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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 6648 N LAWRENCE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19126 | |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 256 COLONIAL ST | 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. 100 AMP Service Replacement 100 AMP 20 Circuit Panel 100 AMP Service Cable 100 AMP Entrance Cable 100 AMP Meter Socket 100 AMP (2) Rod Grounding System 100 AMP Surge Protector All Necessary Breakers Install dedicated line for refrigerator New light fixture in basement |
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| LEE OVRUTSKY |
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| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 1828 73RD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration100 amp service 30 space panel run (7) 20 amp line, Replace GFCI's fixtures, outlets, and switches (( fishing only.)) WO# 22927 | — | MR ELECTRICIAN OF PHILADELPHIA LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 505 W 64TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 24kW Generac generator with associated automatic switch connected to the main electric panel in the house. | — | Camelot Contracting LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 417 66TH AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | FLOW TEMP 368 GEN CONTRACTING | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7303 PITTVILLE AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap and fresh air inlet repair | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1627 67TH AVE | AlterationsInstalling 3 water closets, 3 lavatories, 2 shower/tubs, 1 kitchen sink & 1 laundry outlet. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1627 67TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling 200 AMP service and home rewire as per 2020 NEC Code. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1627 67TH AVE | 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/ | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 1627 67TH AVE | 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. Installing 3 ton condenser and coil with 96% eff. 100k btu gas furnace. 12 reg./diff. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 6701 N LAWRENCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationRunning a 20 amp circuit to a disconnect to power a Vertical Platform Lift in an open ceiling basement. | — | J R'S ELECTRIC | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 6727 N 7TH ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 6701 N LAWRENCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INSTALLATION OF A STAIRLIFT TO THE FRONT OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK* | — | Joshua Perez | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 6510 N 3RD ST | Family Daycare | — | — | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 6703 N 11TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationTo install 320 amp service as per plan and 2017 NEC. | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 27, 2026 | 530 W GODFREY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-006036 | — | Rameses Lee | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 27, 2026 | 530 W GODFREY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-006036 | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 6550 N GRATZ ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 6538 N BOUVIER ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovation of an existing single-family dwelling. Work includes the replacement of seven (7) existing windows, replacement of existing wood flooring and tile, installation of new kitchen cabinets, and partial replacement/repair of gypsum wallboard (sheetrock). All renovation work will be performed in accordance with the provided architectural drawings and applicable building codes and regulations. | — | Public Housing Improvements Inc | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 417 66TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationIncreasing to a 200A service, one meter socket, 200A service cable and service head 1- 200A main panel. Rewire entire house according to NEC : install duplex receptacles, AFIC/GFICs breakers. Light fixtures, install 240V , 40A for condenser unit and 120V for furnace, single lines for kitchen outlet. one outdoor GFIs receptacle. install the outdoor light in front and back. | — | PHILLY TELECOM | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1722 W 65TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 20-amp indoor outlet with fishing according to NEC 2020 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1115 69TH AVE | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For the repairs to the main roof and garage roof with like in kind materials as per Engineer’s report to resolve case #CF-2026-081949. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2026-081949. | 1 | jonathan anyumba | C | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1822 ELSTON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Ht and FAI replacement | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1613 67TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior non-structural alterations to an existing attached 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. | — | US HOME BUILDERS LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1418 69TH AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19126 |