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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 2421 E HAZZARD ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR DEMOLITION- For the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab. NO WORK MAY BE | — | — | 19125 | |
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| 5014 WILLOWS AVE |
| Addition and/or AlterationAddition of one circuit for new receptacles and lighting in sunroom. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. |
| — |
| RYAN GAGLIARDI |
| 19143 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 2710 DOTHAN PLZ | Alterationsinstall:(1)wc,(1)kitchen /dishwasher,(1)Lav,(1)shower(1)laundry sink | — | PROMPT PLUMBING MECH CONTR INC | C | 19153 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 4746 LARCHWOOD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration(((All work fished))) Replace one 200A entrance cable Grounding system to the water meter in an open basement (50 feet) Bond all pipes for the water heater as they are currently not bonded Install whole house surge protector Install one 4-foot LED fixture in the basement closet Run one dedicated line 15-amp Line Install one new dedicated circuit for the range (20A on an arc fault breaker) Install one GFCI outlet for an existing feed for the dishwasher Replace the washer outlet with a new box and | — | LEE OVRUTSKY | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics DisplayAll effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 819-41 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) FOR RENOVATIONS TO THIRD FLOOR SPACE WITHIN AN EXISTING MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PHC APPROVAL. EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | INTECH CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1654 W MENTOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF ROOFTOP MOUNTED 5.22 KW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PV SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND PER EZ STANDARD. | — | Phoenix Business Solutions, LLC | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 4031 PRIMROSE RD | 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 5837 N MARSHALL 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 | — | — | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 113 BREAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL I INTERIOR ALTERATIONS FOR RENOVATIONS TO BATHROOM ON THE 8TH FLOOR WITHIN AN EXISTING APARTMENT UNIT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | DREMODELING LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 4516 WESTMINSTER AVE | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2021-114804. 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 4514, 4518 Westminster. Replace shared railing on front porch c/w 4518. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 7351 HILL RD | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodelreplacing one shower/tub with acrylic unit | — | JASON CRINITI | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 21 S YEWDALL 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 3800 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) FOR RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING MEDICAL FACILITY (CUPP, MYREN & WRIGHT SAUNDERS BUILDINGS) AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DOH APPROVAL. EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | HSC BUILDERS & CONSTRUCTION | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 2956 HELLERMAN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelPHDC WO 222199 attached - replace tub, toilet, lavatory and underfloor piping per EZ standards | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19149 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1128-30 WALNUT ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - 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. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of fou | — | — | C | 19107 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1642 FORRESTAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR DECK AND THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF THE SIDE WALL OF AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | B&K GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC | 19145 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1437 E PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) 8'-0" HOOD FOR A RESTAURANT WITH EXHAUST FAN AND A MAKE UP AIR FAN WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ** SEPARATE FIRE SUPPRESSION PERMIT REQUIRED FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM** **NO BUILDING ALTERATIONS WITH THIS PERMIT** | — | DALE DEPRIEST | C | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1035 W TIOGA ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for EP-2026-005814 | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | C | — |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 2523 SEPVIVA ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | Permit Philly LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 5327 W THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III INTERIOR ALTERATIONS AND FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION ABOVE EXISTING SECOND STORY AND AT THE REAR FOR THE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO R2 (4 DWELLING UNITS) 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. | 4 | MWMT Construction Co. | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1533 N LAWRENCE ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 280 S 52ND ST | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | SCL Consulting LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 602 TYSON AVE | 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 | — | — | 19111 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 849 E RUSSELL 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 | — | — | 19134 |