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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 525 N GROSS ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19151 | |
| Issued Sep 20, 2026 | 6503 LANSDOWNE AVE | EZ Masonry Facade 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 |
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| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6432 WOODCREST AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6376-78 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationProvide electrical wiring throughout the building, including lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency lighting, telecommunications wiring, and receptacle outlets. Install branch circuits to supply power to appliances and HVAC equipment. Install interconnected smoke and carbon monoxide alarms throughout the building. Furnish and install a complete fire alarm system, including all required devices, wiring and equipment. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC, 2016 | — | JEROME R KEOUGH INC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 7424 RUSKIN RD | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ELIMINATION OF ONE (1) OFF-STREET PARKING SPACE IN AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 7325 SHERWOOD RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 531 N 64TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 6509 LEBANON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | GREGORY ROSSI PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 7400 LANSDOWNE AVE | New ConstructionINSTALLATION OF HVAC SYSTEM FOR MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE FACILITY (BUILDING 'A') SERVING AN EXISTING ACTIVE RECREATIONAL FACILITY (GOLF COURSE) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | WEST CHESTER MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 6102 MASTER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 7400 LANSDOWNE AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION*2021 IMC* | — | WEST CHESTER MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 7600-98 CITY AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES 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. | — | NJG Outdoor Management, LLC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1231 N 60TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI, MD & 3/4" WATER LINE. | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 7400 LANSDOWNE AVE | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF A ONE-STORY DETACHED STRUCTURE (BUILDING 'A') FOR USE AS A MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE FACILITY SERVING AN EXISTING ACTIVE RECREATIONAL FACILITY (GOLF COURSE) AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | FIVE STAR INCORPORATED | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 7600-98 CITY AVE | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for CP-2026-002112 | — | NJG Outdoor Management, LLC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 7600-98 CITY AVE | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF SITE-BUILT ELEMENTS FOR A MODULAR DETACHED ONE-STORY BUILDING FOR USE AS A PREPARED FOOD SHOP AS PER APPROVED PLANS AND PA DCED APPROVALS. BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SITE ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK** | 1 | NJG Outdoor Management, LLC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 7300 WOODCREST AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1230 N 60TH 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, no increase and rewire | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1103 N 63RD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing install 2" water service , curb trap and fai and main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 438 N 64TH ST | AlterationsReplace curb trap to include fresh air inlet - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 1230 N 60TH 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/ | — | DONALD THOMPSON | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 1455 N 60TH ST | Family Daycare | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 6008 W COLUMBIA AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 1451 N 59TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19151 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 1232 ATWOOD RD | 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 Rewire throughout, install 200 amp service, remove existing 100 amp service. | — | Newman Lewis | 19151 |