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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 257 S 52ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationWiring to include receptacle outlets, lighting, switches, gfcis and disconnects connecting to existing 200 amp panel connecting to new 300 amp incoming service. All necessary bonding and grounding as per 2017 NEC. **New fire alarm permit will be req'd for automatic detection in newly configured nail salon** -SHOW WINDOW RECEPTACLES(SEE DRAWINGS)- | — | D&R COMPANY ELECTRIC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 |
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| 4530 N GRATZ 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 switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace electric/ wall ceiling heater Replace exterior fixture with motion detector Replace basement lights |
| — |
| TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC |
| 19140 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4507 LOCUST ST | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. - Exterior 1.5" Water Distribution & Backflow for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1701 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE (MAIL ROOM). 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 IS FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | BITTENBENDER CONSTRUCTION LP | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4233 MILL ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19136 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 6136 WEBSTER ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 212 S JESSUP ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ 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. All mechanical equipment and conduit to be located at the rear of the building. No work to facades along S Jessup St or Latimer St(As per PHC conditions). 92% 60K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19107 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1331 BETSY ROSS PL | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) PUSH PIERS TO THE FOUNDATION OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | JES Construction, LLC | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2201-13 STENTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY) TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. WORK TO INCLUDE ADDITIONS TO SERVED AS FREEZER WITH INTERIOR ACCESS. 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 IS NOT SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | ACTION CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 870 N 28TH ST | Alterations40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | C | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3132 TILTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Saliaj Remodeling LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1 N 30TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-001081 | — | WHITEMARSH ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCION INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 4046 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Replace two (2) existing HVAC systems only, in like and kind, including coils, furnaces and condensing units. Reconnecting to existing duc | — | DTA Mechanical Contractors Inc | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1720 N CREIGHTON ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-002693 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2629 N 18TH 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 3-way switch replacements, Arc fault, 20 amps, arc fault 20-amp, dryer circuit, wire molds, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit 1st floor, ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit 2nd floor, ground fault receptacles, arc faults, install doorbell, exterior fixture, exterior fixture with motion detector, flush mount LED ceiling fixtures, | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationHook up Portable generators 56KW for office trailer (2) 260KW with 160KVA UPS system on each for TV broadcast trucks. hook to be done as per NEC and we will have stand by electrician for UFC fights 08/10/26 thru 08/16/26. | — | MICHAEL GITLIN | C | 19148 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2300-08 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 2-phase 5-wire service(750kcMIL w/1/0 cold-water ground) ,NEW METER-BANKS .Install new feeders to all units w/ new tenant panels . ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. **NO INTERIOR WIRING ON THIS PERMIT** | — | GERALD D KAEWELL | C | 19103 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3437 E THOMPSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1827 SCHLEY ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 amp TO 200 amp as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT New wiring throughout, lights outlets , switches hardwired smoke and co2 detectors as needed | — | POWER IT UP ELECTRIC, LLC | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2832 N 20TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1600-36 N BROAD ST | Temporary Tents and CanopiesTemporary tenting for Temple University private event. Tenting will be on the private campus of Temple University. Install 8/10/26 Remove 8/21/26. Tents installed as per manufactures instructions and 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code. No tents proposed in the Street or sidewalks. | — | — | C | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2600-30 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-003453 | — | ACE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1518 CHESTNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-002925 Install lighting, lighting switches and controls, receptacles, and tele/data wiring as per 2017 NEC. | — | Amplified Technical Solutions, LLC | C | 19102 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 208-10 REX AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A SPRINKLER SYSTEM PER NFPA 13R WITH A 2-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 5515 SANSOM ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19139 |