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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 607R W GRAVERS LN | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-007061 | — | CHARLES WRIGHT | 19118 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 7733 WINSTON RD | Lot Line RelocationFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES (SUBDIVISION) TO CREATE 2 LOTS (7733 WINSTON RD AND 82R E MORELAND AVE) FROM 2 EXISTING LOTS (7733 WINSTON RD AND 82 E MORELAND AVE). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. |
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| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 307 REX AVE | AlterationsInstall new kitchen sink and dishwasher in the same same location as existing. Fixtures to be supplied by owner | — | SSH SWC Company LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 39 E CHESTNUT HILL 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 | — | — | C | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 34 HILLTOP RD | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | Brian W Bellocchio | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 307 REX AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN APPLIANCE TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | SSH SWC Company LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 28 REX AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR HOUSE DRAIN. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 8201 SHAWNEE ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2021-019720 | — | Total Comfort Solutions | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 1, 2026 | 607R W GRAVERS LN | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-007061 | — | MICHAEL MCCABE | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 8213 SHAWNEE ST | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Water Distribution & Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. 1" BACKFLOW DEVICE, CT, FAI, MD & 1" WDP. - Interior Plumbing System for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | JOSEPH ROSATI INC | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 19 W WILLOW GROVE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 6.46 kW AC Rooftop Solar PV -PER APPROVED DRAWINGS,2017 NEC GP-2026-005635 | — | Exact Energy Partners LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 102 E MERMAID LN | Full DemolitionFOR COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF ALL STRUCTURES TO CREATE A VACANT LOT. | — | GEPPERT BROS INC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 210 E EVERGREEN AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 34 HILLTOP RD | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | Canopy Building Services | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 700 GLENGARRY RD | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alteration per submitted plan to existing single household dwelling unit (1st Floor Kitchen). details per plan. | — | MATT STEVENSON(True North Construction ) | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 29 BENEZET ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Updating electrical by fishing new romex wire in replace of old knob and tube wiring throughout the house. Service 100 Amp sub panel upgrades as needed and update grounding. This includes: replacing the sub feeder cable (SER) with a new cable and separate grounds and neutrals as needed. | — | GEORGE WILLIAMSON | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 603 W HARTWELL LN | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Swimming pool wiring for filter and light We will be installing new electrical service wiring for a pool 1] INSTALL 60 AMP 220 VOLT SERVICE TO POOL EQUIPMENT PANEL 2] INSTALL 20 AMP GFI CIRCUIT- POOL SPA 3] INSTALL 20 AMP GFI CIRCUIT- POOL FILTER MOTOR 4] INSTALL 20 AMP GFI CIRCUIT- SPA Filter MOTOR 5] INSTALL 20 A | — | GULLIFORD ELECTRIC CO INC | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 8500-10 GERMANTOWN AVE | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A RETAIL SALES OF WEARING APPAREL AND ACCESSORIES (GROUP M). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS. NO ALTERATIONS ARE APPROVED UNDER THIS APPLICATION. | — | — | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 607R W GRAVERS LN | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INTERIOR RENOVATION AND ALTERATION WITH A TWO-STORY ADDITION ATTACHED TO AN EXISTING TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER THE APPROVED PLAN. | — | BLAKE DEVELOPMENT CORP | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 208-10 REX AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002864 | — | MEB PLUMBING LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 212 BENEZET ST | Lot Line RelocationApproved: For the relocation of lot lines to create two (2) lots (parcels 'A' & ‘B’) from two (2) existing deeded lots (premises 'A' & 'B'), one (1) existing OPA account (#091077200). Size and location as shown in application/plans. | — | RUGGIERO PLANTE LAND DESIGN LLC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 8891 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. **IMC2021** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | LONGS HEATING & COOLING INC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 120 E MORELAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | ELEAZAR RUBENSTEIN-EDBERG | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 8030 NAVAJO ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire and install 25 new circuits for renovation. Wire and install 36 outlets, 55 switches, and 104 lights throughout. Wire and install 5 exhaust fans, 6 floor heat thermostats, and 8 smoke detectors. | — | CLIFFORD CHANDLER | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 8203 SAINT MARTINS LN | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19118 |