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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 2223 EMERALD ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THREE STORY BUILDING TO INCLUDE 1-INCH COMBINED WATER SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Michael J Mccullough jr | 19125 | |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 |
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| 9901 E ROOSEVELT BLVD |
| AlterationsInstallation shall comply with the 2021 Philadelphia Plumbing Code section 919(Philadelphia Single Stack/venting System) and be listed on plans. |
| — |
| HGH PURCHASER INC |
| C |
| 19114 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 906 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior wiring for the existing restaurant renovation including new/relocated outlets, new lightings and switches. | — | BENG DING | C | 19107 |
| 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 | 1613 67TH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior non-structural alterations 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. | — | US HOME BUILDERS LLC | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 9612 CONVENT AVE | 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/ | — | QQ FIRE CONTRACT INC | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 652 N SICKELS ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 642 N 55TH 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install two new HVAC systems (one for each dwelling), ductwork, and 12 total diffusers. | — | Najee Goode | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 6038 KINGSESSING AVE | 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 | — | — | 19142 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1650 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. 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. | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 621 DICKINSON 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 | — | HAIM H SOLOMON | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 6102 MASTER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 908 S SCHELL ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon electric water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5800 WISSAHICKON AVE | 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 | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 316 TITAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5833 TRINITY ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 3339 GUILFORD ST | Addition and/or AlterationNo Upgrade on the service amps Replace existing service including 100 amp service cable from Peco line to the meter 100 amp meter socket 100 amp service cable from meter socket to the panel Install proper grounding for the service | — | ASTRIT MIRAKA | 19136 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 450 W DAUPHIN ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2025-004241 | — | Jose L Gonzalez | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2610 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004035 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 300 WINTON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A 2-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE FOR AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH A 2 INCH WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/ HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2123 DICKINSON ST | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2607 REED ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-007908 | — | Raffael construction llc | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4622 DISSTON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ATIS PLUMBING AND HVAC INC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 12019 SALINA PL | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19154 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 346 E PHIL ELLENA ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap, fai | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19119 |