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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2117 EARP ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001779 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 | |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2401 WASHINGTON AVE | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop | — |
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| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 1511 S STILLMAN ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001777 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 19, 2026 | 2229 LATONA ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-002169 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2227 DICKINSON 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. 60K BTU furnace, 2-1/2 ton AC, ductwork, and 11 diffusers | — | DRIJON GJONI | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1343 S COLORADO ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A ONE-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2128 SAINT ALBANS 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1448 S BOUVIER 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2517 KIMBALL 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* | — | VIKTORY HOMES LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1238 S 29TH ST | Family Daycare | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1444 S ETTING ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2532 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 120V dedicated GFCI/AFCI outlet for toilet and 120V GFI/AFCI for Bathroom | — | ECR ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL CO | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2607 REED ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE PILOT HOUSE AND ROOF DECK FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) 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. TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | Raffael construction llc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1924 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential 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 New wire throughout where it needed lighting and outlets added all work as per 2020 NEC code. | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1717 FEDERAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 200 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Complete electrical rough-in and finish wiring throughout existing two-story residence. Install lighting, switches, receptacles, kitchen small-appliance and dedicated appliance circuits, bathroom GFCI circuits, exhaust fans, exterior lighting/receptacles, and hardwired interconnected smoke/CO detectors. Provide HVAC branch c | — | DAVID NGUYEN | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 631 S BAMBREY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WDP, CS/ADJUSTABLE WB. Also shut off ball valve will be installed at the front of the basement on the inside. | — | Michael J Martorano | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1525 S CHADWICK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2307 LOMBARD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4 full water service from main to meter | — | A&V MECHANICAL SERVICES INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 15, 2026 | 1502 MONTROSE ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential 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 Upgrade main electrical service 100A to 200A. New cables, grounding, meter socket, 200A main breaker panel and surge protector to be installed per NEC 2020 | — | Aleksa Petrovic | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1309 S 31ST ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005181 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1907 TITAN 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. Like-for-like replacement of the existing outdoor AC condenser and indoor gas furnace for a single-family residential property. No changes to the existing ductwork layout. | — | HERITAGE MECHANICAL EXPERTS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |