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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2128 SAINT ALBANS ST | 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 | — | — | 19146 | |
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| 1525 S CHADWICK ST |
| Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. |
| — |
| ROBERT GOODMAN INC |
| 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1924 SOUTH 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 New wire throughout where it needed lighting and outlets added all work as per 2020 NEC code. | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2607 REED ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE PILOT HOUSE AND ROOF DECK FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C/O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | Raffael construction llc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1717 FEDERAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 200 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Complete electrical rough-in and finish wiring throughout existing two-story residence. Install lighting, switches, receptacles, kitchen small-appliance and dedicated appliance circuits, bathroom GFCI circuits, exhaust fans, exterior lighting/receptacles, and hardwired interconnected smoke/CO detectors. Provide HVAC branch c | — | DAVID NGUYEN | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2532 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 120V dedicated GFCI/AFCI outlet for toilet and 120V GFI/AFCI for Bathroom | — | ECR ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL CO | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2307 LOMBARD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4 full water service from main to meter | — | A&V MECHANICAL SERVICES INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 631 S BAMBREY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WDP, CS/ADJUSTABLE WB. Also shut off ball valve will be installed at the front of the basement on the inside. | — | Michael J Martorano | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 15, 2026 | 1502 MONTROSE 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 Upgrade main electrical service 100A to 200A. New cables, grounding, meter socket, 200A main breaker panel and surge protector to be installed per NEC 2020 | — | Aleksa Petrovic | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1531 S LECOUNT ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2023-006807 | — | KEVIN SMITH | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1717 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or Alterationreplace 100amp breaker panel for 3rd floor apartment | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1309 S 31ST ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2429 LOMBARD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A VERTICAL ADDITION ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | WILLIAM C GIESEY | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2104 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REPAIR TO EXTERIOR BUILDING ELEMENTS AS SHOWN 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. | 4 | ROBERTO DE LA CRUZ | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005181 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1522 S STANLEY ST | Addition and/or AlterationNew circuit and rewire of rear-right and front bedrooms, circuit extension from existing wiring for bathroom and rear-left bedroom lighting. Replacing existing devices and 3-way switch system for basement lighting. ***All work to be done according to NEC 2020, Fish Only*** | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1531 S LECOUNT ST | New ConstructionWire through single family house, new service 200 amp, install decora devices, switches, receptacles, smokes, 4'' LED recessed lights, and ARCF breakers according to NEC 2020 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005181 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2227 DICKINSON 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 installs light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1907 TITAN 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. Like-for-like replacement of the existing outdoor AC condenser and indoor gas furnace for a single-family residential property. No changes to the existing ductwork layout. | — | HERITAGE MECHANICAL EXPERTS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1506 S STILLMAN ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001782 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005181 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |