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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION. *IMC 2021 | — | LONGS HEATING & COOLING INC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 20, 2026 | 2800 FOX ST |
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| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | 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 8 existing sprinkler heads to accommodate new ceiling layouts. | — | Willetts Sprinkler Design, Inc. | C | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2682 DEACON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH FRONT PORCH, CELLAR AND ROOF DECK ACCESSED BY A ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *****************SEPARATE PERMIT FOR ANY ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING OR FIRE-SUPPRESSION WORK. ************************** | 1 | CATALYST BUILDERS LLC | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2682 DEACON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-008588 | 1 | CATALYST BUILDERS LLC | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 3527 NEW QUEEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 amp TO 200 amp as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard 200 amp Service upgrade. Removing 100 amp service and installing upgraded 200 amp service. Knob and tube rewire of existing devices. All wiring to be done through fishing methods only. Add exterior front receptacle. Add 4 recessed lights in hallway. | — | CHARLES WRIGHT | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 3366 VAUX ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | David R Smith | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 3440 W PENN ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementEZ PERMIT STANDARDS WINDOWS & DOORS For Replacement of Exterior Windows & Doors without submitting plans by meeting the Conditions and Design Limitations below. Any deviations from this permit standard will result in permit revocation. Aluminum Clad Wood Casement windows installed into existing openings. Current windows are vinyl and in violation (CF-2026-017757). This is to comply with said violation as per PHC Approval | — | — | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 3724 STANTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE-STORY REAR ADDITION ABOVE THE EXISTING FIRST FLOOR REAR AS PART OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK* | — | — | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 3608 HAYWOOD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 3685 STANTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplacement of existing 100 amps panel only Full house rewire | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 3359 TILDEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 3300 HENRY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO THE 5TH FLOOR OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INSTITUTION IN AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ****************************************** | 1 | AXIS CONSTRUCTION MNGMNT LLC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 4301-15 WISSAHICKON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-001686 | — | EDWARD J. MELONEY INC. | C | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 3724 STANTON ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE STORY REAR ADDITION ABOVE THE EXISTING FIRST FLOOR REAR AS PART OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | — | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 22, 2026 | 3414 INDIAN QUEEN LN | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | C | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 20, 2026 | 3516 VAUX ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemediation of knob & tube wiring as per 2020 NEC; Fishing wires | — | JOHN DONALD MILLER III | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 3212 N 34TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 3810 THE OAK RD | Lot Line RelocationFOR A LOT ADJUSTMENT TO CREATE THREE (3) DEEDED LOTS (PREMISES A, B, C) FROM THREE (3) EXISTING DEEDED LOTS WITH TWO OPA ACCOUNT NUMBERS (3810 THE OAK RD & 3815 STOKLEY ST (PREMISES A & B)). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | RUGGIERO PLANTE LAND DESIGN LLC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3609 WEIGHTMAN 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 | — | — | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2800 FOX ST | Addition and/or AlterationThe systems installation will take place as follows: Decommissioning: Unless noted on the drawing that equipment is to remain in place, Johnson Controls will decommission the existing Intrusion head end equipment and their associated devices, along with removing the cable associated with the equipment. If NVR is being replaced, as noted in the estimate, the older NVR unit is to be shipped to ERI for storage, see shipping form for instructions. Installation: 1. Intrusion Installation of the intru | — | JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3685 STANTON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 15, 2026 | 3540 CALUMET ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing existing 3/4" water service | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19129 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 3253 N ETTING ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap, fai; main drain to house main drain basement 3/4" water curb to house 1 area drain | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19129 |