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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3528-78 I ST | Addition and/or AlterationPerform tenant fit-out of a space to accommodate the installation of a fire alarm system. Work includes furnishing and installing fire alarm control equipment, initiating devices, notification appliances and wiring. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC 70, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | WILLIAM SOMMERVILLE | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 |
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| EZ Exterior Window and Door Replacement**Existing Philadelphia Historic Property** For replacement of existing exterior windows and/or doors in accordance with the attached EZ Permit Windows & Doors Standard. Failure to comply with the attached EZ Permit Windows & Doors Standard shall result in revocation of this permit. Replacing Ground floor windows of residential property as per PHC approval. |
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| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2417 GAUL ST | Addition and/or AlterationAdd 2 switches, Add 2 outlets, Device Replacement Only. | — | JOSEPH WENTWORTH | 19125 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 7157 EDMUND ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1158 S 12TH 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 | — | LEPORE PROPERTIES LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 645 PORTER ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1832-34 W TIOGA ST | Addition and/or AlterationComplete rewire including installation of disconnects for HVAC condensers, lighting, switches, and receptacles according to plans. Install new low-voltage wiring according to plans. Demolition of all old wiring and branch circuits. Existing Service to remain with 2 new 200amp panels and one sub-panel for kitchen area added as per prints. (Exclusion of Fire Alarm) .ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. **NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** | — | RAMEE A WILLIAMS | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3438 HOLYOKE 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 HVAC system, 65K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1600 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | 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. | — | Shay Argaman | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 923 S 20TH ST | New ConstructionInstallation of 300-amp service and equipment. Interior wiring for 3 dwelling units and common areas. Installation of a fire alarm, all work per approved plans. | — | DRIJON GJONI | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 7552 FORREST AVE | Addition and/or AlterationRewire home as per 2020 NEC code. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5420 ADDISON 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. Replace ductwork throughout single family home, connecting to the existing furnace and 8 diffusers | — | Finch Development LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 826 N 42ND ST | New ConstructionEZ 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 (2) HVAC systems, (1) for each dwelling. Each system will have a 24K BTU heat pump and air handler, ductwork, and 7 diffusers (14 | — | NAZAR HOME CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 934 SNYDER 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 | — | Shay Argaman | 19148 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2020 W 65TH AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 828 N 42ND ST | New ConstructionEZ 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 (2) HVAC systems, (1) for each dwelling. Each system will have a 24K BTU heat pump and air handler, ductwork, and 7 diffusers (14 | — | NAZAR HOME CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 3905 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 15kv feeders (duct bank and concrete pads by others), pad mount transformer, 1600A 208V Switchboard, and downstream 208V feeds to buildings as shown on drawings. Remove existing pad mount and switchboard when complete . -2017 NEC .Outside on concrete pad On the rear of the parcel north of building 1475402 and east of building 1475401 (ST.MARY'S ,3905 & 3907 Spruce st ) | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1414 S PENN SQ | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR COMPLIANT CHANGES TO THE 43RD FLOOR OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | BALLARD SPAHR LLP | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 4545 HURLEY ST | AlterationsReplace soil pope under basement floor and rainleader less cesspool. | — | BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19120 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 1501 N MYRTLEWOOD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED 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 PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | MAXIMUM HVAC LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 2824 CECIL B MOORE AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING WITH 2” FIRE SERVICE AND 2" BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5616 RIDGEWOOD ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 736 S 6TH ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WDP. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19147 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 5981 JANNETTE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-008128 | — | Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC | 19128 |
| Issued Jun 17, 2026 | 820 N 42ND ST | New ConstructionEZ 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 (2) HVAC systems, (1) for each dwelling. Each system will have a 24K BTU heat pump and air handler, ductwork, and 7 diffusers (14 | — | NAZAR HOME CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |