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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 3049 N 24TH 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 outlets, lights and switches, install outlet in Kit. Dining room and back bedrooms All Wire Are Fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19132 | |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2646 N 17TH ST |
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| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2440 N 30TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelAll approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | CPR PLUMBING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2507 N MARSTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide light, branch circuit and installation Provide receptacle, branch circ. & installation Provide electric heater connection & branch | — | DAVIS S OWENS GROUP | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2828 W LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO AN EXISTING TENANT SPACE 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 | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2902 N TAYLOR 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2736 N 28TH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPIN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A 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. MAKE SAFE PERMIT - FOR DEMOLITION OF REAR DECK, REPAIR TO THE EXTERIOR WALL / ROOF AND CHIMNEY OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AS PER PLAN AND ENGINEER’S REPORT TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2025-106437. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6 | — | JPR Consulting & Construction LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2716 JUDSON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1717 W ALLEGHENY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2021 IMC REVIEW* | — | ELC HOLDING COMPANY | C | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2329 W HAROLD 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2336 N SMEDLEY ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3124 N 29TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2709-11 N BROAD ST | Change of UseGroup Living - Personal Care Home | — | TECHNI SYSTEMS INC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2725 W SILVER 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 switches, outlets and fixtures Replace basement light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2832 N 20TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2629 N 18TH 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 3-way switch replacements, Arc fault, 20 amps, arc fault 20-amp, dryer circuit, wire molds, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit 1st floor, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit 2nd floor, ground fault receptacles, arc faults, install doorbell, exterior fixture, exterior fixture with motion detector, flush mount LED ceiling fixtures, | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3039 N 16TH 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. Installation of 4 ton AC and 20k heat pump with 12 registers. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2507 N MARSTON 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 | — | Brian Kornegay | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 3066 N SYDENHAM 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 1542 W YORK ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-001398 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2246 N 21ST ST | New ConstructionInstall 400 amp service interior wiring for 3 units. Install a fire alarm all work per approved plans NEC2017 | — | City Lights electric llc | C | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2736 N 28TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE DEOLITION TO THE REAR PART OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2813 W HUNTINGDON ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-093621. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 2811 W. Huntingdon. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2813 W HUNTINGDON 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1542 W YORK ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001398 | — | Oris-Hvac Inc | 19132 |