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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 7827 BALDWIN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19150 | |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 8238 FAYETTE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR CT, FAI & MD. | — |
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| Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC |
| 19150 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 7943 GILBERT ST | EZ Deck (Exist. One-Family Dwellings)EZ PERMIT DECKS - For New Decks to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 1601-25 E MOUNT AIRY AVE | AlterationsREPLACE MAIN DRAIN - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Ben Manis Plumbing LLC | C | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 8327 MANSFIELD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | FRANZINI ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 935 E MOUNT AIRY AVE | AlterationsCURB TRAP AND FAI - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 8031 MANSFIELD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration- 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/ROOF FRAMING OR FOUNDATIONS; IN | — | William Klotz | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 8029 TEMPLE RD | Addition and/or AlterationReplacing existing 200 AMP service with new 200 AMP service, new meter box panel, and grounding installing switches, outlets, and light fixtures. Install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 3, 2026 | 7810 TEMPLE RD | Addition and/or AlterationReplacement of 100amp panel only ,new brakers Replace all outlets and switches, add kitchen and lighting room lighting . | — | NEW CITY ELECTRIC LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 7651 RUGBY ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 8239 FAYETTE ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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 heater only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | QUALITY AIR HVAC TRUST | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7640 THOURON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | mark g ebner | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 914 ROUMFORT RD | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap repair, repairing the riser | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 7718 MICHENER AVE | 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 only, in like and kind, no new piping/ ductwork | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 7929 LIMEKILN PIKE | 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 | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 1349 VERNON RD | 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 | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1507 CARDEZA ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF ROOFTOP MOUNTED 8.1 KW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PV SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC AND PER PLANS. | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 8232 FORREST AVE | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | FRANZINI ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2435 76TH AVE | 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. 100 amp service direct replacement with existing 100amp service panel | — | QC ELECTRIC SERVICES LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 8440 TEMPLE RD | AlterationsInstall 4" drain, install (2) 1 1/2" drain to LAV and bathtub, install (1) WC, (1) LAV, and (1) bathtub. | — | BLUE PRINT MECHANICAL LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 930 SLOCUM ST | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | FRANZINI ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 8554 MICHENER AVE | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR REPAIRS TO FIRE-DAMAGED FLOOR AND ROOF ASSEMBLIES TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2025-133439. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2025-133439. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPA | — | Non-Stop Emergency Services Inc | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 7718 MICHENER AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI, MD & RAINLEADER CESSPOOL. | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 1113 E HORTTER 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. New HVAC, 15 reg./diff. | — | Hillsborough Holdings, LLC. | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 7810 TEMPLE RD | 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. New 2.5 ton HVAC system, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | AC Comfort Service Inc | 19150 |