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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 328-30 W QUEEN LN | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 49 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR PIPIJNG SERVING FIXTURES IN COMMMERCIAL SPACES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BASE VENTING CODE. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 |
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| 5129 NEWHALL ST |
| Addition and/or Alteration- Residential 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 INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT Replace all outlets and switches (83) |
| — |
| Curtis Sanders |
| 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 267 E QUEEN LN | EZ Deck (Exist. One-Family Dwellings)EZ PERMIT DECKS - For New Decks to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 538 E BRINGHURST ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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 the existing with the same type, Gas Furnace 80% AFUE, 70,000 BTU, NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | DIMITAR STOYKOV | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 4955 SHELDON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | BDRG CONTRACTORS | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 5416-26 LENA ST | New ConstructionInstall a 1200-amp electrical service, including wiring and devices as required with 20 meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 225-amp subpanel for the house panel and one (1) 125-amp subpanel for each of the 19 dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacles outlets. Install interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Furnish and in | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 4429 GREENE ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100AMPS TO 200 AMPS as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. Installation of the wiring throughout dwelling including lights,outlets and smoke detectors in accordance with the 2020 NEC | — | REDLINE ELECTRIC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 736 E CHELTEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall low-frequency sounders in the living rooms and bedrooms of each dwelling unit within a three-unit apartment building. All work shall be performed in accordance with 2019 NFPA 72, the 2020 NEC and per approved plans. | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 19, 2026 | 321 E ARMAT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BURNSIES PLUMBING LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 17, 2026 | 6114-16 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ). 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 | J & C SERVICES LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 17, 2026 | 438 W QUEEN LN | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) FOR RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING THREE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP WORK** | 3 | A&P CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 6237-45 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS EATING AND DRINKING ESTABLISHMENTS-PREPARED FOOD SHOP AND RETAIL SALES-CONSUMER GOODS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ****************************************** | 1 | BABYLON RESOURCE MANAGEMENT LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5021 PORTICO ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5021 PORTICO ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 325 CHURCH LN | 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 15, 2026 | 5524 MORRIS ST | Addition and/or Alterationrenovation of existing single family semi-detached structure as per plans, rebuilding of existing rear shed floor and back wall. see plans for details. | — | BW Construction Phila LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 241 W ABBOTTSFORD AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE CURB STOP VALVE TO METER. | — | VIKTOR VABISHCHEVICH | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 423 E ASHMEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 14, 2026 | 60-74 COLLOM 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 | — | — | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 328-30 W QUEEN LN | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of on site sanitary curb trap, fresh air inlet, and main drain to new building. Installation stormwater infrastructure along with lot drainage from city infrastructure to final fixture locations. All work to be performed in strict compliance with 2021 Philadelphia Plumbing Code and approved plans. SANITARY AND DOMESTIC PIPING WILL BE INSTALLED IN COMPLIANCE WITH SEPERATION REQUIREDMENTS STATED IN SECTION 603.2 | — | TANDEM ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 423 E ASHMEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 423 E ASHMEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 423 E ASHMEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A SEMI-DETACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 423 E ASHMEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 423 E ASHMEAD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY STRUCTURE, FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING; SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |