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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 13, 2026 | 1934 CASTOR AVE | 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* | — | Accessibility Solutions 360 | 19134 | |
| Issued Oct 12, 2026 | 1915 E ONTARIO ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior structural alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work and interior non-structural alterations. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. |
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| AIMES LLC |
| 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 139 E CLEARFIELD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW FOUR (4) STORY SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. HEIGHT NTE 45 FT. TO BE USED AS MUTLIFAMILY (SIXTY-ONE (61) AFFORDABLE DWELLING UNITS) HOUSEHOLD LIVING WITH A TOTAL OF FOURTEEN (14) OFF-STREET ACCESSORY PARKING SPACES INCLUDING ONE (1) VAN ACCESSIBLE SPACE, EIGHT (8) CLASS 1A BICYCLE PARKING SPACES ON AN ACCESIBLE ROUTE (BUILDING OCCUPANCY AGE RESTRICTED TO THOSE 60 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER), AND TWO (2) ON-STREET LOADING SPACES. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | OBERMAYER REBMANN MAXWELL & HIPPEL LLP | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 3019 RICHMOND ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2025-005857 | — | Felix and Son Contractors Inc | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2300 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical fit-out for commercial laundromat. Relocation of 500AMP service. Installation of necessary transformers and conductors to power appliances. Installation of lighting, receptacles, and power to equipment as per plans and 2017 NEC. | — | H.R. Benjamin, Inc. | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 139 E CLEARFIELD ST | Change of UseVacant | — | OBERMAYER REBMANN MAXWELL & HIPPEL LLP | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 9, 2026 | 2526 E ALLEGHENY AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2450 CASTOR AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION TO AN EXISTING DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | JPE CONTRACTORS LLC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 3560 JOYCE ST | Alterations3/4" WATER SERVICE - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Eric Slifkin | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2077 E VENANGO ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap, install FAI | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2022 E ONTARIO 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 | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 1134 E TIOGA 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. Install a 100 - amp service with 30 - circuit panel, receptacles and switches and replace receptacles and switches. Fishing wires through walls only as per 2020 NEC. | — | BULL ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 8, 2026 | 2355 E SOMERSET ST | AlterationsAMENDED 10.23.26 TO INCLUDE 3/4" WATER LINE. repair /replace curb box and vent box - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2058 E VENANGO ST | Addition and/or AlterationBasement interior renovations and for the erection of basement front entrance steps to an existing single family dwelling, details per plan. | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 3043 AGATE ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Sewer spot repair near foundation wall | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2918 RUTLEDGE ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS - For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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 shall be in place prior to start of work. Stu | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2925 HURLEY ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 5" curb trap with fresh air inlet. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2539-53 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall fire fire pump service and related equipment. (see sheet for relocated equipment ) ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2833 E VENANGO 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 existing 200 AMP SERVICE WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, INSTALL OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING. | — | EUROQUALITY LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2069 E ALLEGHENY AVE | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS - For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards shall result in permit revocation and require submission of construction and site plans. 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 shall be in place prior to start of work. | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 3423 JASPER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | KEN CHAN | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2764 CORAL ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" domestic water service | — | David R Smith | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 3042 N SWANSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 100-amp electrical service with a 30-space electrical panel. Install GFCI receptacle(s) and provide a dedicated circuit as required. First floor: Install dining room light fixture. Install smoke detector. Install combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector. Install a new receptacle circuit with AFCI protection. Install ceiling fan and provide necessary wiring, switch, and support. All work to be completed in accordance with applicable electrical codes and permit requirements. ( fish | — | AMPTRON LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 2846 N SWANSON 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 | — | DARRYLS PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 3031 MERCER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap & fai | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19134 |