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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1225-27 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace two existing electrical panels, 100 amps each; rewire ceiling lights and outlets as per 2017 NEC. Install a new fire alarm system as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | COLIN JOHNSON | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1433 S 17TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel |
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| 19146 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2612 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-004036 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 316 TITAN 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. 60K BTU 95% furnace, 2 ton AC, ductwork, and 16 diffusers | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2001 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHING, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2021 IEBC* | 1 | D LAURO & RODGERS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 5721 SPRUCE 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1234 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide electrical work associated with the new VRF systems as per 2017 NEC. | — | SJ Thomas Company Inc | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 744-48 S 11TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. SEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2609 REED ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE PILOT HOUSE AND ROOF DECK FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C/O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | Raffael construction llc | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2020 S 2ND ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION AT THE REAR OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS. | — | Canary Architecture LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 207 E WILDEY ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-007383 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2403 S 57TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 701 W YORK ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new wiring throughout all units with new 2000 amp service with grounding. Install lighting, receptacles, exit/emergency lighting, smoke/CO alarms, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 80 W MERMAID LN | Addition and/or Alteration22kw Generac Guardian Series Generator - Supply and install a Generac 22kw standby natural gas generator. - Supply and install a pre-cast concrete pad for mounting of generator on front, right corner of home near electric and gas meters. - Supply and install a Service Entrance rated, 200-amp automatic transfer switch (ATS). - Mount ATS or emergency disconnect on exterior wall near electric meter. - Supply and install service cable to ATS. - Re-feed main breaker panel with 200-amp sub-feede | — | Ace Hardware Home Services | 19118 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1701 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS INCLUDING STRUCTURAL WORK ON SPACE #5 TO INCLUDE AN ADA TOILET PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE FIT-OUT PERMIT & USE REGISTRATION PERMITS REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY. | 1 | LJM PARTNERS LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1880 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | 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 2 existing sprinkler heads, per NFPA 13 | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2001 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationNew lighting, lighting controls, wiring devices, HVAC equipment connections and communication outlet provisions. ***NO FIRE ALARM WORK ON THIS PERMIT*** | — | GOLDSMITH ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 127 TASKER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 927 E MOYAMENSING 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/ | — | Canopy Building Services | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 849 JACKSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 5546-48 RIDGE AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-003996 FOR EXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH FOUNDATION WATERPROOFING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY EXCAVATION SUPPORT SYSTEM. *2021 IBC REVIEW* | — | JB CONTRACTORS LLC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1900 E HUNTINGDON ST | Minor DemolitionMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2024-101939-FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED MASONRY AND WOOD ONE-STORY STRUCTURE BY HAND METHODS. . ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6' IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOSURE. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2024-101939. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAF | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2757 N 13TH ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-003495 | — | Campos Enterprises LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 441 TITAN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1313 N 22ND ST | New ConstructionCOMPLETION OF THE NEW CONSTRUCTION (SEE ORIGINAL PERMIT CP-2020-005402) OF A THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT AND PRIVATE ROOF DECK WITH PILOT HOUSE FOR USE AS A THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 3 | First Choice Renovations LLC | C | 19121 |