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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4461 N CLEVELAND ST | Addition and/or AlterationRehabilitation and alteration of existing 2-story single-family dwelling, including foundation and masonry repairs/reconstruction, new concrete footings/foundation wall, steel lintels, structural framing and wall bracing, interior partitions, insulation, drywall, windows, exterior doors, and roof/exterior repairs per plans. Existing stairs to remain. No addition or change in occupancy. MEP under separate trade permits. | — | Roberto Rodriguez service LLC | 19140 | |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 |
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| 3949 N FAIRHILL ST |
| Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. |
| — |
| PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC |
| 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 276 W WINGOHOCKING 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 boiler with same like and kind, No duct work. NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | WHITING SERVICES LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4025 OLD YORK RD | Descriptive/MiscellaneousRemoval of 2 X 8 plywood deck in the rear of the home. *CONTRACTOR IS A SOLE PROPRIETOR WITH NO EMPLOYEES* | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4325 WAYNE AVE | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-135379. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 4327 Wayne. 6' chain link fence down alley. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1978 W HUNTING PARK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL I INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO ACCOMMODATE AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL KITCHEN. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1952 BRUNNER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | DAINE BARRETT | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4265 N FRANKLIN ST | AlterationsAMENDMENT10/21/2026 CURB TRAP FAI MAIN DRAIN - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIEL OLMEDA | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 614 RISING SUN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 amps service WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. ,install lights switch receptacles hardwire smock detector ,electrical work to be done according to current NEC | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4325 WAYNE AVE | 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 3510 N FRONT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | JAY EARL D | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 3641 N 17TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-137936. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Addl' specs: No sidewalk. No stucco. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | pasholli construction inc | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 1310 W WINGOHOCKING 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 of a 80k BTU gas boiler. Replacing unit only, all piping/duct work to remain existing. NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | Nation Builders LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 1217 W VENANGO ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | MC ARCHITECTURAL LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 4533 N 18TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 3751 N MARSHALL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE EXISTING CT, FAI & MAIN DRAIN. | — | Eric Slifkin | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 3641 N 17TH 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 | — | Thomas Curran | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 18, 2026 | 4526 N 15TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Install lights throughout each unit. install outlets throughout. Install smoke detectors hardwire interconnected at each apartment. Run all lines to each appliance. Install Baseboard heaters at each room, and Bath room. | — | GALAXY ELECTRIC LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2028 W ATLANTIC ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire throughout no new service. Fishing wire only. | — | Newman Lewis | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 4452 N 7TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 4318 N FAIRHILL 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 3861 N 7TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Bradley Otto | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 3764 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-002873 | — | Maurice Samuels | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 3762 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-002872 | — | Maurice Samuels | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 4533 N UBER ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2020-090103. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 4531, 4535 N. Uber. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence. | — | Raymond Smith | 19140 |