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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1315 N MYRTLEWOOD ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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 ductwork, 60,000 btu gas furance, 1.5 ton condencer, 6 registers | — | ANTOINE MOULTAIR | 19121 | |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5577 OGONTZ AVE |
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| Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing |
| — |
| LAWRENCE PLBG HTG & HOME IMPROVMTS |
| 19141 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 601-47 CARPENTER LN | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 200 Amp Service to Temporary Classroom Trailer w/ req'd surge protection .Wire Trailer , is to have tamper resistant receptacles-2020 NEC. | — | ARMOUR & SONS ELECTRIC INC | C | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5728 N BEECHWOOD ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 7004 WISSAHICKON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplace light fixtures, GFCI receptacles in kitchen. Install dimmer switches. No building permit Replacement only!! All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | NEW CITY ELECTRIC LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2645 JANNEY ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH CELLAR FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH NFPA 13D. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 1 | URBAN RENEWAL BUILDERS LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3211-27 CEDAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-000259: ELECTRICAL : Electrical fitout of fitness center < than 2k sq' . -2017 NEC. **No fire alarm on this permit** | — | Hasa Electric llc | C | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 6643 N 8TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationREWIRE KITCHEN AND BATHROOM NEXT TO KITCHEN | — | WILLIAM SOMMERVILLE | 19126 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 4032 N FAIRHILL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BOSS PLUMBING AND HEATING, LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5639 ANGORA TER | New Construction or AdditionsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing 2 full baths Laundry hook up Water heater | — | JAMES CIERVO | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 200 WOLF ST | Addition and/or AlterationLow voltage CCTV wire system* -Installation of interior telecommunication wiring -(1) 30 amp twist lock for CCTV system. -Installing OM3 6 strand fiber. -Running armored Cat6 above ceiling tiles using J hooks. Materials: Armored cat6 1000ft OM3 6 -strand fiber 30 amp twist lock outlet 10/3 MC wire Double pole 30 amp Breaker. | — | RF Design & Integration Inc. | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1411 N FRAZIER ST | Change of UsePublic, Civic, and Institutional - Educational Facilities | — | TMH ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 4541 LARCHWOOD AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A WALKOUT REAR DECK ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | JULIA L SCOTT | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5837 HOPE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing REPLACE REAR MAIN DRAIN AND COMBO AREA DRAIN | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19120 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 806 W WELLENS 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 | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3008 N 2ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationPHDC Trade Work Order #224129 Replacing 100 AMP service, new 30 space panel, GFCI, smoke detector & co detector. (FISHING METHOD) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3013 FRANKFORD AVE | AlterationsINSTALL 1" WATER SERVICE WITH CURB STOP FROM THE CURB INTO BUILDING. INSTALL NEW 1" WATER METER IN BASEMENT. - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JOHN J DEVINE | C | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2200-02 MARKET ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGNS. **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ANY ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | — | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2002 S 16TH 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 | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationNew lighting, lighting controls, receptacles, HVAC wiring, fire alarm, outlet boxes and raceways for communication. All wiring to be connected to existing panels. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | GOLDSMITH ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3152 N CARLISLE ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew construction of two-story single-family dwelling as per approved plan. Building NTE 38' in height as part of the Affordable program. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 226 RITNER ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL WIRING, LIGHTING, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES OUTLETS. INSTALL SMOKE/CO ALARMS WITH BATTERY BACKUP ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC. ***************** FISHING WIRES *********************** | — | GARBARINO ANTHONY | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 6201-15 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR STRUCTURAL REINFORCEMENT TO PREVENT DEFLECTIONS FROM AN EXISTING ATTACHMENT (CANOPY COLUMNS ). WORK TO BE PERFORMED PER APPROVED PLANS. **ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2018** EXTERIOR WORK ONLY** | 1 | DONCOR INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1012 W COLONA ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009469 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19133 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1729 S 17TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, NEW FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND THE REPLACEMENT OF WINDOWS AND DOORS. 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. | — | SR HOME REMODELING LLC | 19145 |