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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4622 DISSTON 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 (2) split systems, ductwork, and 20 diffusers. One system for each dwelling. Install (5) bathroom exhaust fans, (2) dryer vents, a | — | ATIS PLUMBING AND HVAC INC | 19135 | |
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| Issued Sep 16, 2026 |
| 5416 ARLINGTON 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 |
| — |
| Mohammad A Ibrahim |
| 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5741 RISING SUN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall telecommunications wiring and associated low-voltage cabling for the Public School Building. Work includes the installation of raceways, cables, outlet boxes, patch panels, communication outlets, equipment connections, and associated telecommunications devices, together with all required supports necessary for a complete and operational telecommunications system. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | ISLAND COMPUTER PRODUCTS, INC | C | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1013 S 49TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | MEB PLUMBING LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2821 POPLAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationFirst Floor Living Room Install new wiring along the front first floor living room wall for receptacles and an exterior light switch. Heating and Cooling Install new circuit wiring for the basement heating system and outdoor condenser. Electric Water Heater Install a new dedicated circuit for the first floor electric water heater. | — | BARRY HASSAN | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 417-19 S BROAD ST | Combined Lot Line Relocation and New DevelopmentFor the relocation of lot lines to create one lot (Parcel A), from three lots (deeded 417-19 S Broad St, 421 S Broad St, and 404-14 S Watts St). Size and location per plan. | — | Landmark Architectural Design LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1380 E HAINES 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. Installing 2.5 ton heat pump and air handler, with 5kw heat kit and 10 reg./diff. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 3401 HAMILTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFIT-OUT OF SHELL COMMERCIAL SPACE C2 ON THE GROUND FLOOR OF A NEW CONSTRUCTION BUILDING (SEE PERMIT CP-2025-002144) FOR RETAIL SALES OF CONSUMER GOODS AND FOOD, BEVERAGES & GROCERIES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2021 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | ABIOLA CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1380 E HAINES ST | AlterationsInstallation of 3 water closet, 3 lavatories, 2 shower/tubs, 1 kitchen sink & 1 laundry outlet. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1111 W TIOGA ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1301-25 CHESTNUT ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-000667 Install new wet sprinkler piping & heads to protect new residential apartments and loft units throughout entire floor on floors 6th-12th, per NFPA 13 and Philadelphia Fire Codes. | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1628 N 29TH 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. Installation of ductwork throat the house, installation of a forced air system. Gas furnace at 90+ efficiency with 3 ton a/c system. 12 reg./diff. | — | SERG SERGMAN LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5149 RANSTEAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the partial demolition and reconstruction of the second floor rear. For interior and exterior 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. | — | Inagi Construction Company LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5718 W OXFORD ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-009387 | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 7600-98 CITY AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | NJG Outdoor Management, LLC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1842 CHRISTIAN ST | Addition and/or Alteration**Existing Philadelphia Historic Property** EZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- For alterations to a Single Family Dwelling Property as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinni | — | ACE Holdings LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2619 BRADDOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 100 Amp service complete with meter, electrical panel, grounding and bonding. Install wiring for receptacles, switches, lights and interconnected smokes/CO alarms. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | EK Construction LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1601 S 28TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace a 3/4" domestic water line | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1340 S 56TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- For alterations to a Single Family Dwelling Property as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab | — | LOPEZ & LOPEZ BUILDERS LLP | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 313-15 E BRINGHURST ST | Combined Lot Line Relocation and New DevelopmentFor the relocation of lot lines to create nine lots (Parcels A-I) from one lot (deeded 313-15 E Bringhurst St). | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 605 W GRAVERS LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | MURPHY'S PLUMBING HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING LLC | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4100 CHESTNUT ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor additional of a canopy to existing structure. Size and location per plan. | — | KENNETH J ACQUAVIVA | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5118-50 N 6TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall telecommunications wiring and associated low-voltage cabling for the Public School Building. Work includes the installation of raceways, cables, outlet boxes, patch panels, communication outlets, equipment connections, and associated telecommunications devices, together with all required supports necessary for a complete and operational telecommunications system. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | ISLAND COMPUTER PRODUCTS, INC | C | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4443 N CLEVELAND 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. Replace existing furnace and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | Kenyatta Steward | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 3417 ORMES ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | LAWRENCE PLBG HTG & HOME IMPROVMTS | 19134 |