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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 1516 E PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Living Room: Supply, wire and install six LED recessed wafer lights with dimmer. Supply and install new wiring to exterior front and foyer lights and switching. Supply and install new wiring to two existing outlets and add one new outlet. Dining Room: Supply and install new wiring to two existing outlets and add one ne | — | LAWRENCE LAUTERBORN | 19147 | |
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| Issued Oct 2, 2026 |
| 3024 N LAWRENCE ST |
| Alterations3/4" water service. |
| — |
| MARKO TRAVAS |
| 19133 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 6313 DREXEL RD | Addition and/or AlterationInstall gfi's and lights on front porch | — | Vincent Williams | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 875 N 47TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IRC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | MWMT Co. | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 2122 FEDERAL 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 Oct 2, 2026 | 622 S 15TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 300-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with four (4) meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house panel and one (1) 150-amp subpanel for each of the three (3) dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting and receptacles outlets. Install branch circuits to supply power to appliances and HVAC eq | — | MICHAEL A ADORANTE | C | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5018-20 LANCASTER AVE | Change of UseVehicle Equipment and Supplies Sales and Rentals | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 1517 N 8TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 50 gallon gas power vent water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 6756 DICKS AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelAll approved work performed in accordance with Residential¿EZ¿Bathroom¿& Kitchen¿Remodel | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 2201 FRANKFORD AVE | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | GREENZANG INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 117 CATHARINE ST | Addition and/or Alteration1. Power for New tankless water heater. 2. New bathroom light, outlet, and switch. 3. New closet lighting. 4. Kitchen light rearrangements and replacement. 5. New outlet on new kitchen island. And outlet relocation from existing kitchen location. 6. New wiring for new kitchen layout appliances. 2nd floor 1. New laundry area. (new wiring for W/D) 2. Existing bathroom renovation. Light fixture replacement only | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5514 MORTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationRelocate main service to the front of the house. All work to be performed according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 3943 N FRANKLIN ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Streets Department Permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. SHEATHING MUST COMPLY WITH STANDARD AND NOT EXCEED ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OR NEED A NEW PERMIT WITH PLANS. Remove and replace roof with modified hot roof | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 4833 N 9TH 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 | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5341 WOODLAND AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 3526 N LEE ST | Addition and/or Alterations 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. Exact Replacement of hot air furnace - 24,000 BTU. Connecting to existing duct work , NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | Ryan Hughes | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 9475-95 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Change of UseVehicle Equipment and Supplies Sales and Rentals | — | PULLEY STUDIOS, INC | C | 19114 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5933 N WATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace existing 100- amp service with no charge increase. replace 20 amp circuit breaker panel. | — | LINC ELECTRIC INC | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 4239 BARNETT ST | EZ Deck (Exist. One-Family Dwellings)- For New Decks to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. THIS PERMIT CANNOT LEGALIZE EXISTING DECKS NEWLY POURED CONCRETE FOOTINGS REQUIRED WITH THIS PERMIT. | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 490 BYBERRY RD | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-002887 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19116 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 437 S 43RD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Sila Services, LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 6004 W OXFORD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE REAR MAIN DRAIN IN GARAGE. | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19151 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 4917-53 BALTIMORE AVE | General Earth Disturbance ONLYFOR SELECT SITE CLEARING AND THE ERECTION OF PLAY AREAS CONTAINING PLAY COMPONENTS DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED FOR CHILDREN AND LOCATED ON AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Willow Stoneworks | C | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 2814 JUDSON 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 123 E ALLEN ST | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | 19125 |