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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 6465 ARDLEIGH ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide light, branch circuit and installation Provide receptacle, branch circ. & installation Provide electric heater connection & branch | — | DAVIS S OWENS GROUP | 19119 | |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 5718 W OXFORD ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-009387 |
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| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2200 E ANN ST | Tank Install/RemovalFOR REMOVAL OF TWO STORAGE TANKS (ONE ABOVE-GROUND AND ONE UNDER-GROUND) PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DEP REGULATIONS. | — | — | C | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3326 RAND 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3751 LANKENAU RD | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelAll approved work performed in accordance with Residential EZ¿Bathroom¿&¿Kitchen¿Remodel | — | JASON CRINITI | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1826 N 27TH 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. Installing 2.5 ton condenser and coil with 60k 80% gas furnace. 9 reg./diff. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1315 N MYRTLEWOOD ST | AlterationsInstalling new 3/4" water service. | — | ANTOINE MOULTAIR | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 7026 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. **SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FROM THE PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION: No work to the front facade as part of this permit. No work to exterior windows and/or doors as part of | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2557 S 67TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | David R Smith | 19142 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 9208 AMBASSADOR PL | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19115 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 6618 ROSS ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closure. -Install new siding on the underside of the front porch roof -Remove and replace damaged siding at the front fascia, matching the existing profile -Install downspout to existing drain box | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3019 N WATER ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION #CF-2026-031180 TO REPAIR DAMAGE CAUSED BY FIRE AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2026-031180. “IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A 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 | — | Genesis Contracting Services | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2623 MUHLFELD 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 200 amp service with no increase, replace outlets, lights and switches, Install outlets in back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished No Service Increase | — | Vincent Williams | 19142 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3521 SHELMIRE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19136 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 130 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A FACADE REPAIR 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** | 1 | ARMOR MASONRY RESTORATION INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 825 PIERCE ST | New Construction or AdditionsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 110 N MOLE ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | AVLV Development LLC | 19102 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1618 S BROAD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2909 RIDGE AVE | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS A SHELL COMMERCIAL SPACE (USE REGISTRATION & FIT-OUT PERMITS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY) AND FIVE (5) DWELLING UNITS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. WORK TO INCLUDE UNDERPINNING TO BE MONITORED BY A PA LICENSED PE AT ALL TIMES. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 5 | BFB CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 4642 MANSION ST | Addition and/or Alteration2 Kitchen-install AFCI/GFI breakers on existing wires that go from panel to kitchen 2 Install AFCI/GFI protected receptacles ( fed from existing lines , see above ) 1 Install new AFCI protected line with receptacle for refrigerator 1 Install new AFCI protected line for lighting, oven and hood 5 Install customer supplied 4" recessed lights 2 Install switches 1 Install customer supplied outside wall light 1 Install AFCI/GFI protected receptacle under window 2 Install receptacle on dining room side | — | STAHL ELECTRIC INC | 19127 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2129 FITZWATER ST | Addition and/or AlterationLevel II Alterations to existing SFD to include new floors, doors and windows replacement, new kitchen cabinets, new partition walls, trim and finishes according to attached plans *** SEPARATE PERMITS FOR MEP WORK*** | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 7437 BEVERLY RD | Addition and/or AlterationRewire all of building new devices and replace 100 amp service line (No increase ) complete with meter, panel grounding. | — | Brian Monroe | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1525 N AMERICAN ST | Addition and/or Alterations**2021 IMC REVIEW** FOR 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. | — | MATT ECKERT | C | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 9204 TREATY RD | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 4201 AVENUE OF THE REPUBLIC | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19131 |