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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2301 E THOMPSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR PARTIAL MAIN DRAIN. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19125 | |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2009 E DAUPHIN ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-005600 | — |
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| EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC |
| 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2550 A ST | Full DemolitionFor the complete demolition of an existing attached structure. | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2009 E DAUPHIN ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-005600 | — | Blerton Islamaj | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 327 E WILDEY 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 | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1105 E HEWSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1912 E ALBERT 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 | — | A. Bishter Builders, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2350 E HAZZARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2009 E DAUPHIN ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 1" COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 1589 E HEWSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations to the existing 2 story single family dwelling to include new rear 2 story addition, details per plan. | — | KTM Investments LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 603 E GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFrom existing PECO service: supply and install basement lighting controls, provide circuits for mini-split HVAC unit, furnish and install garage area branch circuits, furnish and install receptacles throughout remodeled space per submitted sealed plan. All work per 2020 NEC. | — | David Beegle | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 145 E ALLEN ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN THE EXCAVATION PERMIT AND GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING AND SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. UNDERPINNING IS PART OF THIS PERMIT SPECIAL INSPECTION CONTINUANCE FOR UDERPINNING. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED, BOTH TO BE | 1 | NICOLE APA | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 1828 FRANKFORD AVE | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 603 E GIRARD 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. | — | EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY SERVICES INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 2463 JASPER ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS A TWO-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT. (UNDERPINNING NOT A PART OF THIS PERMIT). SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (NFPA 13D) WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C/O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 2 | JAMES BRAND | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 237 E GIRARD AVE | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION ONLY PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR BUILDING, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK. | — | Campos Enterprises LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 2132 E HUNTINGDON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the demolition and reconstruction of the first-floor rear. For interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | Mr Contractor inc | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 2550 A ST | AlterationsLateral Seal ONLY. | — | TRIPLE M CONTRACTING | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 2567 E THOMPSON ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For 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. Remove and replace the main 3rd story low slope/rubber roof on home. Excludes all other roofs. | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2530 E DAUPHIN 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 | — | I LOVE PHIILY CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 121 E ALLEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED BUILDING TO INCLUDE ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | A2 Design Group LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1930 E LEHIGH AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DENNIS MCCAUSLAND | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2644 AGATE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THREE STORY BUILDING TO INCLUDE 1-INCH COMBINED WATER SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 2642 CEDAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationFishing wire behind walls for dedicated outlets. | — | GARBARINO ANTHONY | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 123 E ALLEN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED BUILDING TO INCLUDE ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | A2 Design Group LLC | 19125 |