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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-003635 | — | Jim Topley | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 243 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 |
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| Innovative Comfort Solutions LLC |
| C |
| 19107 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 7018 LOUISE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1201 LATONA ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 174 W ANNSBURY ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process. | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 245 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 | 315 N 62ND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | ANDI VELIU | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2231 N FRONT ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the Erection of a three (3) story attach building with decks and roof hatch for mechanical use only. Size and location per plan. | — | AMBIT INC | C | 19133 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 528 S 45TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationStorage/Laundry Install and Wire: 3 Fixtures 1 Switch 1 20Amp GFI Outlets circuits washer & Dryer 1 Smoke/Carbon Playroom Install and Wire: 4 4” Recessed LED Lights 1 3-way System 1 4” Recessed LED Light 1 Switch 3 4” Recessed LED 1 Switch 1 Smoke Outlets to Code 1 Closet Light motion sensor 1 3-way system to 1st Floor 1 Light top of stairs Powder Room Install and Wire: 1 Vanity Light 2 Switches 1 Exhaust Fan 1 GFI Garage Install and Wire: | — | L MOORE ELECTRIC INC | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3235 ALMOND ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplacing all the damaged wires in the basement throughout lights, outlets and smoke detectors, installation of the new panel and new circuit breakers as per 2020 NEC | — | REDLINE ELECTRIC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4914 RENO ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4928 DUFFIELD ST | Addition and/or Alterationinstall wheel chair lift , installation shall be as per manufactures instructions. details per plan. | — | JEMILEX INC | 19124 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1327 S 4TH ST | AlterationsSeal lateral for complete demolition | — | JOSEPH MORETTI | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 12815 CABELL RD | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb traps, install new FAIs | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19154 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 44-46 S 3RD ST | New Construction or AdditionsFIT-OUT TO DOG WASH SALON IN COMMERCIAL SPACE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | DYLAN SLOAN | C | 19106 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2516 S JESSUP ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION 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**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | PATRIOT CONSTRUCTION | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 5361 OAKLAND ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Main house drain and curb trap and fresh air inlet | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19124 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-006584 | — | AL-KAUN CO | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 217 MONROE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2046 ROWAN ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR REPAIRS TO INCLUDE SISTERING OF PORCH ROOF AND 2ND FLOOR FRAMING AND THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE FIRE-DAMAGED 2ND FLOOR FRONT BAY TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATION # CF-2026-007616. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE # CF-2026-007616. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS M | — | Non-Stop Emergency Services Inc | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2425 N 15TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2027 FAIRMOUNT 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. | — | OREILLY EDWARD B & ASSOC INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1001-99 N DELAWARE AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO CASINO. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS. ALL FOOD PREP FIXTURES SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WTH CHAPTER 8. | — | DYLAN SLOAN | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 880 N BUCKNELL ST | Addition and/or Alteration2nd floor bathroom: Replace the bathroom exhaust fan with a new owner provided exhaust fan, Install exterior roof venting for a exhaust fan - 6 feet or less, 1st floor living room, Install a new box and outlet on the window wall of the living room, Move pendant light over a few feet and rehang, Future 1/2 bathroom: Install a dedicated line to the 1st floor where the new half bath will be framed out, Feed the switch (open walls), Provide and install a new work box and switch (open walls), Switch | — | JIM & SONS ELECTRIC INC | 19130 |