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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5138 CHANCELLOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 20 amp kitchen circuit for countertops, Install 20 amp kitchen circuit for microwave, Install 20 amp kitchen circuit for refrigerator, Install 20 amp kitchen circuit | — | Rameses Lee | 19139 | |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2147 RIDGE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Installation of 5" sanitary, 6" storm building trap, Installation of 1" water service Installation of backflow prevention device |
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| JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC |
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| 19121 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2627 E LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor 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 | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 640 WATER WORKS DR | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display 1.4 g pryo from small barge. 2" max shell. All 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 | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5820 ASHLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing semi-detached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | HHH Construction Company | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2008 WALLACE ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-008375 | — | SMITH JAMES F | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1119 HOPE 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 | — | Nuview Construction LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 75 W WASHINGTON LN | 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 7337 BROOKHAVEN RD | 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. | — | City Suburban Home Builders, LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5218 W STILES 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 INCREASE SERVICE TO 200 AMP, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 500 OSLER CIR | AlterationsFor 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 | — | TRACEY MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1477 N 53RD 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install one new ductless mini-split HVAC system to serve Unit 1. No work or modifications to the existing Unit 2 HVAC system or ductwork | — | VELAR STONE LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4940 RUBICAM ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical work includes installation and/or replacement of wiring, outlets, switches, and lighting as required. Provide power to equipment as needed. AS PER NEC 2020 | — | CARLOS A NUNEZ | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4363 FRANKFORD AVE | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING THREE (3) STORY MASONRY STRUCTURE. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN AND SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. DEMOLITION TO BE DONE BY HAND AND WITH HAND TOOLS ONLY. PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS, PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY, AND ADJACENT PROPERTIES TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY ENCROACHMENT OR CLOSURE. | — | E K MULTISERVICE LLC | C | 19124 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4643-45 FRANKFORD AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR ERRECTION OF ONE (1) INTERNALLY ILLUNMINATED WALL SIGN (CABINET SIGN). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | ALLIED SIGN SYSTEMS INC | C | 19124 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1310 N 57TH 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 8500 FRANKFORD AVE | AlterationsINSTALLTION OF BACKFLOW | — | ED SCANNAPIECO PLUMBING INC. | C | 19136 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2000-04 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING PARKING GARAGE TO INCLUDE CONCRETE RESTORATION AND WATERPROOFING. *****************SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ********************************* | 1 | WATTS RESTORATION CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2517 N 7TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF TRIPLEX. EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 1 1/2" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2401 N DOVER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure and site improvements to include a surface parking lot (15 spaces including 3 accessible spaces), bicycle parking (12 spaces), and associated landscape screening. Size and location per plans. | — | MARTIN J EUSTACE III PC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2421 N PHILIP ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005029 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2440 E VENANGO ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR STRUCTURAL ROOF REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT OF ROOF COVERING PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL WORK. | 1 | NE CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 377 PARKER AVE | 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. Rewire throughout the existing single family dwelling as per nec. | — | STAR LIGHT ELECTRIC INC | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 3815 BROOKVIEW RD | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR ALTERATIONS AND FOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION AND DECK ON AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Constantine Brothers Contracting LLC | 19154 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1453 N 29TH 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. | — | — | 19121 |