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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 8111 SAINT MARTINS LN | Alterationsreplacing ct and fai - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19118 | |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 210 WHITEMARSH ST | Addition and/or Alteration1)Install Generac (26kW) 200 amp.Service rated automatic Transfer switch with surge protection device 2) Install EZ-Crete EZ -GP-RCA-Guardian -54323 Generac concrete pad 3) Install Generac Cables 4) Install new Generac Battery for Generator 5) Install service cable from breaker panel to outdoor transfer switch. Service has not increased Fishing only |
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| ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD |
| 19118 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 229 E HIGHLAND AVE | 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* | — | Golden Guys Construction LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 400 E MERMAID LN | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | Albert Taus and Associates | C | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 7716 NAVAJO ST | EZ Swimming Pool/SpaFor 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 | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 27 W GRAVERS LN | 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 | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 717 SAINT ANDREW RD | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT (UNDERPINNING NOT A PART OF THIS PERMIT). ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 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. ** Manufactured trusses ** Engineer-sealed truss drawings must be submitted through an amended permit application p | 1 | BLAKE DEVELOPMENT CORP | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 605 W GRAVERS LN | Addition and/or AlterationDisconnect existing lighting & outlet circuits. Relocate existing wiring for new fixture layout. Relocate existing GFCI receptacles for new layout. Add (1) 20A Dedicated circuit for floor heat. Install new lights and devices. | — | Current Electrical Contracting | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 208-10 REX AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF HVAC SYSTEM FOR A MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PHC APPROVAL. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING | C | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 300 E GRAVERS LN | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing detached structure to be converted for the use as a 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. All work to the exterior per Philadelphia Historic Commission approvals. | — | Philly Office Retail LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 8430 GERMANTOWN AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Building Supplies and Equipment | — | CityLife Collective LLC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 26, 2026 | 8016 NAVAJO ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to an existing detached structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | CHERYL A POULOS | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 8030 NAVAJO ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION ON AN EXISTING DETACHED STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | JOHN MCCOUBREY | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 8711 PROSPECT AVE | Tank Install/RemovalFOR REMOVAL OF ONE (1) UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK PER APPROVED PLANS AND PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REGULATIONS. | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 208-10 REX AVE | Addition and/or AlterationWiring and installing all Lights, Devices, Smoke Detectors in 5-Unit Building. a New Electrical 600 Amp Service with A new Fire Alarm System. All work Per approved plans | — | HARTE ELECTRICS INC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 8107 WINSTON RD | Addition and/or Alterationinterior exterior renovations only of an existing single family detached structure, details per plan. work includes replace existing covered front porch slab and post supports (roof structure to remain). Rebuild rear covered porch roof structure (same dimensions). | — | Donato Grimaldi | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 7810 NAVAJO ST | Addition and/or AlterationFISHING WIRE Remediation of knob and tube wiring Install new 200 amp panel Install all new code compliant breakers, devices, and wiring | — | BRAD BALENTINE | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 8430 GERMANTOWN AVE | 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 | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 20, 2026 | 8600 SEMINOLE AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Plumbing work including new piping and fixtures for kitchen, laundry, and powder room | — | SPIGELMYER PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 106 W MORELAND 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 | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 8215 SAINT MARTINS LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | SPIGELMYER PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 104 HILLTOP RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | SPIGELMYER PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 605 W GRAVERS LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | MURPHY'S PLUMBING HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 8617 GERMANTOWN AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | JENNA A DIETRICH | C | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 201 REX AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-003293 | — | Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC | 19118 |