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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 21, 2026 | 4524 FERNHILL RD | 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/ | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19144 | |
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| Issued Oct 20, 2026 |
| 313 E BRINGHURST ST |
| New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. |
| — |
| Adam Montalbano |
| 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 6120 MAGNOLIA ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. INSTALL 100 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL WITH PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING. INSTALL WIRING, RECEPACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES, WHERE REQUIRED THROUGHOUT HOUSE. INSTALL SMOKE/CO ALARMS WITH 10 YRS BATTERY BACKUP. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND THE SCOPE OF WORK IN THE EXECUTED CONTRAC | — | HOLDER INC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story semi-detached structure with an exterior deck at the ground level. Size and locations per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 5125 NEWHALL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | JOSEPH MORETTI | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 517 MIDVALE AVE | 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 129 WYNEVA 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 Replace outlets and switches Install surge protector | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 6329 MORTON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JASON CRINITI | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 322 MILNE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the legalization of the front and rear additions to an existing 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. **THIS IS NOT APPROVAL OF THE EXISTING CONDITIONS. THE EXISTING WORK WILL REQUIRE ALTERATIONS TO MATCH THE APPROVED ZONING AND BUILDING PLANS.** | — | THOMAS T PEARSE | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 149 HANSBERRY ST | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. - Exterior 2" Water Distribution for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 506 E WALNUT LN | 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4622 WAYNE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIEL OLMEDA | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 6327 MUSGRAVE ST | Rough-InApproved Rough In for FP-2026-002069 | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 5920 GREENE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND PER 2021 IMC. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | DJ TRACY MECHANICAL LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 53 E PASTORIUS ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC AND FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-006193 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 53 E PASTORIUS ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC AND FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2026-006192 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 236 WINONA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. | — | GREGORY K MOORE | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 430 E RITTENHOUSE ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential 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 Existing 200A electrical panel to remain. Install electric baseboard heaters throughout the house, including new dedicated circuits and breakers as required. All work per NEC and PECO requirement | — | tota construction llc | 19144 |