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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1841 N 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo CP-2025-003696 Plumbing per plans | — | Bradley Otto | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1841 N 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo CP-2025-003696 Plumbing per plans |
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| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1607 N BOUVIER 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 Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire molds (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3114-16 PAGE 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 Replace 100 AMP panel Replace outlets and switches | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1220 N 29TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family; Child Care - Child Care Center | — | MAGDALIS MELO | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1600-36 N BROAD ST | Temporary Tents and CanopiesTemporary tenting for Temple University private event. Tenting will be on the private campus of Temple University. Install 8/10/26 Remove 8/21/26. Tents installed as per manufactures instructions and 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code. No tents proposed in the Street or sidewalks. | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2800 DIAMOND ST | New ConstructionInstall a 1600-amp electrical service system, including wiring, equipment and 46 meter packs including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 600-amp subpanel for the house panel, one (1) 600-amp subpanel for the EV chargers and one (1) 150-amp subpanel for each of the 46 dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacles outlets. Install interconnected smoke and carbon | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1708 W OXFORD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing replace curb trap, fai, main drain to house | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1219 N 31ST ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | James Martorelli | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1935 N NAPA 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. Replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork. | — | Nation Builders LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1422 DIAMOND ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI, MD & 1.5" WATER SERVICE. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2432 JEFFERSON 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 30 Switches, 55 outlets, wiring whole house, 7 GFCI, recessed light 40 | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2432 JEFFERSON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing One full bathroom and half, kitchen sink, laundry and sump pump | — | JOSEPH MORETTI | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 1902 N WOODSTOCK ST | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 8, 2026 | 3028 DIAMOND ST | New ConstructionFOR 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. | — | Sanhuai Lu | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1444 N HOLLYWOOD ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF TWO-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING WITH BASEMENT 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 | Jordan Parisse | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1428 N HOLLYWOOD ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF TWO-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING WITH BASEMENT 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 | Jordan Parisse | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1901-05 N 27TH ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | Rudjan Tafani | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1430 N HOLLYWOOD ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF TWO-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING WITH BASEMENT 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 | Jordan Parisse | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1720 N BOUVIER ST | Full Demolitioncomplete demolition to create vacant lot | — | Elmer Leiva | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2532 RIDGE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1901-05 N 27TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-092770. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. No stucco. remove two sets of steps and replace with concrete. Slab to remain. No erosion control mat. No fence. | — | pasholli construction inc | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1455 N HOLLYWOOD ST | Addition and/or Alteration INTERIOR ALTERATION OF EXISTING TWO STORY ATTACHED SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING. DETAILS PER PLAN. | — | Jordan Parisse | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1426 N HOLLYWOOD ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF TWO-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING WITH BASEMENT 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 | Jordan Parisse | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2701 W GLENWOOD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITH A PARTIAL CHANGE IN USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION AT THE 1ST FLOOR TO GROUP M RETAIL SALES OF FOOD, BEVERAGES, AND GROCERIES. EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | RICHARD D HERNANDEZ | C | 19121 |