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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 5830 RACE ST | 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 | — | — | 19139 | |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 |
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| 5405 HAVERFORD AVE |
| EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. |
| — |
| MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC |
| 19139 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 5326 HAVERFORD AVE | 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 Oct 19, 2026 | 4947 CHESTNUT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 5405 HAVERFORD 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5449 SPRUCE ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5127 LUDLOW ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 270 S ITHAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" FULL WATER SERVICE. | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 233 S 49TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 118 S 54TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" water service | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 5138 MARKET ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR A MERCANTILE OCCUPANCY WITHIN AN EXISTING BUSINESS SPACE. **NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT** | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 215 S 61ST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached structure to convert for the use as a two-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. | — | AZIZ DALI | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 151 N CONESTOGA ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace the damaged wires and receptacles in the kitchen. Replace the lighting circuit and light fixtures in the kitchen. | — | ENTON RAPUSHI | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 138 N SALFORD 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 Oct 15, 2026 | 40 S 60TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | Tina Accounting & Tax Services Inc | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 260 N WILTON ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION CF-2022-103304 FOR LEGALIZATION OF REPAIRS TO FRONT PORCH AND REAR WALL PER APPROVED PLANS, ENGINEER'S REPORT AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. | — | SD GENERAL CONTRACTOR | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 22 S 55TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4908 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 400-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with four (4) meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house panel and one (1) 125-amp subpanel for each of the three (3) dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, telecommunication wiring and receptacles outlets. Install branch circuits to supply power | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 50 N ROBINSON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 5637 MARKET 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 Oct 14, 2026 | 5616-36 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | Huntingdon Mechanical Contractors, Inc. | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 4623 SANSOM ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Install 1" water service from the curb to foundation wall. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 6149 WALNUT ST | 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 4913 HOOPES ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | PJ FITZPATRICK INC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 6016-18 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR EXTERIOR FACADE WORK ONLY. TO INCLUDE REPLACEMENT OF ENTRY DOOR, EXPANSION OF STOREFRONT WINDOW, AND PAINTING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IEBC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | Odd One LLC | C | 19139 |