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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate (139) sprinklers to accommodate change in layout | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 5766 COLGATE ST |
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| Heriberto Bahamonde |
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| 19120 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 236 QUARRY ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap & fai - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19106 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1735 CHRISTIAN ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2024-009992- FOR THE REPAIR OF THE EXTERIOR REAR WALL AND FOUNDATION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AS PER ENGINEER'S REPORT AND PLAN. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6' IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOSURE. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2024-009992. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINE | — | jonathan anyumba | 19146 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 4623 HAZEL AVE | Alterationsreplace water line - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Christopher kyle Scott peters | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1546 N ALDEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | RPM Properties LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1316 S CLARION 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* | — | JULIO RODAS | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1615 W WYOMING AVE | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-007683 | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 107 S PEACH ST | AlterationsReplace curb trap & fai | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 2100 S BROAD ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO RESTAURANT. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | C | 19145 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1516 W NEDRO AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplace stairs to basement per plans. no other work included, details per plan, for renovation work, refer RP-2026-007917. | — | VIKTORY HOMES LLC | 19141 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 5340 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO THE EXISTING 1ST FLOOR COMMERCIAL RETAIL TENANT SPACE WITHOUT A CHANGE IN USE & OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | Royal t expediting & plumbing LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 6401 CHURCH RD | 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. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 826 KIMBALL ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap, main drain, fai - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 247 S WARNOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall branch circuits to supply power to the electrical devices serving two (2) bedrooms and one (1) bathroom, including required receptacle outlets, lighting, switches, and associated electrical equipment. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2020 NEC and the executed contract. | — | NEW CITY ELECTRIC LLC | 19107 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 301 S 48TH ST | ExcavationFOR THE EXCAVATION OF AN EXISTING PARCEL IN PREPARATION OF A NEW CONSTRUCTION. **WORK TO BE COMPLETED PER APPROVED PLAN. ** IF FIELD CONDITION VARY, PLEASE CONTACT THE DESIGN PROFESSIONAL BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH WORK. ** | — | Philly Class A Demolition Inc. | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 2520 S WATTS ST | AlterationsInstall 5" curb trap, 4" vent, 4" house drain - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 2962 N 22ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN USE OR OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION WITHIN THE 1ST FLOOR COMMERCIAL TENANT SPACE. EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IEBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | W C BUCHANAN | C | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1317 DICKINSON ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | AK SCORPION INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 5226 RACE ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire complete 2 story - 100 amp,30 space panel. Fishing only Service has not increased. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 3844 PALMETTO ST | Addition and/or AlterationRough wire whole house as per NEC code. Rewire whole entire house install new wiring throughout install, new switches, receptacles, light fixtures, carbon monoxide, smoke detectors, arc fault, circuit breakers, GFCI receptacles. Rewire existing appliances, complete final electrical work. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | EDWARD V CUDEYRO | 19124 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 522 BRINTON ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitFOR THE STRUCTURAL REPAIR TO EXTERIOR WALL & STRUCTURAL FRAMING TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-066710. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON THE REFERENCED CASE FILE(S). ** SPECIAL INSPECTIONS REQUIRED ** | 3 | ERIC WATSON JR | C | 19144 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 1627 S 8TH 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. 100K BTU furnace, 5 ton AC, ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | ALEXANDER FERRER | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 711 N UBER 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 | — | — | 19130 |
| Issued Sep 4, 2026 | 6809 MCCALLUM 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 | — | — | 19119 |