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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 130 S 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO CONDOMINIUM UNIT #3102 AKA 31D AT THE 31ST FLOOR OF THE EXISTING HIGH-RISE STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | DAVID HORLACHER | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 |
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| Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE SOIL STACK. |
| — |
| Ryan Hughes |
| 19146 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1025 W ARIZONA ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-004779 | 1 | R&D Realty LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 44 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 | 2556 PAGE ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19121 |
| 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 | 4301 GERMANTOWN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit for combo SP-2024-001402 | — | JOHN J DOUGHERTY & SON INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1318 N 28TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1136 E STAFFORD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1025 W ARIZONA ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-004779 | — | THOMAS UHL | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4500 MERCER ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A HAIR SALON (GROUP B). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS. NO ALTERATIONS ARE APPROVED UNDER THIS APPLICATION. | — | — | 19137 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1112 BAINBRIDGE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | Ryan Hughes | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 3835 CRESSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Sila Services, LLC | 19127 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5301 ARLINGTON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap replacement and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6628 HOLLIS ST | EZ Deck (Exist. One-Family Dwellings)EZ PERMIT DECKS - For New Decks to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Rear deck, 192sqft. | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6027 CHRISTIAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CURB TRAP, FRESH AIR INLET AND MAIN DRAIN IN BASMENT. . | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2342 N CAMAC ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovations of an existing single family structure, details as shown in the plan. work includes structural repairs and replacing joists in existing joists pockets. | — | CESAR SANCHEZ | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 414 SELMA ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the removal and reconstruction of the exterior entry stairs and the supporting retaining wall. Size and location per plan. | — | VIKTORY HOMES LLC | 19116 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2323 N 18TH 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) Remove existing 100 amp.service cable 2) Install new 100 amp.service entrance cable 3) Install 100 amp.meter socket on exterior wall 4) Reconnect service entrance from meter socket to 100 amp.breaker panel Fishing only | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4637 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFor an EZ fire suppression installation for a commercial kitchen hood. | — | DC MECHANICAL II LLC | C | 19124 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2410 N 30TH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE STRUCTURAL REPAIR TO EXTERIOR WALL & PORCH TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2024-106085. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON THE REFERENCED CASE FILE(S). | — | LIBIO MATOS USA REMODELING CONSTRUCTION | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1425 E MOYAMENSING AVE | AlterationsINTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES ROUGH TO FINISH. ALL WORK PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS. INSTALL REPLACEMENT CURB TRAP. INSTALL REPLACEMENT FRESH AIR INLET. TYPES OF FIXTURES: Plumbing LINES TO FIXTURES, 1-TOILETS, 1-LAVATORIES, 1-KITCHEN SINKS & 1-hot WATER HEATERS. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1637 CECIL B MOORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationREWIRE BUILDING AS PER PLANS. PROVIDE NEW FEEDERS AND EECTRICAL PANELS AS SHOWN ON SINGLE-LINE DIAGRAM. INSTALLATION SHALL COMPLY WITH 2017 NEC. (NOT INCL FIRE ALARM) | — | WILLIAM SOMMERVILLE | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 3839 N DELHI ST | 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 128 E PHIL ELLENA ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005913 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19119 |