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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | — | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics DisplayAll effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | — |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 13015-27 BUSTLETON AVE |
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| 19116 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2836 PALETHORP 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 100 amp service and panel, (21) 15 ampere duplex receptacle, (11) switch replacement, (5) ground fault receptacle, (4) fluorescent fixture, (2) new receptacle and circuit, (2) ground fault receptacle, (2) 3-way switch replacement, dryer circuit 30 amp, close junction box, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 614 JOHNSTON ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of fou | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2031 S 56TH 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2007 GREEN ST | AlterationsReplacement of existing fixtures with new | — | MARC K DANIELS | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 218 SHEDAKER ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005859 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-002813 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 53 E PASTORIUS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-006192 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 3147 MILLER 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 | — | BLUE PRINT MECHANICAL LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 6401 OGONTZ AVE | 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 | — | — | 19126 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 4501 LEAGUE ISLAND BLVD | General Earth Disturbance ONLYFOR THE LEGALIZATION OF EXISTING STOCKPILE AND EXPANSION OF STOCKPILE WITHIN THE SFHA AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND BBS VARIANCE UNDER MI-2026-001588 (PA-2025-006059). | — | JOHN J DOUGHERTY & SON INC | C | 19112 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 138 W UPSAL ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A DECK TO THE REAR OF AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATIN AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN. | — | Kenny Grono | 19119 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2205 CORAL 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 | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 801 N 19TH ST | New ConstructionInstall new 3800 amp/208V/3P service from existing PECO -pad-mount transformer with (2) 1600 amp meter banks, (1) fire pump meter and (1) house meter. Install (110) apartment panels rated at 150amps/1P each, (5) house panels. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, telecommunication wiring and receptacles outlets. Install interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Furnish and install a | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 433 E GORGAS 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 | — | — | 19119 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1531 S LECOUNT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2023-006807 | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 20 JACKSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-003807 | — | WHITEMARSH ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCION INC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-002811 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1345 N HOWARD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeNew third floor rear addition to a single-family dwelling over existing structure with roof deck and roof access structure as per approved plan. NTE 38' in height | — | MED DCD GROUP LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF VAV BOXES, GRDs, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2026-003712 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 53 E PASTORIUS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-006192 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-002812 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 893 CARVER 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 | — | — | 19124 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 821 E CHELTEN AVE | New ConstructionInstall 400 amp service with grounding, (6) 125 amp electrical panels, (1) 100 amp house panel, lighting, receptacles, smoke/CO alarms, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. ***NOT APPROVED FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE ALARM*** | — | DERRICK TOWNES | C | 19138 |