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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2034 N 56TH ST | EZ Masonry Facade 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 | — | — | 19131 | |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 |
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| 5830 NEWTOWN AVE |
| Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Replace storm and sanitary curb traps and fai. |
| — |
| BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC |
| 19120 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 4229 OTTER ST | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE (3) STORY BUILDING WITH A BASEMENT, ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF R2 OCCUPANCY (4 DWELLING UNITS). IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 4 | Philadelphia Modern Build Inc | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2828 N WATER 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 basement 1 15 ampere duplex receptacle, 2 each bedroom 4 Basement/first floor, arc fault, 20 amp, AC living Room 1 Electric race ways (wire mold), 80 feet throughout house Ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - first floor, kitchen 1 ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - second floor, bathroom 1 install 3-way switches, plus wir | — | CGW ELECTRIC INC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 32 HARVEY ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | KEITH P SCOTT | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 830 MOORE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 842 PERKIOMEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationRECONSTRUCTION OF AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING WITH CONINTUANCE SPECIAL INSPECTION BY THE PA ENGINEER OF RECORD. REPLACEMENT OF FLOOR JOIST AS PER PLAN WITH NO EXTERIOR WALLS BEING REMOVED. EXISTING FOUNDAITONS TO REMAIN WITH NO DIGGING OR UNDERPINNING PERMITTED ON THIS PERMIT. SEE ZP-2026-008049 FOR DOCUMENTATION OF EXISTING FOOTPRINT AND NO ADDITIONS PROPOSED. SHORING DONE AS PER PA ENGINEER PLAN TO STABLIZE WITH SPECIAL INSPECTONS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF JOIST AS PER PLAN. | — | K1 MANAGEMENT LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 3439 ARBOR ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2508 S 58TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 3517 N 23RD ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY WOOD-FRAME ATTACHED STRUCTURE ON REINFORCED CONCRETE FOOTINGS/FOUNDATIONS . FOR USE AS A MULTI-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING FOR SIX (6) DWELLING UNITS THROUGHOUT. BUILDING SHALL BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS. ** EXCAVATION WORK TO BE INCLUDED AS PART OF THE REVIEW** *PROTECTION OF RIGHT-OF-WAY / PEDESTRIANS / ADJACENT PROPERTIES REQUIRED DURING ALL CONSTRUCTION.* | 6 | Oliveiras Remodeling INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 335 GASKILL ST | Addition and/or AlterationRepoint small sections on the lower part of the first-floor facade; replace a small number of bricks on lower half of first floor facade; replace lintel over basement window. details per document. no other work included. | — | ARTISTIC MASONRY COMPANY INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 1835 S 65TH ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk and street closure. *To comply case violation CF-2026-028478 * PHDC BSRP WORK ORDER 223779 FRONT OF HOUSE SIDING | — | — | 19142 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2229 N ORKNEY ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM AND 1” COMBINED SERVICE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE BUILDING. ALL WORK SHALL COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 200-10 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or Alteration*CUTTING HOLES ONLY* Demo all kitchen and living room electric. Install code-compliant wiring and devices, including one dedicated circuit. | — | BRAD BALENTINE | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2032 GREEN ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementFor the replacement of exterior windows and doors as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. | — | — | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 7422 BUSTLETON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplace parking lot lights, on poles | — | Fortech Electricians LLC | C | 19152 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 246 W QUEEN LN | 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 INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT Run 2 new lines for laundry area 20 amp and 30 amp for washer. Fishing method, replace 1 outside light, install 3 way switch with new wiring for basement light. | — | ALL STAR ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 4213 LACKLAND PL | Addition and/or AlterationTo legalize the infill of the garage door opening, and interior alterations to the basement level. Basement to remain non-habitable, for storage and utilities only. No work to the upper floors. No change to the existing Two-Family Household Living use. | — | Ermalindo Zazaj | 19114 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 1009 S BOUVIER 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 ton AC, ductwork, and 12 diffusers | — | STURDY BUILDERS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | Falasca Mechanical | C | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2910 WATERLOO ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 2234 N BANCROFT 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 | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 5710 WYNNEFIELD AVE | 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 Rewire Throughout | — | JAMAAL STERLING | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 1729 S 22ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- For alterations to a Single Family Dwelling Property as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction 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 foundation slab | — | EARL D & KAREN MCNEIL | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 21, 2026 | 846 N 22ND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-007136 | — | PRIORITY PLUMBING LLC | 19130 |