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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3400 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish & Install Power Per Plans using existing circuits.-PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2020 NEC | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3864 PENNSGROVE ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-003978 |
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| Sanks Mechanical |
| 19104 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 912 S FRONT ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-008174 | — | PRIME ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 7330 MONTOUR ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | PHILLY H2O PLUMBER INC | 19111 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 6076 REGENT ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR ALTERATIONS AND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A VERTICAL PLATFORM LIFT (VPL) TO THE FRONT YARD OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLAN AND MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK* | — | ALL ACCESS CO | 19142 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 217 MONROE 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 | — | KEN GROUP LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1118 N 39TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-003984 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 517 E HILTON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3124 N 29TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5302 W GIRARD AVE | AlterationsReplace 3/4" water service - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Bradley Otto | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 716 N 40TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, BATHROOM AND CLOTHES DRYER EXHAUSTS, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK THROUGHOUT A TWELVE (12) FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2024-006031 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | Eugene Naydovich | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 6133 CALLOWHILL 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1040 DALY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | CARLOS MERCADO JR | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2336 N SMEDLEY ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1737 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide complete electrical distribution throughout the second and third floor dwelling units, including installation of branch circuit wiring, lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacle outlets. Install interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | PRIME ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3509 G ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2716 E LEHIGH AVE | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF EXTERIOR WALLS (FRONT FACADE AND REAR WALL) AND FRAMING PER APPROVED PLANS. COMPLY WITH VIOLATION CASE #CF-2025-015854 & CF-2026-017452. 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 THE VIOLATIONS. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERM | — | J D FINISH HOMES CONTRACTING, INC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 408 VOLLMER ST | 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 | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 7333 CLARIDGE ST | Parking OnlyFOR THE ERECTION OF A CURB CUT & DRIVEWAY, ACCESSORY TO AN EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE/LOCATION AS PER THE APPLICATION AND PLANS. | — | ALAN NOCHUMSON, ESQ. | 19111 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5532 N 5TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19120 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 5500 CHEW AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached two-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | Clarence Morris | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 4627 CEDAR AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2027 FAIRMOUNT AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior wiring for restrooms All work Per approved plans. ***NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT*** | — | Sal Cascio | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3937 FOLSOM ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002757 | — | LC PLUMBING & MECHANICALS INC | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1717 W ALLEGHENY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2021 IMC REVIEW* | — | ELC HOLDING COMPANY | C | 19132 |