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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 4700 FORT MIFFLIN RD | Addition and/or AlterationInstall two (2) digital billboards, including all associated electrical power, branch circuit wiring, disconnects, conduit, conductors, grounding, bonding and overcurrent protection. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per approved plans. | — | MICHAEL_ ZIOMEK | C | 19153 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1410 W ROCKLAND ST |
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| Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. |
| — |
| PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC |
| 19141 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2623 MUHLFELD 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 | — | — | 19142 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 32 W POMONA 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. 80% 100K BTU furnace, 4 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | Airzonehvac inc | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2125 SAINT JAMES 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. Variegated shingles approved as seen in File Notes upload(As per PHC conditions). Replacement of slate roof. | — | — | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1201 LATONA ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS - For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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 shall be in place prior to start of work. Rem | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2443 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 4" AMES 2000SS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Charles G. Hunter III | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 5910 COTTAGE 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 new 3 ton heat pump system, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | A&P CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1837 N HANCOCK ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING (BLDG 2 - UNIT 4) WITH 2" SERVICE OFF A 4" PRIVATE SITE FEED FROM RISER LOCATED AT 166 W BERKS ST AS PER APPROVED PLANS. FOR RISER AND BACKFLOW INSTALLATION SEE BLDG 1 UNIT D1. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | TDK Enterprises Inc. / ARK Protective Services | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 840 S 56TH 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 replace outlets, switches and lights, install outlet in dinning room and bedrooms All Wires Are Fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 6707 N 6TH ST | Lot Line RelocationFor the relocation of lot lines to create four lots (Lots 1-4) from one lot (one parcel deeded 6705 and 6707 N 6th St). Sizes and location per plan. | — | VICENCIO C DANILO | C | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2247 KENNEDY 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 | — | VM HOME IMPROVEMENT LLC | 19137 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2137 SANGER 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 | — | — | 19124 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 3441 ARBOR ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 130 S 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2021 IEBC* | 1 | MAIN LINE CRAFTSMEN INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 5138 CHANCELLOR 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 | — | Stoner Renovations LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 406 S VAN PELT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFull Bathroom remodeling, adding 3 recessed lights, one switch for fan, adding GFCI outlet in bathroom according to NEC | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 352 S 4TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | LEUPOLD & ASSOCIATES CONTRACTING LLC | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1612 WIDENER PL | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19141 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 845 N HOLLY 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 | — | FINSEL CONSTRUCTION INC | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2613 CATHARINE ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2025-009077 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 2001 N MARSTON ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 3211-27 CEDAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-000259: ELECTRICAL : Electrical fitout of fitness center < than 2k sq' . -2017 NEC. **No fire alarm on this permit** | — | A&P CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1129-31 EARL ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION (RECONSTRUCTION WITH ADDITION; MORE THAN 2/3RD JOIST AND EXTERIOR WALL REPLACEMENT) OF A THREE-STORY PLUS MEZZANINE BUILDING FOR USE AS A BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL OFFICE ON THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOORS AND A THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING ABOVE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *SEPARATE DEMOLITION PERMIT REQUIRED FOR MORE THAN 2/3RD JOIST REMOVAL* BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. *2021 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR DEMOLITION, MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 3 | AARON DEFIORE | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 845 N HOLLY ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-010084 | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19104 |