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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 3459 MIDVALE AVE | EZ Roof Covering Replacement**Existing Philadelphia Historic Property** For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process REPLACE THE 2ND FLOOR FLAT ROOF IN EPDM | — | — | 19129 | |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5514 W GODFREY AVE |
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| Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT- To legalize the repairs that were made to the rear retaining wall as per Engineer’s report to resolve case #CF-2021-112278. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2021-112278. |
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| ANM INVESTMENT INC |
| 19138 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1236 HARRISON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19124 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 3108 N WENDLE ST | 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 * Replace the existing 100-amp electrical service equipment. NO INCREASE IN AMP * Install a new 100-amp meter enclosure. * Install a new 100-amp exterior emergency disconnect. * Replace the existing 100-amp main breaker panel with a new 100-amp main breaker panel. * Install one additional ground rod and connect it to the existing grounding electrode | — | THOMAS EDISON ELECTRIC INC. | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4526 N 15TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 742 RODMAN ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1619 N MARSHALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the removal of the existing stucco, replacement of the exterior wall sheathing, and replacement of the exterior wall covering with fiber cement siding per plan. | — | JBEG Development And Contracting LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 681 N BROAD ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | HMA Consulting and Contracting Company | C | 19123 |
| 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 | 912 ATWOOD 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. Replace existing boiler only, in like and kind, using existing piping/ ductwork in the basement | — | Red Line Construction, LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5649 N FAIRHILL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR SEWER LINE IN FRONT YARD NEAR FOUNDATION WALL. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 590 E GODFREY AVE | 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 | — | — | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 302 E UPSAL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1729 S 17TH 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 the service to 200 amp service, wiring , switches, outlets, lights | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4087 1/2 LANCASTER AVE | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | — | C | 19104 |
| 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 | 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 | 4232 HOWELL ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-010672 | — | Alpha Construction Group LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1445 N ORKNEY ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-012889 | — | Armand Parllaku | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1822 N HOWARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD FROM CT TO INSIDE OF BUILDING. | — | KURTAJ BROTHERS PLUMBING LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2520 E DAUPHIN ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE STRUCTURAL REPAIR TO EXTERIOR WALL TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-098334. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON THE REFERENCED CASE FILE(S). | — | Michael D Link | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4112 LANCASTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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 PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK INCLUDING ALL ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING. | — | 4041 CORPORATION | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1447 N ORKNEY ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-012890 | — | Armand Parllaku | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2339 W HAROLD 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1144 S 8TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration INTERIOR ALTERATIONS AND FOR THE ERECTION OF A WALKOUT ROOF DECK ON THE THIRD FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | Stone House LLC | 19147 |