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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1 QUEEN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace house trap and fresh air inlet. | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19147 | |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3600-12 GERMANTOWN AVE | AlterationsReplace Curb Trap, Fresh Air Inlet. | — |
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| 19140 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5323 WALTON AVE | 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 7947 CONARD 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 | — | — | 19111 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1409 E WEAVER ST | Alterationsreplace curb trap, fai, main drain thru pipe bursting & replace rain leader | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19150 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3162 CHATHAM ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1920 E HAROLD ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2024-011977 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2113-29 OREGON AVE | Major DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF TWO (2) SEPARATE DETACHED STRUCTURES. EXISTING ONE (1) STORY DETACHED STRUCTURE BY HANDHELD DEMOLITION ONLY AND THE THREE (3) STORY EXISTING DETACHED STRUCTURE BY MECHANCIAL DEMOLITION. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN & SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. ANY DEVIATION WILL REQUIRE AN AMENDED BUILDING PERMIT. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE I | — | GEPPERT BROS INC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3050 N ORIANNA ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS AND INSTALLATION OF A STAIRLIFT TO THE FRONT OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | Accessibility Solutions 360 | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5425 W GIRARD AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ZURAB ODIKADZE | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3004 N BAMBREY ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" water line from curb to house/meter | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 6310 W PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or Alterations**2021 IMC.IFGC REVIEW** FOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. 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. | — | Sun Mechanical Systems, Inc. | C | 19153 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2616 S 18TH ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001667 INSTALL NEW 1.5" COMBINED FIRE/DOMESTIC SERVICE FROM STREET TO BUILDING, SUPPLY AND INSTALL ALL REQUIRED SPRINKLERS, PIPING, HANGERS AND FITTINGS PER NFPA 13D, AND PROVIDE AN OUTLET FOR PLUMBER TO CONNECT TO FURTHEST TOILET PER CITY REQUIREMENTS | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4133 ELBRIDGE ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | E K MULTISERVICE LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5112 HADFIELD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" water service | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3536 BRADDOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STADARDS ALTERATIONS- 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. 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; UNDERPINNING AND EXCAVATIONS (I.E. DIGGING IN BASEMENT). NO WORK PERMITED IN THE BASE | — | David Marchorro Ramos | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1122-30 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, EXHAUST FANS, AND DOMESTIC KITCHEN HOODS WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC AND PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION APPROVAL. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Innovative Comfort Solutions LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 239 S 13TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, EXHAUST FANS, AND DOMESTIC KITCHEN HOODS WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL FROM THE PHILADELPHIA HISTORICAL COMMISSION: No work to fr | — | Innovative Comfort Solutions LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of (36)nCat-6 plenum cables and installation of Sound masking system in accordance with NEC 2020. | — | TEL DAT COMMUNICATIONS INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 174 W BERKS ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 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. THIS APPLICATION WAS REVIEWED UNDER THE 2021 IMC. | — | AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING | C | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 6334 JACKSON ST | Addition and/or Alteration100SRDROP1 100 AMP Outside Service level 1 Install weather head and new connections to peco lines Install se cable from weather head to meter socket Install meter socket Install se cable from meter to electrical panel 1.00 Level 3L Permit Permit & Inspection Services: Handle the process of obtaining the required electrical permit and coordinating the inspection with the local authority to ensure all work meets code and safety standards. 1.00 WGRD2 Water Ground from Service Panel to Water Meter a | — | JDV ELECTRIC, LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 211 W NEDRO AVE | 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 dining room and back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished No Service Increase | — | Vincent Williams | 19120 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1920 E HAROLD ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-011977 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2916 W OXFORD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of a 5.720kWp PV system GP-2026-004499 | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3401 CIVIC CENTER BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish & Install light fixtures, receptacles and associated Hospital Care Facility Cable, conduit and wire per plans and specifications as per approved plans | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |