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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1437 W PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire alarm devices on the fourth-floor apartment and connect the new devices to the existing fire alarm system. Provide all associated wiring, connections and modules. All work shall be performed in accordance with 2019 NFPA 72, the 2020 NEC and the approved plans. | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 |
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| 2525 SWAIN ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationInterior and exterior alterations to the existing 2-story attached single family dwelling per attached plans. |
| — |
| HiveMind, LLC |
| 19130 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 175 W THOMPSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING GARAGE ACCESSORY TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | Nuview Construction LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2016 E HUNTINGDON ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 5204 EUCLID ST | Addition and/or Alteration-Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. REWIRE HOUSE THROUGHOUT. INSTALL LIGHTING, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES OUTLETS. INSTALL 120 VOLTS INTERCONNECTED SMOKE/CO ALARMS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC AND PER EXECUTED CONTRACT. | — | Kenyatta Steward | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1144 S 8TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A WALKOUT ROOF DECK ON THE THIRD FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | Stone House LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 6217 HAZEL AVE | 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 | — | W & W CONTRACTORS INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1234 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationDemo Elevator Equipment - Install New Shunt Trip Disconnects - Wiring from Panels to Elevator Equipment - Wire 23 Lighting Fixtures - Install Conduit and Wire for Card Readers and Camera's . PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2020 NEC. ** NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** | — | SEVILLE THERESA D & ROBERT | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2757 N 13TH ST | New Construction**2018 IBC REVIEW** FOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED 3-STORY STRUCTURE WITH ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR ACCESS TO AN OCCUPIABLE ROOF DECK. STRUCTURE FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING FOUR (4) DWELLING UNITS. THE BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMIITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **EXCAVATION PERMIT REQUIRED** **PROJECT INCLUD | 4 | Lynx Management Solutions LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 3230 BELGRADE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 1,000-amp service, fire alarm, and all interior wiring. All work per approved plans | — | SHAWN MALLOY | C | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 514 BRINTON ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-005260 | — | HARRY BECK | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2810 N MARVINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace electrical devices throughout, Install AFCI protection for existing circuits. label panel box, test all circuits for safety. Fishing wire. | — | Newman Lewis | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 823 RENNARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19116 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 312 GERRITT ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Residential electrical service upgrade: Increase existing 100-amp electrical service to a new 200-amp electrical service. Replace/install 200-amp service equipment, meter equipment, main electrical panel, service conductors, grounding and bonding as required. | — | Angel Luis Rivera | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 5374 HAZELHURST 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. New heat pump system, ductwork, and 10 registers | — | ANDRIUS RATKEVICIUS INC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 4204 W THOMPSON ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-007616 | — | Rudjan Tafani | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1132 CREASE 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 Install a new 100 AMP Service PER CODE 2020 Service cable Meter socket Disconnect Conduit Panel/ 30 circuit Breakers Grounding Surge protector | — | Kearns Electric Inc | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1650 RIDGE AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS AND FIT-OUT TO MIXED USE BUILDING. SCOPE LIMITED TO COMMERCIAL SPACE ONLY. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | MEB PLUMBING LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1459 N HOLLYWOOD ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2454 N 29TH ST | Alterationsreplacing ct and fai - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 1026 W CLIVEDEN ST | Addition and/or Alteration#2 aluminum XLPE buried wire will be ran from the house to the garage. supply and install a 240 volt 100 amp 30 circuit sub-distribution panel with existing branch circuits. install 240 volt 100 amp sub-distribution cables feeding the above mentioned panel. | — | PAUL TERRA III | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 5330 KINGSESSING 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2818 S 16TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 2710 W GIRARD AVE | Change of UsePersonal Services | — | — | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 235-63 E LEHIGH AVE | Change of UsePublic, Civic, and Institutional - Safety Services | — | SEILER & DRURY PC | C | 19125 |