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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 614 JOHNSTON ST | 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 | — | — | 19148 | |
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| 6647 LINCOLN DR |
| 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 |
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| 19119 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1004 DORSET ST | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | FRANZINI ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS LLC | 19150 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1531 S LECOUNT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2023-006807 | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2219 W DAUPHIN ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CF-2025-130810 TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF EXTERIOR REAR WALLS AND FRAMING PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS NOT ADDRESSED IN APPROVED PL | — | AVERY ENTERPRISES INC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 661 N 35TH ST | Combined Lot Line Relocation and New DevelopmentFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES TO CREATE ONE (1) LOT (PARCEL C) FROM TWO (2) ZONING LOTS (PARCEL A: OPA #242163600) & (PARCEL B: OPA #242163500). SIZE AND LOCATION SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | KCA Design Associates LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install 44 duplex, 17 quad, 3 GFI's, 3 floor cores, 1 hot water heater, 20 rings and strings. 77 2x2, 9 downlights, 5 wall washers, 3 pendants, 4 sconces and 2 exits as per 2017 NEC. Fire Alarm to be on separate permit. | — | SHORELINE ELECTRIC INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 3147 MILLER ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-009351 | — | BLUE PRINT MECHANICAL LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 601 LEVERINGTON AVE | 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. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | SOLUTION BASED PLUMBING AND HEATING INC. | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1345 N HOWARD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew third floor rear addition to a single-family dwelling over existing structure with roof deck and roof access structure as per approved plan. NTE 38' in height | — | MED DCD GROUP LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 3001 RED LION RD | 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 35 existing sprinkler heads to ensure the safety of the building, per NFPA 13 | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | C | 19114 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 5128 WEBSTER 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 | — | UMBRELLA ROOFING LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 8500 ESSINGTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2025-003860 FOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING HVAC SYSTEM TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF NEW GRDs WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19153 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1355 E HEWSON ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004343 | — | JESSE JONES | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2410 W HUNTINGDON ST | Addition and/or AlterationREPLACE JOIST AND 1/4"UNDERLAYMENT AT KITCHEN FLOOR, DETAILS PER PLAN. SEE RP-2026-002771 FOR OTHER WORK DETAILS. | — | SURRATT PAINTING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-002813 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2031 S 56TH ST | EZ Wall 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 Aug 27, 2026 | 3943 MOUNT VERNON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AND A TWO (2) INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE CP-2026-002147 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 829 E RITTENHOUSE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 5625 WINDSOR 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 100 amp service and panel, 120 ft electric race ways, (5) switch replacement, (4) 15 amperes duplex receptacle, (2) 3-way switch replacement, relocate electrical devices, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit, ground fault receptacle, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1366 E HAINES ST | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF THREE (3) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION FOR THE USE OF R2 OCCUPANCY (3 DWELLING UNITS). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. | 3 | Homecourt construction llc | C | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 218 SHEDAKER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005859 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1113 E HORTTER 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 Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19150 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 4529 BALTIMORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONSTO INCLUDE A CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY. FOR A BUSINESS OCCUPANCY . ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | FLOW TEMP 368 GEN CONTRACTING | C | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 817 SELMA ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Panos Master Plumbing LLC | 19116 |