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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5421 LAURENS ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | GREGORY PAVLOSKI | 19144 | |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2705 INGRAM ST | ExcavationEXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION BUILDING (SEE PERMIT CP-2026-000479) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE UNDERPINNING OF ADJACENT BUILDING TO BE MONITORED BY A PA LICENSED PE AT ALL TIMES. *2018 IBC REVIEW* |
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| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 640 WATER WORKS DR | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display 1.4 g 2" shell max. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2513 FEDERAL ST | New Construction or AdditionsADDITION AND CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A TRIPLEX. EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 1" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1119 HOPE ST | 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 | — | Nuview Construction LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2307 GRAYS FERRY AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2627 E LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor 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 | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1477 N 53RD 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install one new ductless mini-split HVAC system to serve Unit 1. No work or modifications to the existing Unit 2 HVAC system or ductwork | — | VELAR STONE LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5820 ASHLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing semi-detached 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. | — | HHH Construction Company | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2101-07 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY AT 1ST FLOOR AND LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2021 IEBC* *SEE KEY PLAN FOR LOCATION* | 1 | BLACKSTONE BUILDING GROUP | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 116 MORRIS ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2421 N PHILIP ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005029 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2307 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED BUILDING OF TYPE VA CONSTRUCTION WITH A BASEMENT FOR THE USE OF R2 OCCUPANCY (4 DWELLING UNITS). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13R MINIMUM. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2021 IBC. | 4 | Lynx Management Solutions LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2147 RIDGE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Installation of 5" sanitary, 6" storm building trap, Installation of 1" water service Installation of backflow prevention device | — | JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 2611 E LEHIGH AVE | AlterationsInstall 4 inch main drain and 3 inch vent to new addition bathroom. Install all proper waterline. INSTALL FIXTURES. | — | BLUE PRINT MECHANICAL LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 448 E FLORA 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 INCREASE SERVICE TO 200 AMP, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 910 S 51ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA change3rd floor and rear addition to an existing two story structure as per approved plan. NTE 38' in height. No roof deck associated with this permit. | — | Elevated Building Co. | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 917 MCKEAN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 29 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 113R SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REMOVAL OF TEMPORARY STRUCTUERS ON THE SITE AND THE INFILL OF THE EXISTING SITE TO RESOLVE CF-2026-006287. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND ENGINEERING INSPECTION LETTER. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CF-2026-006287. "IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER TH | 1 | Bridge One Construction, LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1508 S 9TH 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 Wire lights, switches, receptacles, smoke det- 240v outlet include stove, hot water heat, dryer, ac outlet | — | PROMPT PLUMBING MECH CONTR INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 8724 CRISPIN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the addition of a porch roof (open on three sides) at the rear of an existing single family dwelling per plan. | — | QUALITY CONSTRUCTION INC | 19136 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5723 WYALUSING AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations for a single family home , details per plan. | — | A&j investments llc | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 204 S DELHI ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5666 MATTHEWS ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL WIRING, RECEPTACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES WHERE REQUIRED THROUGHOUT HOUSE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC AND THE SCOPE OF WORK IN THE EXECUTED CONTRACT. ***Fishing Only*** | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1049 EDISON AVE | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Streets Department Permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. SHEATHING MUST COMPLY WITH STANDARD AND NOT EXCEED ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OR NEED A NEW PERMIT WITH PLANS. | — | — | 19116 |