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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 130 W ABBOTTSFORD AVE | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.- For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. ALTERATION/REPAIR is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. | — | — | 19144 | |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 205 S 13TH ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING RESTAURANT. 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 |
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| Michael J Martorano |
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| 19107 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4510 HIGBEE 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 | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2682 DEACON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-008588 | 1 | CATALYST BUILDERS LLC | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2716 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFIT-OUT OF SHELL FLOORS 9 & 10 IN A NEW CONSTRUCTION BUILDING (SEE PERMIT CP-2022-006497) FOR RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT & BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICES AS PER APPROVED PLANS BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2021 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | LF Driscoll Company LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 636 TASKER ST | Addition and/or Alteration2nd Floor - Replace Existing Outlets w/Decora Type (10) & Replace Existing SWS w/Decora (9)...Replace Smoke Detectors Throughout (6)...Replace Front & Rear Bedroom Fans w/New...1st Floor - Replace Existing Outlets w/New & Replace Existing SWS w/New (7)...Rewire Kitchen Outlets #12 Wire (5) Outlets & Wiring | — | ARMANDO ANTHONY | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4360 MONUMENT RD | Tank Install/RemovalTANK REMOVAL PERMIT - REMOVE OF (2) 8,000 GALLON UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS (UST) . The removal must comply with the regulations of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP). No excavations near the building. | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2948 CEDAR 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/ | — | YLLI QINAMI | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 203 CARPENTER 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 200 Amp service upgrade( upgrading from 100 amps to 200 amps) with new 40 circuit panel. Complete whole home rewire up to 2020 NEC requirements with all new devices, switches, and lights. Add recessed lights throughout. | — | CHARLES WRIGHT | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2530 N 11TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure with a roof deck and access structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | — | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2003 N 33RD ST | AlterationsInstallation of new fixtures for 4 unit residential building :: 4 water heaters, 4 kitchen sinks, 4 washers, 6 toilets, 7 lavatories, 5 shower/tubs. Exterior water supply and water distribution system piping shall be installed not less than 36" minimum below grade to the top of the pipe. Where water distribution pipe and water service pipe connect at the curb or curb stop, the piping shall be a minimum of 48" below grade to the top of the pipe. | — | PLUMETRIX INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1355 E HEWSON ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-004343 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 110 QUEEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | ROBERT ZWICHAROWSKI | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5911 AGUSTA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19149 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1932 E MADISON 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 200 AMP service and 40 space panel. Service size is increasing from 100 AMP. Partial rewire where needed (Fishing only) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 647 N 54TH 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 Replace 100 AMP service and panel (no change to service or panel size just replacement of 100 AMP service and panel) Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1405 S PATTON ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY WOOD-FRAME ATTACHED STRUCTURE ON REINFORCED CONCRETE FOOTINGS/FOUNDATIONS WITH A ROOF DECK AND A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE . FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING THROUGHOUT. BUILDING SHALL BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA13D. **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS INSTALLATION. ** MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND EXCAVATION WORK INCLUDED **PROTECTION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY / PEDESTRIANS / ADJACENT PROPERTIES REQUIRED DURING ALL CON | 1 | NEAL RUBIN | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 531 N 64TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1418 69TH AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1337 S HICKS ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-010256 | — | Mr Contractor inc | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 284 S 56TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationREWIRE 2 BEDROOMS, HALLWAYS & BATHROOM (FISHING NEW WIRING THROUGH WALLS). ALSO INSTALL NEW 100A TAPS, NEW 100A WEATHERHEAD, NEW 100A SVC CABLES (BOTH LINE & LOAD), NEW 125A MAX RATED METER BOX SILICONE AROUND THE CONNECTOR, TOP & SIDES TO PREVENT WATER ENTRY, BRAND NEW 100A 30 SP PANEL MOUNTED ON TWO BY FOURS & PLYWOOD DEPENDING ON THE SURFACE, ALL NEW CIRCUIT BREAKERS. THIS ALSO INCUDES BRANDNEW GROUNDING SYSTEM: #6 GROUND WIRE GOING FROM PANEL TO THE WATER METER, #6 GROUND WIRE, GOING FROM TH | — | FMJ ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING INC | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2124 SAINT ALBANS 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 Third floor renovation all open framing New hard wired smoke detectors throughout structure AS PER NEC 2020 | — | Galle Electric LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A 8-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE FOR AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH A BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AND FIRE PUMP IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 & 20. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2004 CECIL B MOORE AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-001222 | — | JOHN J DOUGHERTY & SON INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1941 S 11TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 150 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard INSTALLING A 150 AMP SERVICE (UPGRADE FROM 100 AMPS) INSTALLING (4) 15/20 AMP CIRCUITS TO BATH & BEDROOMS 9ALL FISHED & SURFACE MOUNT WIRING) REPLACING VARIOUS DEFECTIVE SWITCHES,RECEPTACLES,ETC. | — | lec-tron | 19148 |