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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2227 DICKINSON 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 Wiring throughout installs light fixtures, outlets, switches, smoke detectors, Grounding system as per NEC. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19146 | |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1717 SOUTH ST |
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| Addition and/or Alterationreplace 100amp breaker panel for 3rd floor apartment |
| — |
| CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION |
| C |
| 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1531 S LECOUNT ST | New ConstructionWire through single family house, new service 200 amp, install decora devices, switches, receptacles, smokes, 4'' LED recessed lights, and ARCF breakers according to NEC 2020 | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1349 S 20TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-005183 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1522 S STANLEY ST | Addition and/or AlterationNew circuit and rewire of rear-right and front bedrooms, circuit extension from existing wiring for bathroom and rear-left bedroom lighting. Replacing existing devices and 3-way switch system for basement lighting. ***All work to be done according to NEC 2020, Fish Only*** | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 2429 LOMBARD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A VERTICAL ADDITION ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | WILLIAM C GIESEY | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-005181 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1907 TITAN 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. Like-for-like replacement of the existing outdoor AC condenser and indoor gas furnace for a single-family residential property. No changes to the existing ductwork layout. | — | HERITAGE MECHANICAL EXPERTS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 1414 S 18TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-005181 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1621 REED ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | DANIEL RAMSEY | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 2408-46 ELLSWORTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide dedicated feeder from the service directly to the fire pump controller as per 2017 NEC (no disconnects except those allowed by NFPA 20/NEC 695). | — | Shark Wiring and Electric, LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1737 SOUTH ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide complete electrical distribution throughout the second and third floor dwelling units, including installation of branch circuit wiring, lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, and receptacle outlets. Install interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | PRIME ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1343 S COLORADO ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-000053 | — | PRIME ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1343 S COLORADO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-000053 | — | CHRISTOPHER J HEISLER | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 1343 S COLORADO ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-000053 | — | CHRISTOPHER J HEISLER | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1444 S ETTING ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire as per Nec 2020 Smokes and Co detector 20 recess lights Install arch faults as per nec 2020 Replace 100 amp panel in kind Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | OMAR RIVERA | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1220 S 26TH 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 711 S 23RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLATION OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM: ALL WORK PER APPROVED PLANS. NEC 2017 & NFPA 2016 | — | B.H. HOLDINGS CORP ( Emergency Response Associates) | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1526 S OPAL 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2231 REED 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2307 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire and install new location sub-panel in new addition Wire 8 new 120v circuits Wire and install 6 general purpose outlet locations Wire and install 3 counter outlet locations Wire and install 2 appliance outlet locations Wire and install 1 exterior outlet location Wire and install 6 single pole dimmer locations Wire and install 1 single pole switch location Wire and install 2 3-way switch locations Supply and install 11 Juno 4" recessed lights Supply and install 4 Juno 2" wafer lights Wire | — | CLIFFORD CHANDLER | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 1400 WHARTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationConnect (1) new sign to existing circuit. No new wiring | — | GOLDSMITH ASSOCIATES INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1330-34 S PATTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INSTALLATION OF STRUCTURAL BEAMS, TEMP SHORING, AND FRAMING MODIFICATIONS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXCAVATION WORK UNDER SP-2026-000931. *2021 IEBC* | 1 | TAC CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1432 S NEWKIRK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MARK 4 PLUMBING | 19146 |