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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 527 S 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | Innovative Comfort Solutions LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 2628 SOUTH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 (COMMERCIAL AREA) & 13R (RESIDENTIAL AREA) THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. |
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| ELITE FIRE PROTECTION CORP |
| C |
| 19146 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 143 FITZWATER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | ZOOM DRAIN PHILADELPHIA LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 432 W NORRIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-000659 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 399 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE COMMUNICATING STAIR, PARTITION, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2018 IEBC* | 1 | OCF Construction LLC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 6168 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND REPLACEMENT OF FIRE DAMAGED FLOOR, WALLS AND CEILING TO INCLUDE NEW FLOORING, FRAMING, INSULATION, AND DRYWALL WALL. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ***********************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ******************************* | 1 | ZACHARY TORRES | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 7440 SOMMERS RD | 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 Basement/first floor, arc fault, 20 amp circuit for water heater 30 amp combo arc-fault / GFCI breaker dryer circuit 30 amp ground fault receptacle install smoke detector, 10 year battery install smoke/carbon monoxide detector, 10 year battery mis (100 amp disconnect + meter combo) permit redistribute overloaded circuit (basement) relocate electric | — | HOLDER INC | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 7100 GERMANTOWN AVE | SignFOR REMOVAL TWO (2) EXISTING FLAT WALL SIGNS AND ERECTION OF TWO (2) NON-ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGNS ON EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | — | C | 19119 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 1606 S MARSTON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Michael Jen | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 301 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A VENT-FREE GAS FIREPLACE TO EXISTING GAS LINE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ***2021 IFGC/ 2021 IMC*** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | COLLEEN HARTER | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 332 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | J CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 434 W MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing SEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19119 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 504-06 CARPENTER ST | New ConstructionEZ 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. (2) New HVAC systems, ductwork, and 20 diffusers. System 1 wil have a 30K BTU air handler and 2.5 ton heat pump. System 2 will have a 42K BTU air handler and 3.5 ton heat pump. | — | AC COMFORT HVAC LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 1916 WOLF ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM*** TO **** as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 3132 TILTON 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 Rehab / new wiring through out | — | Armand Parllaku | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 3000 WALNUT ST | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 4417 N CLEVELAND ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 3864 PENNSGROVE ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-003978 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 2021 N 19TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-096795. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: Replace front sidewalk. No stucco. 4' corral fence across front from 2017 to 2029 N. 19th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 1111 W COLONA ST | Addition and/or AlterationRepair 1st floor joists, details per plan. separate permit required for all other work including interior renovations. | — | ONE SMART PROJECT LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 5700-30 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. 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. | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 1255 S 21ST ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 6603 LINCOLN DR | 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 | — | Bujar Kokona | 19119 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 5023 LUDLOW 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 25, 2026 | 3701 BARING ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire alarm devices, horn/strobe, and carbon/smoke detectors connecting to existing facp to address violation CF-2026-015487 as per APPROVED DRAWINGS-2016 Nfpa,2017 NEC . | — | D&R COMPANY ELECTRIC | C | 19104 |