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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical alterations associated with the renovation of portions of the existing 3rd and 4th floors of an existing nursing home, including power, lighting, fire alarm, nurse call, and equipment connections, per approved plans-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 4526 N 15TH ST |
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| Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. |
| — |
| THOMAS UHL |
| 19140 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 566 W CLAPIER 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. 1. Replacing existing 200-amp service with a new 200-amp service with ground rod and continuous ground Service size is 200-amp. Does not exceed 200 amps. 2. Completely re-wire house which includes new arc fault circuit breakers. 3. completely re-wire each bedroom on second floor, bathroom, and hallway 4. completely re-wire first floor: livin | — | CGW ELECTRIC INC | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2400-14 KENSINGTON AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO 2ND FLOOR OF EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 | — | EXCEL PLUMBING HEATING & AC INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2143 S 57TH 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 REPLACING 200AMP PANEL OUTSIDE SERVICE CABLE & METER SOCKET MAIN GROUDING SYSTEM UPGRADE PROPERLY SIZED CIRCUIT BREAKERS WHOLE HOUSE SURGE PROTECTION NO OTHER WORK BEING DONE SERVICE SIZE HAS INCREASED FROM 100AMP TO 200AMP | — | JDV ELECTRIC, LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 8530 FRONTENAC ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE SANITARY AND STORM CT & FAI. | — | MICHAEL ZALEWSKI | 19152 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 3008 EUCLID AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1103 N 63RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide and install an automatic fire alarm system throughout the building as per approved plans and NFPA 72 2019 nec 2020. | — | FIDELITY BURGLAR & FIRE ALARM | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 7051 ELMWOOD AVE | 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 -200 amp service and 40 space panel -exhaust fam, ceiling -ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - second floor -install bathroom fixture -install bathroom wall fixture -install smoke detector, 10 year battery -install smoke/carbon monoxide detector, 10 year battery -fishing wire thru wall PER NEC 2020 -Service is go | — | HOLDER INC | 19142 |
| 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 | 5100 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | BUZZ BURGER INC. | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2518 S PHILIP ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION CF-2024-088110 FOR STRUCTURAL REPAIRS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. | — | QC ELECTRIC SERVICES LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2229 N ORKNEY ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-012417 | — | Armand Parllaku | 19133 |
| 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 | 3410 AUBREY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached 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. | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 301 E GODFREY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationProvide install (1) exit sign with double head remote and wiring. Provide and install (1) Low Voltage double head remote and wiring. Electrical fit out for kitchen, per plans as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm notification appliances and tie in kitchen hood as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | ECHO HOUSE GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC | C | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 3764 CRESSON 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 | — | Elite Construction by SRS LLC | 19127 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1535 SARATOGA PL | 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 | — | — | 19122 |
| 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 | 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 | 306-20 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR STRUCTURAL REPAIRS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | — | WATTS RESTORATION CO INC | C | 19102 |
| 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 | 7212 N 20TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 517 S 45TH ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF RESIDENTIAL ROOF MOUNTED SOLAR PANELS AND RELATED APPURTENANCES AS NOTED ON THE APPROVED PLANS. 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 WORK. ** NO STATIONARY STORAGE BATTERY SYSTEMS WITH THIS PERMIT ** | — | — | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 1000 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO TWO (2) DWELLING UNITS AT THE 3RD AND 4TH FLOORS WITH ADDITIONAL LIMITED STRUCTURAL WORK AT THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS WITHOUT A CHANGE TO EXISTING GROUP R-2 MULTI-FAMILY USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. **PHC APPROVAL CONDITION: No exterior work to facades along Spruce St | 2 | Datsun LLC | C | 19107 |