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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 3401 W GIRARD AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-003054 | — | Railroad Construction Company, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2 LEVERINGTON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. |
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| 1 800 HEATERS INC |
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| 19127 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2605 REED ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-005185 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 6704 N 6TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of power wire for mini split condenser. Wire will be fished through basement. | — | ELEAZAR RUBENSTEIN-EDBERG | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 623 W GIRARD AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-002965 | — | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2102 W 65TH AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | MULCO MECHANICAL LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 3523 KENSINGTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 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. THIS APPLICATION WAS REVIEWED UNDER THE 2021 IMC | — | Bob Schueller & Sons Inc | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2402 N 54TH 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 130 N 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFO A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE (SUITE #1330) LOCATED ON THE 13TH FLOOR. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | LAKASH CONSTRUCTORS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 9924 LORRY PL | 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF AN EXISTIGS TRUCTURE. FOR RESTROOMS UPGRADE ON THE 33RD FLOOR. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 197 SABER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" water service, from the curb to the foundation wall. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 4005 BROWN ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | VERNON ANASTASIO | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1700 N 49TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF CLEAN-AGENT FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM PER APPROVED PLANS. SYSTEM TO BE INSTALLED, MAINTAINED, PERIODICALLY INSPECTED, AND TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 2001. | — | SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 8301 TORRESDALE AVE | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THE ERECTION OF A FREESTANDING COMMUNICATIONS TOWER AS PER APPROVED PLANS. NO CONSTRUCTION OF THE TOWER OR ITS FOUNDATION APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. ISSUANCE OF THIS SITE WORK PERMIT FOR EXCAVATION SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED TO ESTABLISH VESTED RIGHTS TO THE TOWER OR RELATED PERMITS ON THE PART OF ANY PARTY TO THE CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. THE OWNER FOR WHICH THIS SITE WORK PERMIT HAS BEEN ISSUED SHALL PROCEED AT THE OWNER'S RISK WITHOUT ASSURANCE THAT A PERMIT FOR THE | — | Andrew Monzo | C | 19136 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 2248 N 5TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF QUADPLEX. EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, 1" AND WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | AK SCORPION INC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 3366 VAUX ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | David R Smith | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 2516 E BIRCH ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN SEMI DETACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (UNDERPINNNING IS NOT PART OF THIS PERMIT). 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. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | JAKUP & SHQIPE DOMI | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 1946 N GRATZ ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING RESIDENTIAL BUILDING. BUILDING SUBJECT TO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY FROM GROUP R-3 (2 UNITS) TO R-2 (4 UNITS). ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. 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. ** PERMIT INCLUDES WORK TO BE LEGALIZED ** | 4 | Timothy William Lewis | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 1013 S 49TH 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. Install 36k BTU AC system with 96% 80k BTU Gas furnace. 9 supply diffusers and 4 return diffusers. This will condition second and third story. Install 24k BTU AC system with 96% 60k BTU Gas Furnace. 8 supply diffusers and 2 return diffusers. This will co | — | WILLIAM MURPHY | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 1621 REED ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Full house re-wire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 5050 PARKSIDE AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) FLAT-WALL SIGN AND ONE (1) FLAT-WALL AWNING SIGN AND THE DOCUMENTATION OF WINDOW AND DOOR SIGNAGE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | Continuum Architecture & Design, PC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 8031 MANSFIELD AVE | EZ Exterior Window and Door 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 | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 4622 DISSTON 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 Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19135 |