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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 50 S 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF THE 1ST & 3RD FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021 **EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | LAKASH CONSTRUCTORS INC | C | 19102 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 |
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| 827 N NEWKIRK 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 new 2 ton HVAC system, ductwork, and 10 diffusers |
| — |
| AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING |
| 19130 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 2768 WILLITS RD | 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 | — | — | 19136 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 4241 W GIRARD AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R SYSTEM THROUGHOUT STRUCTURE SERVICED BY A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2-INCH WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Integrated Fire Solutions LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5312 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. 60K BTU 92% furnace, 2.5 ton AC, ductwork, and 11 diffusers | — | Building Services LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 215 BELGRADE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-002104 | — | 10XDEVELOPMENT LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 3200-22 ARCH 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 (18) SPRINKLER HEADS, PER NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 4511 N 17TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1016 BARLOW ST | Parking OnlyFOR THE WIDENING OF AN EXISTING DRIVEWAY AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | — | 19116 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1901-05 WALNUT ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.**Existing Philadelphia Historic Property**PHC APPROVAL-PHC approval form included (PHCAPP_1901-05 Walnut St_9.30.2026_interior demo), stamped by Josh Schroeder (9/30/2026). No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. No work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of this permit. No work to the front facade as part of this permit. For the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of const | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 3210 H 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 heater with a Williamson 70,000 btu heater This is a like for like replacement. No ductwork involved | — | QUALITY AIR HVAC TRUST | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 3400L S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall four 1-1/2" conduits from building to speaker pole on field. Run two from barn equipment room to field pole mounted speakers. Run two from tele-data room to field pole mounted speakers. | — | CONLEY ELECTRIC LLC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1536 WYNSAM ST | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | mark g ebner | 19138 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5331 BALTIMORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR ALTERATION OF EXISTING TWO-STORY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. INTERIOR ALTERATIONS THROUGHOUT BUILDING. MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK SHALL BE APPROVED UNDER SEPARATE PERMIT APPLICATIONS. DETAILS PER PLAN. | — | Steven M Mcleod | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1120 CARPENTER ST | New Construction or Additions- Interior Plumbing System for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1020 JOHNSTON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap and fresh air inlet repair. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1500-30 SPRING GARDEN 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 (108) SPRINKLER HEADS, PER NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7640 THOURON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | mark g ebner | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5545 LENA ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of two (2) detached structures. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | RUGGIERO PLANTE LAND DESIGN LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 4035 W GIRARD AVE | Alterationsinstallation of 1 half bathroom on commercial floor 3 residential above commerical 3 kitchen 3 laundry 3 dishwasher 4 bathroom | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1301 N 29TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | ANTHONY WEBSTER | C | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 2004 CECIL B MOORE AVE | New ConstructionInstall temporary on site power and construction trailer for new construction project. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC. | — | JOULE ELECTRIC INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 4217-21 CHESTER AVE | New ConstructionTO INSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT BUILDING B (PHIPPS WING) TO INCLUDE 4" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 4" AMES 2000SS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Precision Sprinkler Services, Inc | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 440 SLOCUM ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Repair curb trap and fresh air inlet | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1430 S 19TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE FROM CURB TO FOUNDATION WALL. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19146 |