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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 3890 N 10TH 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 | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1208 W AIRDRIE ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. Install two new 100 amps subpanels. interior wiring including, receptacle outlets, lighting, switches, smoke/co alarms. Install dedicated branch circuits for appliances. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. |
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| D&R COMPANY ELECTRIC |
| 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 3308 N 4TH 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 614 RISING SUN AVE | 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 THREE (3) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Oscar Vladimir Ventura Penalo | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 3240-64 N HANCOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES AND LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *IEBC 2021* | 1 | MARGARITA LABRADOR | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 4453 N 19TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 4526 N 15TH 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 3211-39 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationUpgrade the existing Focus intrusion system by installing a new DMP XR Series intrusion detection system. Because the current control panel is obsolete, all existing equipment, field devices, and cables will be replaced. JCI will furnish and install a complete DMP solution, including the headend equipment, field devices, and new cabling as required. Existing conduit will be reused wherever feasible. New conduit will only be added for the keypad cable drop, as this is the only location requiring | — | JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 4453 N 19TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 3632 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 2" FIRE SERVICE LINE AND 2." DC WILKINS 950 XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Cellich Fire Protection | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 4413 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a 600-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with four (4) meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house panel, one (1) 200-amp subpanel for the commercial space, and one (1) 150-amp subpanel for each of the two (2) dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, telecommunication wiring and receptac | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 3739 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XL3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 3249 N 16TH ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2025-005913 | — | R&D Realty LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 3631 N 11TH 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1945 W ERIE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsALTERATIONS TO QUADPLEX. 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 | — | LAWRENCE PLBG HTG & HOME IMPROVMTS | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 4453 N 19TH 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 basement lights Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace exterior fixture with motion detector Replace fixtures, outlets and switches | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 4044 N DARIEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFishing wires through walls Per NEC 100 amp service and panel new gfi circ in basement new gfi to bath on 2nd fl install new basement lights 3 new 20 amp arcfault circs one in each of the 3 bed rooms install 10 yr batt smoke detector install 10 yr batt smoke and carbon detector install 2 combo DF breakers | — | HOLDER INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 4121 N REESE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 2028 W ATLANTIC 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 HVAC system, ductwork, and 7 diffusers | — | Rories' At Work | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 2016 W WESTMORELAND 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 Fishing wires through walls per NEC 3-way switch replacment five new 20 amp circuits on first floor replace 6 old outlet devices install 1 bed room fixture install 2 exterior lights replace 6 single pole switches install one 10yr batt smoke detector install two 10yr batt smoke and carbon detector | — | HOLDER INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 3901-05 GERMANTOWN AVE | Tank Install/RemovalFOR REMOVAL OF FIVE (5) UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS AND PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION REGULATIONS. | — | — | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 4507 N CARLISLE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | ALL ACCESS CO | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1312 BLAVIS ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 3762 N 10TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-002872 | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 3843 N 13TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-009068 | — | GREEN TRIBE CONTRACTING LLC | 19140 |