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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 7, 2026 | 31 S REDFIELD ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of fou | — | — | 19139 | |
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| 226 S 52ND ST |
| AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Repair 3/4" water distribution line at sidewalk outside only. |
| — |
| DAINE BARRETT |
| 19139 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 6140 SANSOM ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace rainleader cesspool replace main drain throughout basement | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | New Construction or AdditionsADDITION AND EXTENSION OF EXISTING MULTI-UNIT BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. 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 | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 15 S 60TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationReparation fire alarm system replace strobe and some smoke detector for similar ones | — | TEROX ELECTRIC & CONST. CORP | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 6, 2026 | 267 S 52ND ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A NEW ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | Designblendz Architecture LLP | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 4931-59 SPRUCE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT A FOUR (4) STORY MULTI-FAMILY BUILDING TO INCLUDE FOUR (4) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AND BACKFLOW PREVENTER. CLASS 1 MANUAL WET STANDPIPES TO BE INSTALLED IN EXIT STAIRWAY ENCLOSURES IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 14. SYSTEM TO BE SERVED BY A FIRE PUMP INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 20. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE CP-2026-0 | — | Harring Fire Protection, LLC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 34 N 59TH ST | AlterationsREPLACE CURB TRAP FAI SEWER LINE | — | LOWRY ELECTRIC INC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 6140 SANSOM ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 5843 SANSOM ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 311 N 52ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling a new 200-amp service, equipment and wiring, new grounding and bonding system, outlets, recessed lighting. (FISHING METHOD) | — | HARUN WILSON | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 5, 2026 | 127 S PEACH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Install piping for 2 toilets, 2 lavatories, 2 tubs, 2 water heaters, 2 laundry sinks, 2 kitchen sink | — | Austin Batenga | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5026 BROWN ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | Ian Kosten | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 875 N 47TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IRC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | MWMT Co. | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5209 LOCUST ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-010482 | — | ROSCOE COOK | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 101 N 57TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE | — | CARLOS MERCADO JR | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 2, 2026 | 5209 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-010482 | — | Kenyatta Steward | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 24 S REDFIELD 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. 2.5-ton air handler connected via Ductwork and 2.5-ton heat pump, ductwork, and 5 diffusers. | — | Maryanne Haimovitch | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5231 RACE 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 | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5817-21 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2025-001472 | — | LINC ELECTRIC INC | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 201 S 52ND 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 | — | — | C | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 216 S 52ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS FOR THE USE OF BUSINESS OCCUPANCY (TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT) ON THE 1ST FLOOR. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL/ PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | Shay Argaman | C | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 207 S ALDEN 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. New duct work with system HVAC installation 2.0 ton Air handler and Heat Pump 2.0 ton 14.3 SEER. 9 reg./diff. | — | AC Comfort Service Inc | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 5164 FUNSTON 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 service and panel (no change in size) Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace exterior fixture | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19139 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 281 COBBS CREEK PKWY | 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 | — | — | 19139 |