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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1828 73RD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration100 amp service 30 space panel run (7) 20 amp line, Replace GFCI's fixtures, outlets, and switches (( fishing only.)) WO# 22927 | — | MR ELECTRICIAN OF PHILADELPHIA LLC | 19126 | |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 6000 WOODLAND AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries |
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| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1134 SANSOM ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. RELOCATE 20 SPRINKLER HEADS | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 619 EMILY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF VERTICAL ADDITIONS TO INCLUDE WALKOUT ROOF DECK AT THIRD FLOOR LEVEL OF TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE -FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK* | — | DANIEL RAMSEY | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1312 CHESTNUT ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE DEMOLITION OF A ONE-STORY BUILDING (BIN #1519745) WITH ONE EXISTING BUILDING TO REMAIN (BIN #1508414) AND FOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE-STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR CONTINUED USE AS RELIGIOUS ASSEMBLY. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | BOHLER ENGINEERING PA LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 3415 KENSINGTON AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to an existing attached structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | Continuum Architecture & Design, PC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1311 E RITTENHOUSE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovation including new framing, drywall, kitchen & bathroom to create 2 apartments in an exisitgn structre. details per plan. | — | WBJ INC | 19138 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 2327-83 COTTMAN AVE | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN AND THE DOCUMENTATION OF REFACING ONE (1) EXISTING PROJECTING SIGN. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ***********SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED. ************ | — | — | C | 19149 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 534 SEVILLE ST | 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 | — | Aristone Louxz | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 7028 WHEELER ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 100 AMP service and panel (no change in size) Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures Install surge protector | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 5136 WAYNE AVE | Parking OnlyFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) OFF-STREET ACCESSORY PARKING SPACE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 9173 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationAdding fire alarm devices to existing fire alarm system to "New Beginnings "Fitout .ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | John Mitchell | C | 19114 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 108 E HUNTINGDON ST | AlterationsSeal sewer Lateral | — | BILLUPS PLUMBING SOLUTIONS INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 113 MOUNTAIN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace Curb trap, FAI, and Main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 27 W GRAVERS LN | 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 | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1430 GILHAM ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19111 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 114 CHESTNUT ST | SignINSTALLATION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED AWNING SIGN AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2021 IBC REVIEW* | — | — | C | 19106 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 4642 GREENE 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. Install (2) furnaces, (2) A/C units, ductwork, and (20) diffusers | — | VINCENT T BOLGER | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1903 KIMBALL ST | Addition and/or Alterationroof repair and replacement in kind of an existing single family attached structure, details per plan., no other work included. no pergola addition. | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 5185 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationAdditional bathroom GFCI, fan and light to the social hall and reset social hall LED lights to new locations as per 2017 NEC. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | C | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1002 S 2ND 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 | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 416 BROWN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | David Borman | 19123 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 2005 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall lighting, receptacles, exit/emergency lighting, switches, and lighting controls as per 2020 NEC. Install fire alarm as per 2019 NFPA 72. | — | J.W. Carrigan | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 2857 N LEITHGOW 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 | — | — | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1322 S REESE 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 200 Amps Service 40 spaces Electric panel. (Service is Replace only size remain same) Install lights throughout space. Kitchen lines. Lines for appliances. Install line for AC condenser and disconnect. Install all outlets by code, install switches throughout. Install smoke detectors throughout. | — | GALAXY ELECTRIC LLC | 19147 |