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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 846 N 22ND ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-007136 | — | AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING | 19130 | |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1 CITIZENS BANK WAY | Addition and/or AlterationHook up a 175 kW portable generator as per the 2020 NEC on September 8, 2026 for a broadcast truck and provide a standby electrician. |
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| MICHAEL GITLIN |
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| 19148 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 4170 LEIDY AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLTION OF AN ATTACHED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-092626. SIZE/LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | Shay Argaman | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 814 S SHERIDAN 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. | — | — | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5251 LEBANON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Eric Slifkin | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1118 N 39TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-003984 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 337 E UPSAL 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 | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5508 CHESTER AVE | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site 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 fou | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2643 JANNEY ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND ROOF-DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE 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 | 8501 PEMBROOK RD | Full Demolitioncomplete demolition to create vacant lot. | — | OMEGA CORPORATION | C | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2051 N 8TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace outlets, switches and fixtures--fishing | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 146 W WALNUT LN | 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1101-11 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate 20 Sprinkler Heads | — | INDEPENDENCE FIRE SPRINKLER COMPANY | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 7506R CHELWYNDE AVE | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED FOUR-STORY BUILDING FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING (SEVEN DWELLING UNITS). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH NFPA 13. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 7 | SVYATOSLAV SACHKO | C | 19153 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5211 BALTIMORE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ROSCOE COOK | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 344 N ROBINSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | DEVRON JOHNSON (REDZ CONSTRUCTION) | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 4359 WAYNE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS/ FIT OUT OF OFFICE. 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 | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 225 N 64TH ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap, fai, main drain to house - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5326 HAVERFORD AVE | 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 102-06 W BERKS ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. | — | WCD CONSTRUCTION | C | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g indoor pyro and flame. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5091 UMBRIA ST | Change of UsePersonal Vehicle Sales and Rentals. | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | C | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2713 PRATT ST | AlterationsReplace Curb Trap FAI and section of MHD in building basement. - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | LAWRENCE PLBG HTG & HOME IMPROVMTS | 19137 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3680 SUSSEX LN | 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. NO DIFUSSERS OR DUCTWORK IS BEING INSTALLED REPLACE IN LIKE IN KIND 70k BTU Deluxe 80% Gas Furnace System | — | H & H HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING INC | 19114 |