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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1524 N 26TH 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 100 amp panel, replace outlets, switches and lights. install outlet in living room, dining room and back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19121 | |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3685 STANTON ST |
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| Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. |
| — |
| ZURAB ODIKADZE |
| 19129 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2612 MEMPHIS ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-004036 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1829 N GRATZ ST | AlterationsWATER HEATER REPLACEMENT | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 321 DALTON 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 | 7938 LEONARD 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 | — | — | 19152 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 245 GREENWICH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A VERTICAL ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED BUILDING TO INCLUDE ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1629 JACKSON ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION TO THE FRONT FACADE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2043 CHURCH ST | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2024-080561- FOR THE REPAIR OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AS PER ENGINEER'S REPORT. 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 #CF-2024-080561. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PE | 1 | Luis Burgos | C | 19124 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 8411 LYONS 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 | 19153 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 3727 N PARK AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4915 SANSOM ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100amp TO 200 amp as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard All wiring will be fished. Rewire the 2nd floor: rear bedroom, middle bedroom, middle front bedroom, front bedroom, hallway, 1st floor: living room, dining room, kitchen, basement, garage, laundry room, front basemen | — | JIM & SONS ELECTRIC INC | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1601-05 WALNUT ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | C | 19102 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2616 S 18TH ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001666 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 | 2035 W YORK ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 6930 ARDLEIGH ST | New Construction or AdditionsProvide and install PVC drains and vents and CPVC and PEX water supplies including all necessary fittings, valves, and supports for: (13) toilets (13) lavatory sinks (13) tubs (13) kitchen sinks (13) washing machines (3) floor drains with trap seals (13) HVAC condensate drain with trap seals (2) 4" roof drains Provide and install: (13) water heaters (1) 1 1/2" RPZ backflow preventer | — | Summers Quality Services Inc | C | 19119 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2532 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 120V dedicated GFCI/AFCI outlet for toilet and 120V GFI/AFCI for Bathroom | — | ECR ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL CO | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 6724 MEDIA ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 909 CHRISTIAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITH A PARTIAL CHANGE IN USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION TO GROUP B SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT AT THE 1ST FLOOR. EXISTING BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | BEST AROUND TOWN LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1222 CHANCELLOR ST | Change of UseVisitor Accommodations | — | MC ARCHITECTURAL LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4614 NEWHALL ST | Alterationsepair/curb trap and fresh air | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19144 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2607 REED ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO INCLUDE PILOT HOUSE AND ROOF DECK FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEOTECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C/O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | Raffael construction llc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1112 N HANCOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationNEW CONSTRUCTION FIT-OUT OF VANILLA BOX COMMERCIAL SUITE 'B' ON THE GROUND FLOOR OF A NEW CONSTRUCTION HIGH-RISE MIXED USE BUILDING (SEE PERMIT 1019211) FOR A NEW RESTAURANT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | — | POST GENERAL CONTRACTING LLC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 2400 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationDemo power to stair lighting and roll doors. Furnish and install power for (11) fixtures using the existing circuits. All work per approved plans Separate permit required for fire alarm work | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 1525 S CHADWICK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | ROBERT GOODMAN INC | 19146 |