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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1716 DICKINSON 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 | — | — | 19146 | |
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| 1732 ADDISON ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationHALLWAY 1 SUPPLY AND INSTALL LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE F2. 1 INSTALL SINGLE POLE DIMMER. STAIRWAY 1 SUPPLY AND INSTALL LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE F4. 1 INSTALL THREE WAY DIMMER. BEDROOM #3 1 INSTALL CUSTOMER SUPPLIED CEILING MOUNTED LIGHT. 1 INSTALL SINGLE POLE DIMMER. 1 INSTALL 15 AMP, AFCI, GFCI PROTECTED CIRCUIT FOR LIGHTS AND RECEPTACLES. READING ROOM 1 SUPPLY AND INSTALL LIGHTING FIXTURE TYPE F2. 1 INSTALL SINGLE POLE DIMMER. 2 INSTALL GENERAL PURPOSE RECEPTACLE. 1 INS |
| — |
| ATB ELECTRIC INC |
| 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1514 S RINGGOLD ST | New ConstructionCOMPLETION OF THE NEW CONSTRUCTION (SEE ORIGINAL PERMIT RP-2020-007684) OF A THREE (3) STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT AND ROOF DECK AND PILOT HOUSE FOR USE AS A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING (IRC TOWNHOUSE CONSTRUCTION) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IRC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | Telas Builders & management | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1529 S 20TH 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 only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | A M E MECHANICAL LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2127 KIMBALL ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001681 INSTALL NEW 1.5" COMBINED FIRE/DOMESTIC SERVICE FROM STREET TO BUILDING. SUPPLY AND INSTALL ALL REQUIRED SPRINKLERS, PIPING, HANGERS AND FITTINGS, PER NFPA 13D. PROVIDE OUTLET FOR PLUMBER TO CONNECT TO FURTHEST TOILET PER CITY REQUIREMENTS. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2401 WASHINGTON AVE | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop | — | Janisak Biddle Architects LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1544 S RINGGOLD ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 912 S 22ND ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MAIN DRAIN. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1832-44 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-003061 Electrical renovation including the fire alarm, in the Tuttleman Center. All work per approved plans. | — | Battaglia | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1511 S STILLMAN ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001777 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2229 LATONA ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-002169 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2053 FEDERAL 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. Repair of existing ducts and replacement of existing HVAC system:92% Gas Furnace 80000btu 3.0ton 1200cfm and AC uni t3.0 ton 13.4Seer | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2643 LATONA ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING AND SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (NO UNDERPINNING ON THIS PERMIT). ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | BJG & Associates LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2117 EARP ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001779 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1343 S COLORADO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A ONE-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1238 S 29TH ST | Family Daycare | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1444 S ETTING ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2517 KIMBALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | VIKTORY HOMES LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2227 DICKINSON 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. 60K BTU furnace, 2-1/2 ton AC, ductwork, and 11 diffusers | — | DRIJON GJONI | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1448 S BOUVIER 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2128 SAINT ALBANS ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 Aug 17, 2026 | 2307 LOMBARD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4 full water service from main to meter | — | A&V MECHANICAL SERVICES INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 631 S BAMBREY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WDP, CS/ADJUSTABLE WB. Also shut off ball valve will be installed at the front of the basement on the inside. | — | Michael J Martorano | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1924 SOUTH ST | 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 New wire throughout where it needed lighting and outlets added all work as per 2020 NEC code. | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1525 S CHADWICK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19146 |