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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 621 S 2ND ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process | — | — | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 5401-65 OLD YORK RD | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ). FOR THE RENOVATION OF AN EXISTING IMAGING ROOM LOCATED ON THE GROUND FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTNG STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DOH APPROVAL.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | C. ERICKSON & SONS LLC | C | 19141 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 3923 MOUNT VERNON ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001915 | — | Blerton Islamaj | 19104 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 9600 STENTON AVE | Retaining WallERECTION OF RETAINING WALLS FOR EXISTING EXTERIOR LANDSCAPE STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2021 IBC REVIEW* | — | — | C | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 708 S 59TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19143 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 3935 FOLSOM ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-002755 | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | 19104 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 918 CATHARINE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE FROM THE CURB TO THE FOUNDATION WALL. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19147 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 525 W CLAPIER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR FRESH AIR INLET. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19144 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 910-32 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) FOR RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING BANK AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | A 1 CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTY INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 2640 S 12TH ST | AlterationsCURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN. - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19148 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing - Exterior Water Distribution for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing - Interior Plumbing System for Residential New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19123 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 1948 ROWAN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to the rear of an existing attached structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | MWMT Co. | C | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 538 E BRINGHURST 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 | — | — | 19144 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 1313 N HOLLYWOOD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19121 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 2212 S BROAD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MICHAEL MCCABE | C | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 811 ADAMS AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL I ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE, ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE REPLACEMENT OF EXTERIOR STOREFRONT. 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. | 1 | MARK SHABLIN LANDSCAPE CONTRACTING | C | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 703 S 4TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsSupply and install new 1” Water Line Supply and install new (1) 5” Sanitary line main to building Supply and install new (1) 5” curb trap and fai | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 6027 WALNUT ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19139 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 2809 ARAMINGO AVE | 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 | — | — | 19134 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 6427 1/2 RISING SUN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-006146 | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | C | 19111 |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 1424 S COLORADO ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE FROM THE CURB TO THE FOUNDATION WALL. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19146 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 7351 N 20TH 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. 100 Amp Service (no increased) Meter, Panel & Rewire throughout. | — | JAMAAL STERLING | 19138 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 2111 PINE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Sila Services, LLC | 19103 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 3412 W QUEEN LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19129 | |
| Issued Oct 29, 2026 | 4919 CATHARINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationREPLACE PANEL, SWITCHES,OUTLETS,LIGHTS,CEILING FAN ONLY FOR THE 1ST UNIT | — | EUROQUALITY LLC | C | 19143 |
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