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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2927 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19130 | |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2275 BRIDGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS ASSOCIATED WITH THE EXISTING ELEVATOR SHAFT. 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. |
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| 1 |
| TOTAL CONSTRUCTION INC |
| C |
| 19137 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 7000 CASTOR AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition over an existing semi-detached structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | — | C | 19149 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2005 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. RELOCATE (75) SPRINKLER HEADS ON THE 20TH FLOOR, PER NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1890 VINEYARD ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2021-016120 | — | Ryan Hughes | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2929 JUDSON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JAY EARL D | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2118 KATER 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. Install 95% 80K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 16 diffusers | — | WE FIX IT LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2000-12 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling a new 200amp service from exiting meter bank, including new equipment cabinets for Verizon wireless and antennas on rooftop. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | SWARTLEY BROS ENGINEERS INC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2104-06 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationRE-WIRE LIGHTS, SWITCHES, OUTLETS, ETC. AS PER 2017 NEC. MODIFY EXISTING FIRE ALARM SYSTEM AS PER 2016 NFPA 72. | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2307 N 50TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Kirill Kuratnikov | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1525-29 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate 42 Sprinkler Heads | — | INDEPENDENCE FIRE SPRINKLER COMPANY | C | 19102 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1892 VINEYARD ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2021-016123 | — | Ryan Hughes | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 135 E CUMBERLAND ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-001661 | 1 | CATALYST BUILDERS LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2610 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-004035 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 3110 N 29TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing 3 PCS BATH WITH TUB | — | JAY EARL D | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1931 E MOYAMENSING AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MAIN DRAIN. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1120 MORRIS ST | Addition and/or AlterationPORUING NEW BASEMENT SLAB IN EXISTING BASEMENT IN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING, NEW EGRESS WELL TO PUBLIC R.O.W., RELOCATION OF UTILITIES AS SPECIFIED IN PLANS, NEW INTERIOR NON-BEARING PARTITION WALLS IN BASEMENT. No excavation below 5 feet from grade. No underpinning of foundation. Proposed work shall not impact the existing foundation lateral support Note: excavation below 5 feet from grade will result in for an excavation site permit. | — | CityLife Collective LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 562 HERMAN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & 8ft of MD. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 833 MARKET ST | SignFOR REMOVAL FOUR (4) EXISTING FLAT WALL SIGNS AND REPLACE WITH FOUR (4) ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGNS, AND REMOVAL TWO (2) EXISTING FLAT WALL SIGNS AND REPLACE WITH TWO (2) NON-ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGNS, AND REMOVAL FOUR (4) EXISTING DOUBLE FACED PROJECTING BLADE SIGNS AND REPLACE WITH FOUR (4) ILLUMINATED DOUBLE FACED PROJECTING BLADE SIGNS. 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 | — | — | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 9925 LORRY PL | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE SANITARY AND STORM CT's & FAI's. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1220 BUTTONWOOD 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 | — | — | C | 19123 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5818 ADDISON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1717 FEDERAL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI, MD & 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | Bradley Otto | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2027 FAIRMOUNT AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 | — | DYLAN SLOAN | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1616 WYNSAM ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19138 |