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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2831 FRANKFORD AVE | 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. Basement/ first floor - HVAC system, ductwork, and 6 diffusers. Second and third floors - Ductless mini-split system with five indoor units. | — | Mariana Ristea | 19134 | |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 |
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| 5000 RICHMOND ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF STORAGE RACK IN BUILDING #2. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. |
| 1 |
| Jonathan Flores |
| C |
| 19137 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1322 N 51ST 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. *CONTRACTOR IS A SOLE PROPRIETOR WITH NO EMPLOYEES* | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 6033 N 10TH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPIN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. MAKE SAFE PERMIT - FOR THE REPAIR OF FRONT PORCH AND MAIN ROOF AS PER PLAN AND ENGINEER’S REPORT TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2021-011581. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6’ IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED | — | Mansa investments group | 19141 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 6141 W COLUMBIA 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 654 E RAYMOND 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 | — | — | 19120 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2921 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Install backwater valve for PWD Basement Protection Program at curb trap in sidewalk. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 99 E SEYMOUR ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR RECONSTRUCTION AT THE REAR TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2023-120149. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2023-120149. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT | — | ANM INVESTMENT INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 3230 BELGRADE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. SEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 15-21 S 11TH 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 (80) existing sprinkler heads on the 4th & 5th floors, per NFPA 13 | — | A & S SPRINKLER CO INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1355 E HEWSON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-A CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED | 1 | Metropolitan Property Services, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1200-18 S 32ND 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 | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 6517-21 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-004112 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | C | 19151 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 5410 WHITBY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior renovation only( bathroom and kitchen) of an existing single family structure, details per plan. | — | Accessibility Solutions 360 | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 216 APSLEY 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 | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1213 UNRUH AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. VENT BOX | — | Ben Manis Plumbing LLC | 19111 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2013 GREEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, NEW FINISHES/FURNISHINGS, AND NEW STAIR OPENINGS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 2 | ADCAR CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2428 N 28TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | TRENCHLESS LINE CO LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 711 GORMAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationWiring throughout install light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC 2020 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 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19116 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1441 S 5TH 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 | — | TIL-MAR DESIGN INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 218 CARPENTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationPer the Historical Commission: Conduit on side wall shall be mounted close to downspout and painted to match surrounding wall. Installation of a 2.640 kW solar system, consisting of (6) JA SOLAR: JAM54D41-440/MB, 440W, AND (6) ENPHASE: IQ8AC-72-M-US [240V] MICROINVERTERS AS PER 2020 NEC.GP-2026-006070 | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1410 FRIENDSHIP ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & 10 FT OF MD. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19111 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1034 SHACKAMAXON ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-011090 | — | AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1522 S TAYLOR ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-000458 | — | Affinity One Inc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2802 STEVENS ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19149 |