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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4845 N 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace existing 200amp service. Install 2 gang meter socket. Install 100amp disconnect and 60amp panel for garage. Install 100amp panel on 1st floor. Rewire garage, fishing wire. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | Newman Lewis | 19141 | |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4950 N WARNOCK ST |
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| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1117 WINDRIM AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | CPR PLUMBING INC | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6051 N WARNOCK ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A CARE FACILITY (GROUP R-3). SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS. NO ALTERATIONS ARE APPROVED UNDER THIS APPLICATION. | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6226 OGONTZ AVE | Addition and/or Alteration(17) 15 amperes duplex receptacle, (9) switch replacement, (4) install flush mount led ceiling fixture, (2) replace dining room fixture, (2) replace bedroom fixture, (4) new receptacle and circuit, (2) 3-way switch replacement, replace fixture, replace exterior fixture, install exterior fixture, (2) ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit, fluorescent fixture, ground fault receptacle, close junction box, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only Residential Service | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 5724-46 OLD YORK RD | Commercial Make Safe PermitFOR ROOF REPAIRS TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2026-073232. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2026-073232. | 1 | Leroy Anthony Bucknor | C | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1609 W MENTOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | BRAHIN BETHEA | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6141 N 16TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 4728 N MARVINE ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION CF-2021-115043 FOR STRUCTURAL REPAIRS OF FLOOR/ROOF FRAMING PER APPROVED PLANS, ENGINEER'S REPORT AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. | — | Metropolitan Property Services, LLC | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 1908 W NEDRO AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 4815 N CARLISLE ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelFixture replacement with piping - 1 WC, 1 tub, 1 lavatory. | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 1516 W NEDRO AVE | 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 | — | VIKTORY HOMES LLC | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 4954 OLD YORK RD | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center; Residential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | C | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1410 W ROCKLAND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 6243 OGONTZ AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEGALIZATION OF INTERIOR ALTERATIONS AT GROUND FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING. BUILDING TO COMPLY WITH 2018 FIRE AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODES. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK. | 1 | Aboubacar Traore | C | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 1513 CONLYN ST | Addition and/or Alterationinterior renovation to an existing single family dwelling, details per plan. work includes constriction of a front egress well to basement and closure of rear garage entrance. no excavation in the basement and no lowering of basement floor. | — | The Working Crew, LLC | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5722 N 19TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplacing one shower tub with acrylic replacement. *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | JASON CRINITI | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 1531 ROSELYN ST | AlterationsReplacing shutoff valves at water meter. | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 5801 N CAMAC ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodelreplace laundry tub only | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 6126 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 | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 1, 2026 | 5950 N 13TH ST | AlterationsReplace curb trap and fresh air inlet | — | PHILIP PARKINSON | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 1654 W MENTOR ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF ROOFTOP MOUNTED 5.22 KW SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC PV SYSTEM ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND PER EZ STANDARD. | — | Phoenix Business Solutions, LLC | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 6261 N 17TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 30, 2026 | 5251 N 10TH ST | AlterationsFor Exterior Plumbing Work to include CURB TRAP and FRESH AIR INLET and MAIN DRAIN. "ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION" *PA20261735960* | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19141 |
| Issued Jun 29, 2026 | 5005 N 11TH ST | AlterationsInstalling 4 fixtures 1 KS 1 Lav 1 Toilet 1 Shower/tub | — | THOMAS UHL | 19141 |