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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued May 27, 2026 | 7814 PROVIDENT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 30 circuit panel box w main breaker ground rod and continuous ground; install 2 dedicated 15-amp receptacles in kitchen and dining room; run 3 - 15-amp receptacle circuits one in each bedroom, 1 in living room; 3 receptacles in bedroom off existing circuit; 1 receptacle in living off existing circuit; redistribute 2 overloaded circuits in basement; replace 8 non-grounded receptacles, and 6 duplex receptacles, 9 switches; replace 8 interior light fixtures, 1 exterior light fixture, 1 | — | CGW ELECTRIC INC | 19150 | |
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| Issued May 27, 2026 |
| 5400 CITY 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 |
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| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1019 S CHADWICK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF VERTICAL ADDITIONS TO INCLUDE ROOF DECK ACCESSED VIA OPEN STAIR TO AN ATTACHED BUILDING. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 5233 CEDAR 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. Install 90K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork and 14 diffusers | — | SALGUERO GENERAL CONSTRUCTION INC | 19143 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1411 S BEULAH 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. Install 80K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 registers | — | ISA A KOVACI | 19147 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 5052 COPLEY RD | AlterationsSewer Line Repair. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19144 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2624 N 6TH ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19133 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 426 BELGRADE 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. Install (2) new HVAC systems, ductwork, and 18 total diffusers. System 1 - 92% 40K BTU furnace and 2.5 ton AC. System 2 - 92% 60K BTU furnace and 3 ton AC. | — | AC COMFORT HVAC LLC | 19125 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2728 MIFFLIN ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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 old 80% gas furnace with like in kind no duct work needed, NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19145 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2403 N 30TH 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. PHDC WO 221114 | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19132 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1931-39 S BROAD ST | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY WALL SIGN **SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 4812 REGENT ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemove knob and tube wiring in 3 units. Install 200 amp service with proper grounding and bonding including 4 gang meter socket .100 amp to each unit and 100 amp for common area. as per nec 2017. Wire throughout all 3 units including outlets, switches, and interconnected smoke and co alarms. Replace existing fire alarm devices with new. Existing fire alarm panel to remain. Wiring method is fishing through the walls. | — | GE ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | C | 19143 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 5915-41 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, BATHROOM EXHAUST FANS, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AND FUEL GAS PIPING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IMC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2023-007007 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | AGH Property Services LLC | C | 19144 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1116 CARPENTER 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. | — | HIMA BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19147 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2600 CHRISTIAN 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 | 19146 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 5745 HAZEL 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. Replace existing boiler only, in like and kind, no new piping/ ductwork | — | ROGER ROSS PLUMBING-HEATING INC | 19143 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 271 N WILTON 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. Move floor vent in kitchen. Add condenser and a coil. relocate return in living room. | — | Daley Bread Construction LLC | 19139 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 8001 BUSTLETON AVE | Lot Line RelocationFOR RELOCATION OF LOT LINES TO CREATE TWO LOTS (PARCEL A - 8001 BUSTLETON AVE; PARCEL B - 2210 FULLER ST) FROM ONE EXISTING LOT (8001 BUSTLETON AVE). | — | — | C | 19152 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 7009 CHEW AVE | AlterationsSewer Line Repair on property. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19119 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 1124 S 15TH ST | AlterationsINSTALL/REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | EDWARD HUGHES & SONS , INC. | C | 19146 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 4955 SHELDON ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR DEMOLITION- For the interior demolition on non-bearing partition wall 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 foundation slab. NO WORK MAY BE | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 635-53 E ERIE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL POWER & DISTRIBUTION FOR WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM OF 480V PUMPS & MOTORS , 24V CONTROL CIRCUITS FOR MOTORS. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. | — | TRACY ELECTRIC INC | C | 19134 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2634-36 W HAROLD ST | AlterationsSewer Line Repair | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19132 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 2949 WILDER ST | AlterationsInstallation of sewer, sanitary and water supply piping to fixture units:2-water closet, 2-lavatory sink, 1-kitchen sink, 1-laundry, 1-bathtub, 1-water heater. | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19146 |
| Issued May 27, 2026 | 4733 SHEFFIELD AVE | AlterationsSewer Main Line repair on property. | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19136 |