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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 6141 PINE 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 Install 3 gang meter socket 200 amp rating. Install (1)60 amp #4Alum cable, not exceeding 60 amps. Install (2)100 amp #2 Alum cable not exceeding 100amps and new grounding system. Install (2) 100amps panel and breakers. Install (1)60 amps panel and breakers. Total wiring for wall outlets, GFCI, switches. lights and smokes to | — | RICHARD CHRISTOPHER | 19143 | |
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| Issued Sep 17, 2026 |
| 301 S BROAD ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-005206 |
| — |
| COLLEEN HARTER |
| C |
| 19107 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4219 OGDEN 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 Install 200 amp meter box, 200amp panel and breakers not exceeding 200 amps. Total rewiring including wall outlets, lights, switches, doorbell systems, hardwired smokes, GFCI, washer, dryer, stove and microwave to NEC code | — | RICHARD CHRISTOPHER | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1508 S 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations and structural repairs 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. | — | Evergreen GC LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5134 N 5TH ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop | — | MARANGELLY BURGOS | C | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4822 N CAMAC ST | Alterations - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19141 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2926 FANSHAWE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing HT and FAI replacement | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19149 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5302 GAINOR RD | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4903 N 17TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationREPLACING A EXISTING 100AMP PANEL (NO UPGRADE IN AMPS) INSTALLING (3) 15/20AMP CIRCUITS TO 2nd FLOOR BATHROOM. FOR SWITCHING,LIGHTING,HEATER & GFCI RECEPTACLE. (ALL FISHED & SURFACE MOUNT) INSTALLING BATTERY SMOKE DETECTORS. | — | lec-tron | 19141 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 118 CUTHBERT ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 104 HILLTOP RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | SPIGELMYER PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 9898 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | EZ SIGNS & SERVICES LLC | C | 19115 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 7229 BRIAR RD | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS, TO INCLUDE THE ELIMINATION OF OFF-STREET SURFACE PARKING, TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | BOHDAN STANDRYTCHUK | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1920 MUTTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-011187 | — | Dalton Capital LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 7019 PASCHALL AVE | 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. EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Installation of 70 btu 90% Furnace with 2.5 ton coil and condenser connecting to new ductwork. Installation of 2.5 mini split system with 3 evaporator he | — | GO WITH THE FLOW | 19142 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 6915 LINMORE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | Coffelt Contracting | 19142 |
| 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 | 3526 N LEE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MD FIRST LENGTH OUT. | — | Ryan Hughes | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1941 MUTTER ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A TWO-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A ONE (1) INCH COMBINED DOMESTIC AND FIRE SERVICE LINE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE RP-2025-009754 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5236-44 BELFIELD AVE | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4617 PINE ST | AlterationsALTERATION TO EXISTING CONDO IN 6 STORY CONDO BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 | — | Ryan Hughes | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 131 W ROOSEVELT BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationCOMPLETE REWIRING OF EXISTING TWO-FAMILY DWELLING. PROVIDE (2) 200-AMP PANELS, ONE FOR EACH DWELLING UNIT, AND (1) 100-AMP HOUSE PANEL FOR COMMON AREAS, INCLUDING ALL REQUIRED WIRING, DEVICES, LIGHTING, GROUNDING, AND ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS AS PER 2017 NEC. | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4617 PINE 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 Increase existing 100 amp service to 200 amp service, install 200 amp panel, install 200 amp meter combination, 200 amp disconnect; Run 80' 4/0 MC SCR cable, No additional wiring. Grounding & Bonding PER 2020 NEC | — | Felix Williams | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 6113 WOODLAND AVE | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | Shay Argaman | C | 19142 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 845 N HOLLY 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 100 amp service and panel, 32 space panel, exhaust fan ceiling, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit 1st floor, bathroom fixture, bathroom wall fixture, flush mount LED ceiling fixture, 10yr battery operated smokes, 10yr battery operated smoke/carbon detector, new receptacle and circuit, arc fault. relocate electrical devices according to N | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19104 |