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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 419 W CLAPIER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED STRUCTURE (MAX. 38’ HIGH); FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH ONE (1) ACCESSORY OFF-STREET SURFACE PARKING SPACE, ACCESSED BY A SHARED DRIVEWAY; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Alexander Duller DBA: Fusa Designs LLC | 19144 | |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1 CITIZENS BANK WAY |
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| Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and Install Power and Lighting Per approved Plans and 2017 NEC : NOTED- TAMPER RESISTANT RECEPTACLES TO BE INSTALLED AS SHOWN . |
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| HATZEL & BUEHLER INC |
| C |
| 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5401 WEBSTER 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4633 CEDAR 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 | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 9307 KREWSTOWN RD | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | LOR-MAR MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | C | 19115 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 3501 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | New ConstructionInstall telecommunications and low-voltage wiring within cable trays to serve the security system, security cameras, and card reader access-control devices. Provide all associated cabling, pathways, terminations, and connections necessary for a complete and operational system. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | Colin O’Shaughnessy | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1424 S HICKS 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 | — | FLAMINGO SERVICES LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 3226 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III INTERIOR ALTERATIONS FOR THE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO R2 (3 DWELLING UNITS) WITH ACCESSORY STORAGE & UTILITY WITHIN THE BASEMENT OF AN EXISTING THREE STORY BUILDING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 3 | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5216 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 400 amp service with main service disconnect. Install switches, outlets, and fixtures throughout. Fire alarm installation: all work per approved plans | — | Brandon Shackelford | C | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 269 SAINT JOSEPHS WAY | 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 | — | RAS ELECTRIC | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 42 REGER ST | New ConstructionFOR INSTALLATION OF ONE-INCH COMBINED FIRE/DOMESTIC WATER SERVICE LINE AND FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS AND NFPA 13D. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4226 OTTER ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT AND PRIVATE ROOF DECK/PILOT HOUSE FOR USE AS FOUR (4) DWELLING UNITS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE UNDERPINNING TO BE MONITORED BY A PA LICENSED PE AT ALL TIMES. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 4 | Philadelphia Modern Build Inc | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2611 MEMPHIS ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-006170 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 419 W CLAPIER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED STRUCTURE (MAX. 38’ HIGH); FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Alexander Duller DBA: Fusa Designs LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 906-16 N BROAD ST | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. - Exterior 2" Water Distribution for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5625 MASTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN EXISTING GROUP R-3 GROUP HOME USE AND OCCUPANCY. EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IEBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. | 2 | Innova Construction Group | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5917 CHARLES ST | Addition and/or AlterationPanel upgrade. New 100 amp 30 circuit panel | — | HENDERSON M SEALY | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6628 HOLLIS ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4746 PASCHALL AVE | AlterationsREPLACE 3/4"WATER SERVICE - "ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5' IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPR'D SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION" PA ONE CALL #20262521721 | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6809 ARDLEIGH ST | Parking OnlyExisting detached structure. | — | NEW MARKET BUILDERS LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1025 W ARIZONA ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004779 | — | THOMAS UHL | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 419 W CLAPIER ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED STRUCTURE (MAX. 38’ HIGH); FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Alexander Duller DBA: Fusa Designs LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1735 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF 215 NEW SPRINKLER HEADS ON THE 7TH FL. TO AN EXISTING FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING WITH AN EXISTING BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AND FIRE PUMP PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/ HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. | — | INDEPENDENCE FIRE SPRINKLER COMPANY | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 220 DICKINSON ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1313 FRANKFORD AVE | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION (MORE THAN 2/3 OF STRUCTURAL FRAMING AND PORTION(S) OF EXTERIOR WALLS TO BE REMOVED) OF A THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION. FOR USE AS VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE (SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FIT-OUT AND ISSUANCE OF C.O.) AND ONE (1) DWELLING UNIT (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED (PER NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE COMMERCIAL SPACE AT THE BASEMENT & 1ST FLOOR AND PER NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY AT THE 2ND & 3RD FLOORS). ALL WORK TO | 1 | GTMO DEVELOPMENT LLC | C | 19125 |