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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 4239 BARNETT ST | EZ Deck (Exist. One-Family Dwellings)- For New Decks to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. THIS PERMIT CANNOT LEGALIZE EXISTING DECKS NEWLY POURED CONCRETE FOOTINGS REQUIRED WITH THIS PERMIT. | — | — | 19135 | |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 6618 COTTAGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplaced the existing 100-amp electrical service with a new 100-amp service (NO AMP CHANGE), including the meter base, service mast, conductors, and service equipment. Installed a complete grounding and bonding system and added a whole-house surge protective device at the main electrical panel. | — | THOMAS EDISON ELECTRIC INC. | 19135 | |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7246 HEGERMAN 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 furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | QUALITY AIR HVAC TRUST | 19135 | |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7232 ALGARD 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 SERVICE, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19135 | |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7150 WALKER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap and fresh air inlet repair | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19135 | |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7138 GILLESPIE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap and fresh air inlet repair | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 5025 COTTMAN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE RATED DOOR PER APPROVED PLANS. **FOR ANY OTHER WORK A SEPARATE PERMIT WILL BE REQUIRED.** IEBC 2021** DOOR INSATLLATION ONLY** | 1 | CITY WIDE ROOFING & REMODELING INC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 7159 CHARLES ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS TO ELIMINATE OFF-STREET PARKING TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK* | — | ABIOLA CONSTRUCTION INC | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 5025 COTTMAN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire alarm devices in a commercial space, including all required initiating devices, notification appliances, control modules, monitor modules, addressable devices, and associated wiring. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC, 2019 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | KOSMATOS MECHANICAL INC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 4711 HIGBEE ST | Lot Line RelocationFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES (SUBDIVISION) TO CREATE 2 LOTS (LOT-1 AND LOT-2) FROM 1 EXISTING LOT (4711 HIGBEE ST). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | Supreme Architects LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 6245 CHARLES ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR LEGALIZATION OF FRONT RETAINING WALL AND PATIO. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | Comporth LLC | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 5716 WALKER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the replacement of the basement slab and waterproofing at the existing elevation. Separate permit required for the pluming related to the sump drain. . Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | — | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 7057 FRANKFORD AVE | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | — | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 7232 ALGARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 7213 EDMUND ST | New ConstructionINSTALL 100 AMP TEMPORARY SERVICE | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 6040 MONTAGUE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4232 HOWELL ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-010672 | — | Alpha Construction Group LLC | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4232 HOWELL ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-010672 | — | Armand Parllaku | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4306 DISSTON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 6132 VANDIKE ST | 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 | — | — | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 7150 MARSDEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MARC K DANIELS | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 7101 MILNOR ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the installation of two (2) statically illuminated flat wall signs (Signs A & B), two (2) freestanding signs (Signs C & D), and two (2) directional (Signs F & G). Size and location as shown in plans. | — | EZ SIGNS & SERVICES LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 4507 TYSON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR EXTERIOR MAIN DRAIN ON LAWN. | — | THOMAS J PARISSE | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 5917 CHARLES ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Streets Department Permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. SHEATHING MUST COMPLY WITH STANDARD AND NOT EXCEED ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OR NEED A NEW PERMIT WITH PLANS. Install new rubber roofing membrane over the existing roof surface. Secure and seal membrane, seams, edges, and penetrations to pro | — | — | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 19, 2026 | 7135 COTTAGE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb Trap and F.A.I | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19135 |