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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 926 W HUNTINGDON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-007019 | 2 | R&D Realty LLC | 19133 | |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 2443 N 11TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-001501 | — |
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| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 433 W YORK ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION 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. B | 2 | ZITO COLOGERO | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 2635 N 12TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 435 W YORK ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION 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. B | 2 | ZITO COLOGERO | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1241 W SOMERSET ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 3022 N 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. INSTALL 100 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND MAIN CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL WITH PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING. INSTALL WIRING, RECEPACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES, WHERE REQUIRED THROUGHOUT HOUSE. INSTALL SMOKE/CO ALARMS WITH 10 YRS BATTERY BACKUP. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC AND THE | — | HOLDER INC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 2231 N HOWARD 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 old 80% gas furnace with like in kind, NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 2401 N 2ND ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES NOT CONNECTED VIA DUCTWORK; INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | PINHAS MALKA | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 18, 2026 | 2926 HOPE ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION# 697016 FOR REPLACEMENT TO FRONT EXTERIOR WALL PER APPROVED PLANS, ENGINEER'S REPORT 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. | — | ALEXANDER FERRER | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 17, 2026 | 2859 N 2ND 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 | — | — | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2534 MASCHER 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 and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | Engel Air Conditioning Corp | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2457 N FAIRHILL ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2739 N 13TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK, AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR USE AS THREE (3) DWELLING UNITS (GROUP R-2). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13R. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. | 3 | Lynx Management Solutions LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 926 W HUNTINGDON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF THREE (3) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. | 2 | Lynx Management Solutions LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2936 N 12TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, building drain, curb trap and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1208 W CAMBRIA ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 2" FIRE SERVICE LINE AND 2." DC WILKINS 950 XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA | — | Willis Fire Protection | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1208 W CAMBRIA ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, building drain, cub trap and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 3024-28 N 6TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide complete electrical installation for the renovation of an existing commercial building consisting of a first-floor motor vehicle repair garage and second-floor office space. Work includes a new 200A, 208Y/120V, 3-phase electrical service, panelboard, lighting, receptacles, dedicated equipment circuits, grounding and bonding, emergency lighting, exit signs, and all associated wiring, conduit, and devices. Install fire alarm system. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC, 201 | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1205 W CAMBRIA ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 100 amp panel, replace outlet, lights and switches. Install outlet in dinning room and back bedrooms. (All Wires Are Fished) All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | Vincent Williams | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1216 W CAMBRIA ST | New Construction or AdditionsFor 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 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1218 W CAMBRIA ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, building drain, cub trap and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 2938 N 12TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" domestic water line, building drain, curb trap and FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 1117 W SILVER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | 215 Builds LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 3115 N 7TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19133 |