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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 5023 LUDLOW ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door 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 | — | — | 19139 | |
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| 5942 SPRUCE 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 Replace 200 amp service with no service increase, replace outlets, switches and lights, install outlet in back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished |
| — |
| Vincent Williams |
| 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 5942 SPRUCE 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 4507 LOCUST ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES 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. | — | Sanks Mechanical | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 242 S 46TH 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 Wire through single family house, decora devices, switches, receptacles, smokes, 4'' LED recessed lights and ARCF breakers according to NEC 2020 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 5839 CHESTNUT 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 WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 5143 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationTo install two 2 electric meters boxes, one for Barbershop and one for Beauty Salon. Wiring already separated from previous permit | — | REDLINE ELECTRIC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 217 N 60TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-096909. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: Replace front sidewalk. No stucco. 6' chain link fence on side c/w 221 N. 60th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4914 RENO ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4601 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall Lighting, switches, and outlets, installation of Fire alarm notification device, all work per approved plans | — | SJ Thomas Company Inc | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4915 SANSOM ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100amp TO 200 amp as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard All wiring will be fished. Rewire the 2nd floor: rear bedroom, middle bedroom, middle front bedroom, front bedroom, hallway, 1st floor: living room, dining room, kitchen, basement, garage, laundry room, front basemen | — | JIM & SONS ELECTRIC INC | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 315 N 62ND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | ANDI VELIU | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-003635 | — | Jim Topley | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 6142 WALNUT ST | AlterationsREPLACE EXISTING CURB TRAP/MAIN DRAIN /FAI | — | Eric Slifkin | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 131 N CONESTOGA ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace Curb trap, FAI, and Main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 832 N 46TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" water line from footway/curb to house | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-000851 | — | Jim Topley | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 6023 MARKET ST | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | Bria Kennedy | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5817 SANSOM ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovations to create two family dwelling in an existing structure, details per plan. minimum 1 hour fire separation shall be maintained between dwelling units including ceiling, stairs, doors and common areas. | — | Amin Flowers | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 241 N 59TH 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5323 OGDEN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb Trap & FAI | — | ANTHONY P CARBONE | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION TO RELOCATE 25 DWELLING UNITS (TOTAL 107 DWELLING UNITS) TO INCLUDE EXTERIOR OPENINGS AT PROPERTY LINE PER BBS VARIANCE MI-2026-003004 AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 WITH CONDITIONS SET FORTH BY VARIANCE. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2018 IBC* | 25 | TURN KEY REALTY LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 114 S 51ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR SUN DECK ACCESSED FROM FIRST FLOOR REAR AND FOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Dane Davis | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5846 LUDLOW ST | 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 | — | BURNSIES PLUMBING LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 208 N 53RD ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PANELS AND RELATED APPURTENANCES AS NOTED ON THE APPROVED PLAN. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. *SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED* | — | — | 19139 |