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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 5039 N SMEDLEY ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS 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. 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/ | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19141 | |
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| Issued May 26, 2026 |
| 622 S 15TH ST |
| New construction, addition, GFA changeTo document the demolition (not more then 2/3) and rebuilt to existing building dimension. Size and location per plan. |
| — |
| ANTHONY TSIRANTONAKIS |
| C |
| 19146 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 9585 JAMES 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 | — | — | 19114 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 8036 FRANKFORD AVE | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | — | C | 19136 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 7147 GLENLOCH 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 | — | — | 19135 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2440 E VENANGO 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 | — | — | C | 19134 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2010 SIGEL ST | AlterationsREPLACE FIXTURES 1 full bathroom, 1 half bath, 1 laundry & 1 kitchen sink. | — | Nazar Plumbing LLC | 19145 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 219 FERNON ST | 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 | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1840 CHRISTIAN ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Panos Master Plumbing LLC | 19146 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1716 FRANKFORD AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 3 STORY MULTI UNIT BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION FOR FIXTURES AND PIPING SERVING COMMERCIAL SPACE.. 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 Install 44- water closets; 46-lavatories; 44- tub/shower; 45- floor drains; | — | Apex Mechanical Inc | C | 19125 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 3941 FAIRMOUNT AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2024-006884 | — | THOMAS UHL | 19104 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 8418-24 GERMANTOWN AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-001728 | — | ABC CONSTRUCTION CO., INC | C | 19118 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 2218 COTTMAN AVE | SignINSTALLATION OF ONE (1) FLAT-WALL AWNING SIGN AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IBC* | — | — | C | 19149 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 262 E QUEEN LN | AlterationsREPLACE MAIN DRAIN IN BASEMENT, REPLACE STACK AND STANDPIPE | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19144 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1901 N AMERICAN ST | New Construction or AdditionsRough and finish plumbing for 285 dwelling units | — | KLEIN & COMPANY PLUMBING INC | C | 19122 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 212 E GOWEN AVE | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | PHILIP RENNINGER | 19119 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 933 S 59TH 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 | — | Trash Queen Inc | 19143 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 1 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.3 g Fire works Display. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19106 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 823 N 22ND 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. Installed two (2) hvac system with ductwork. 92% gas Furnaces 60000 BTU, 13 seer - 2.5 ton condenser, which is located in the backyard | — | ROMAN ZELINSKI | 19130 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 4635 GERMANTOWN AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2025-013119 | 1 | Campos Enterprises LLC | 19144 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 442 N DAGGETT ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE 3/4" HALF WATER SERVICE. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19151 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 7756 DITMAN ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | C | 19136 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 5379 W MONTGOMERY AVE | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005491 | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19131 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 332 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO DWELLING UNIT #3R WITHOUT A CHANGE TO EXISTING GROUP R-2 USE AND OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION. BUILDING IS NOT SPRINKLERED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | Evergreen GC LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued May 26, 2026 | 4401 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-000938 CONNECT TO EXISTING FIRE SERVICE AND RISER SUPPLY AND INSTALL NEW SPRINKLERS, PIPING, HANGERS AND FITTINGS PER NFPA 13R | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19131 |