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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 5400 FLORENCE 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. | — | Victor Vemba | 19143 | |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 |
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| Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For (exterior wall, sister joists and window header) to resolve case #719028. 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 #719028. “In accordance with Code Bulletin PM-1801, a PA professional engineer is required to monitor repairs made under this permit. The engineer must submit |
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| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1251 SHACKAMAXON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 600a, 1ph, 120/240v main service with 4-gang meter module. Install all wiring & lighting throughout 2 apartments, vacant commercial space & common areas./ Install fire alarm system as per plans. Install low-voltage wiring for TV. Separate service load calculation and permit required for commercial fit-out | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 866 N 40TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED NEW STRUCTURE WITH A CELLAR AND AN ACCESSORY ROOF DECK (FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY) WITH ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | Christopher Johnson | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3047 N FRONT ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 314 DURFOR ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | JASON CRINITI | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 800-34 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, ROOFTOP UNITS, DUCTLESS SYSTEMS, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION. *2021 IMC* | — | RAMM INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1026-36 FAIRMOUNT AVE | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY BUILDING WITH ROOF DECK ACCESSED VIA WALL OPENING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED WITH NFPA 13D. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 1 | Structured LLC | 19123 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 7651 RUGBY 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 | — | XCELLCABLE INSTALLATION INC | 19150 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 423 S 50TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR ALTERATION TO CHANGE THE USE OF FRONT PORTION OF FIRST FLOOR TO ONE (1) DWELLING UNIT. 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 | Besjana Arif | C | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 4822 N CAMAC 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. Replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19141 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 911-17 N AMERICAN ST | Lot Line RelocationFOR THE RELOCATION OF LOT LINES TO CREATE ONE LOT (PARCEL B) FROM FIVE (5) EXISTING LOTS (911 N AMERICAN ST, 913 N AMERICAN ST, 915 N AMERICAN ST, 915R N AMERICAN ST, AND 917 N AMERICAN ST). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Continuum Architecture & Design, PC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3931 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-002778 | — | SERG SERGMAN LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 1700 N FRONT ST | SignFor the installation of one (1) statically-illuminated wall sign and one (1) statically-illuminated projecting sign. Size and location as shown in application/plans. Signs accessory to a Prepared Food Shop. Separate permit required for Electric. | — | — | C | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 10209 AMBRIDGE PL | 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 | 19114 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3043 N FRONT ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 8201 SHAWNEE 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. 60K BTU Furnace and 2 ton AC for the lower level & first floor, 40K BTU furnace and 2 ton AC for the 2nd & 3rd floors, ductwork, and 18 diffusers | — | Total Comfort Solutions | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 620 N 37TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN NFPA 13R FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEM FOR A MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING SERVICED BY A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2 INCH WILKINS 950XL3 BACKFLOW PREVENTER ASSEMBLY. FIRE SYSTEM TO INCLUDE THE INSTALLATION OF TWO STANDPIPES IN EXIT STAIRWAYS, STANDPIPES TO BE INTERCONNECTED PER NFPA 14. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 5824 WASHINGTON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Kirill Kuratnikov | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 217 N 60TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-096909. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: Replace front sidewalk. No stucco. 6' chain link fence on side c/w 221 N. 60th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 748 KINGSTON 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 Replace outlets, switches and lights, install outlet in Kit. Dining Room and Back Bedrooms All Wires Are Fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 2361 E SUSQUEHANNA AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL OFFICE ON THE FIRST FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING WITH AN EXISTING DWELLING UNIT ABOVE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP WORK** | 2 | Anthony Talarico | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 509 GLEN ECHO RD | 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 18, 2026 | 200 SUMAC ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND EXTERIOR ALTERATION TO THE REAR PART OF AN 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 TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 3 | — | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 18, 2026 | 3927 N PARK AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | CPR PLUMBING INC | 19140 |