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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1251 N DOVER ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLING (5) 20 AMP CIRCUITS & OUTLETS FOR KITCHEN APPLIANCES. INSTALLING A 30 AMP DRYER CIRCUIT. INSTALLING 3 WAY SWITCHES AND REPLACING DEFECTIVE SWITCHES. INSTALLING GFCI OUTLETS WHERE REQUIRED. (ALL FISHED & SURFACE MOUNT WIRING) All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and the executed contract. | — | lec-tron | 19121 | |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1230 N ALLISON ST |
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| Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing |
| — |
| THOMAS UHL |
| 19131 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3142 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 | 821 E CHELTEN AVE | ExcavationFOR AN EXCAVATION WORK FOR A NEW CONSTRUCTION. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021** | — | SD GENERAL CONTRACTOR | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3200-22 ARCH ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | INTERPLAN LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2028 N BAMBREY ST | Alterationsrepair water service 3/4 in sidewalk - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1821 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionPower to Temp Trailer Bathrooms-2017 NEC. | — | ARMOUR & SONS ELECTRIC INC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 445 PARKER AVE | Alterationsreplace main drain and curb trap, install new FAI - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19128 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 706 CARPENTER LN | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF AN EXISTING REAR YARD DECK TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | JPB PM LLC | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2738 W CHELTENHAM 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 | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 3323 EMERALD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1233 S 23RD 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2026 S CECIL ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-009473 | — | HHH Construction Company | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1507 CARDEZA ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS 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 PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK" | — | — | 19150 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2639 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 | 2056 BELLMORE 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 7373 RUGBY ST | Addition and/or AlterationPHDC Trade Work Order #224625 Replacing 100 AMP service, new 30 space panel, GFCI, smoke detectors, co detector, surge protector & fused box over basement stairs. (FISHING METHOD) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 420 W ALLENS LN | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-007081 | — | Integrated Electrical Contracting, Inc. | 19119 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 12 S YEWDALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT IN KIND OF THE FRONT PORCH ROOF TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | Zain Developers LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2500 SPRING GARDEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF FOUNDATION FOR STATUE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2021 IBC REVIEW* | 1 | Heritage Conservation Collective LLC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 1637 CECIL B MOORE AVE | Rough-InRough-In Permit for EP-2026-008368 REWIRE BUILDING AS PER PLANS (NOT INCL FIRE ALARM) | — | WILLIAM SOMMERVILLE | C | 19121 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2846 BOUDINOT ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2023-072251. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 2844, 2848 Boudinot. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | Raymond Smith | 19134 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 2119 WATKINS 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 | 612 DIAMOND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | ALFA ENGINEERING INC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 832 N ORKNEY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Honest Plumbing & Heating LLC | 19123 |