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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5917 CHARLES ST | Addition and/or AlterationPanel upgrade. New 100 amp 30 circuit panel | — | HENDERSON M SEALY | 19135 | |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 7034 TULIP ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — |
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| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4510 HIGBEE 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 | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4622 DISSTON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ATIS PLUMBING AND HVAC INC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4622 DISSTON 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install (2) split systems, ductwork, and 20 diffusers. One system for each dwelling. Install (5) bathroom exhaust fans, (2) dryer vents, a | — | ATIS PLUMBING AND HVAC INC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 7232 ALGARD 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 | — | Lapstone LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 6531 MARSDEN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace house trap and fresh air inlet. | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 4622 DISSTON 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 Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 12, 2026 | 6401 TORRESDALE AVE | Change of UseVehicle Equipment and Supplies Sales and Rentals | — | — | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 4510 HIGBEE ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF ROOFTOP MOUNTED 6.02 KW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PV SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND PER PLANS. | — | SunnyMac LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 4510 HIGBEE ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF STRUCTURAL/FASTENING COMPONENTS OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR PHOTO VOLTAIC SYSTEM. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK. | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 7216 GLENLOCH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE STRUCTURAL REPAIR TO EXTERIOR WALL TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-117094. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON THE REFERENCED CASE FILE(S). **NO EXCAVATION GREATER THAN 60 INCHES WITH THIS PERMIT ** | — | Mark Grimaldi | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 6410-42 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE.FOR RTU'S REPLACEMENT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. **IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK.** | — | EEC Aquisition LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 5910 COTTAGE 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. Install new 3 ton heat pump system, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | A&P CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 5709 COTTAGE ST | Major DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF FOUR (4) SEPARATE EXISTING STRUCTURES BY MECHANICAL METHODS. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN & SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. COMPLETE SIDEWALK CLOSURE REQUIRED AS REFLECTED ON APPROVED SITE PLAN AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3303 OF THE IBC 2021. SEPARATE STREET CLOSURE PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO START OF WORK. ANY DEVIATION WILL REQ | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 7210 ALGARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 6343 JACKSON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 7208 STATE RD | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop | — | — | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 4409 UNRUH AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing replace main drain | — | KEITH P SCOTT | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 4133 ELBRIDGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationLEGALIZATION OF THE REMOVAL OF THE EXISTING GARAGE DOOR AND INSTALLATION OF A NEW 72" X 80" PIVOT ENTRY DOOR WITH NEW INFILL WALLS WITHIN THE EXISTING OPENING. NO CHANGE TO THE BUILDING FOOTPRINT, BUILDING HEIGHT, OR USE. NO HABITABLE ROOMS IN TE BASEMENT. | — | E K MULTISERVICE LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 6343 JACKSON 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 | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 7156 TORRESDALE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-003354 | — | A&A contractors pride INC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 7156 TORRESDALE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY, THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION, AND LEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2018 IBC* | 5 | Hormigon LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 5039 HOMESTEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition to the rear of an existing semi detached structure. Size and location as shown in plans. | — | properties creations inc | 19135 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 5039 HOMESTEAD ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | properties creations inc | 19135 |