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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 4038 N MARSHALL 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 | — | — | 19140 | |
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| 4558 N SMEDLEY 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, switches and lights, install outlet in kit. dining room and back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished |
| — |
| Vincent Williams |
| 19140 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 3947 ALFRED ST | Addition and/or AlterationRebuild rear 2nd floor portion, work includes replacing rear 2nd floor joists and roof and walls. no other work included, details per plan. existing single family dwelling. | — | ANDREW J ROBINSON | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 4424 N MARSHALL 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 Basement/first floor, arc fault, 20 amp -combo arc fault/GFCI breaker -ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - second floor -install 3-way switches, plus wiring -install exterior fixture -install flush mount led ceiling fixture (basement) -install smoke detector, 10 year battery -install smoke/carbon monoxide detector, 10 year bettery -misc | — | HOLDER INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 945 W RUSSELL ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap to include fresh air inlet and partial house drain curb to house | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3422 N ORIANNA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3414 GOODMAN ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3722 N 6TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1309 W TIOGA ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION) AT 1ST & 2ND FLOOR TO SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT AND LEVEL II ALTERATIONS THROUGHOUT TO INCLUDE STRUCTURAL WORK, NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP WORK. *2021 IEBC* | 3 | Oral S Johnson | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3311 N ORKNEY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Eric Slifkin | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4530 N GRATZ 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 switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace electric/ wall ceiling heater Replace exterior fixture with motion detector Replace basement lights | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4335 N LAWRENCE 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 switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures Replace bathroom fixture | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4044 N DARIEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3342 N HANCOCK 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 | — | mark g ebner | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2103 W ERIE AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | LIBIO MATOS USA REMODELING CONSTRUCTION | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 4207 N DARIEN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 3336 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. FOR USE AS SIX (6) DWELLING UNITS. STRUCTURE TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R MINIMUM. **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK.** **2018 IBC***NO EXCAVATION GREATER THAN 5FT.* | 6 | Loan Construction LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 147 W TIOGA ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A THIRD-STORY ADDITION ABOVE AN EXISTING TWO-STORY STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | CORNERSTONE CONSULTING | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 4322-42 N 5TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 100 amp MLO panel from existing panel, lighting receptacles, emergency lighting, switches, and power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm devices as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 3230 N 15TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo CP-2025-003791 | — | BURNSIES PLUMBING LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2005 NEWCOMB 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 boiler only, in like and kind, no new piping/ ductwork | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1309 W TIOGA ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family; Eating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | DOTS DESIGN UP LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 3901 N 5TH 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 4558 N SMEDLEY 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 boiler only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 3890 N 10TH ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | C | 19140 |