, hardwired smoke detector, electrical work to be done according to current NEC |
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| TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP |
| 19144 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 1844 W SEDGLEY AVE | Change of UseWholesale, Distribution, and Storage - Warehouse.; Personal Vehicle Repair and Maintenance.; Commercial Vehicle Sales and Rentals.; Commercial Vehicle Repair and Maintenance; Personal Vehicle Sales and Rentals. | — | — | C | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 3810 WALNUT ST | 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 | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2835 N 12TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH COMPLETE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING IN AN EXISTING THREE-STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 3 | CONROY THOMPSON | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 5728 MCMAHON AVE | 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. Install HVAC system 4 ton via duct. | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 1102 MORRIS ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | JBEG Development And Contracting LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2861 N GARNET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 14-2 wires for lights and outlets. Install 12-2 wires for outlets. Install 12-2 wires for GFCI outlets. Install 8 lights 14-2 wires. Install 5 smoke detectors. | — | TRIPLE M CONTRACTING | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 5014 N 8TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 amp replacement, (1) 20 amp line to 2nd floor bathroom, replace rear exterior, fixture, replace 3 kitchen receptcales, replace 2 basement receptacles (fishing only) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 3600 CHESTNUT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. New 18" main drain tied into existing 18" main drain New 12" sanitary curb trap, fresh air inlet and building drain | — | MWI Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 5602 PINE ST | Alterations3/4" water service. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 4344 WAYNE AVE | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-135207. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 4342, 4346 Wayne. Replace rear 6' wooden fence c/w 4346 Wayne if necessary. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | FRANCIS HENRIQUEZ | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | 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 | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2840 S HUTCHINSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 6101 PINE ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED CABINET SIGNS. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | Q-TO GO SIGN, LLC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 1822 N HOWARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. WITHOUT PIPING. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 4210 N FRANKLIN ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 amp service replacement (no increease in size) . (3) battery-operted smokes/co, (1)20 amp line to 1st fl for single Receptacle. (Fishing only) PHDC#224674 | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2861 N GARNET 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/ | — | TRIPLE M CONTRACTING | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 1527-29 N 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY AND LEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO CREATE SEVEN (7) DWELLING UNITS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13R. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2018 IEBC* | 7 | Philly House Services LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 6310 W PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall Power and Lighting per APPROVED plans -2020 NEC . **FIRE ALARM WORK WILL BE ON A SEPARATE PERMIT** -NOTED: LEGRAND CONNECTRAC INSTALLED FOR FLOOR OUTLETS(SEE CUT-SHEET)- | — | BOWE & GANT ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC | C | 19153 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2540 OAKFORD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap in FAI | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 436 S 55TH ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. 92% 60k btu furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 12 diffusers | — | Terra Group Inc | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 662 N 53RD 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. New HVAC system, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | Juan C Salazar | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 7023 LYNFORD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap & fai | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19149 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 2627 E LEHIGH AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO RESTAURANT. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | Individual Plumbing LLC | C | 19125 |