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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4000 J ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelReplace existing fixtures and piping to second floor existing bathroom. New Tub, new toilet, new sink | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | 19124 | |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 313 E INDIANA AVE | AlterationsREPLACE CURB TRAP, FRESH AIR INLET, HOUSE DRAIN, AREA DRAIN AND MAIN DRAIN IN BASEMENT. |
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| MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING |
| 19134 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4167 MANTUA AVE | New Construction or AdditionsINSTALL House/Building Drain House/Building Curb Trap 1" Water Distribution House/Building Fresh Air Inlet | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 7260-64 FRANKFORD AVE | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For the repairs to the roof assembly by infilling the opening with sheathing and recovering the roof with no interior alterations as per Engineer’s report to resolve case # CF-2025-123020 . Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case # CF-2025-123020 | 1 | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19135 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 6241 N GRATZ 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. | — | REGINALD HARRISON | 19141 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1306 S 48TH 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. 60K BTU furnace, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | LINTELS DESIGN & BUILD LLC | 19143 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3624 ALMOND ST | 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 | — | East Philly Plumbing & Heating, LLC | 19134 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4507 N CARLISLE ST | Addition and/or Alterationamend permit 6/11/2026 - INSTALLING A 100AMP SUB-PANEL COMPLETE . RE-WIRE KITCHEN TO INCLUDE (8) 20AMP CIRCUITS FOR APPLIANCES.INSTALLING HEATER IN 1ST FLOOR BATHROM INSTALLING GARBGE DISPOSAL CIRCUIT. INSTALLING (3) 15/20 AMP CIRCUITS TO 1ST FLOOR BATHROOM FOR LIGHTING, SWITCHING & GFCI RECEPTACLE. (ALL FISHED & SURFACE MOUNT WIRING) INSTALLING BATTERY SMOKE DETECTORS. | — | lec-tron | 19140 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4308 LAWNDALE ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 AMP SERVICE COMPLETE, SERVICE CABLE DROP, OUTSIDE METER MAIN, 100 AMP SER ENTRANCE CABLE, 100 AMP 20 CIRCUIT MAIN LUG PANEL, FULL GROUNDING SYSTEM, BATHROOM-REPLACE LIGHT, 20 AMP CIRCUIT WITH GFI OUTLET, 2ND FLOOR REAR 1-REPLACE SWITCH AND OUTLETS, 2ND FLOOR REAR 2-REPLACE SWITCH AND OUTLET, GFI OUTLET, BATTERY SMOKE DETECTOR, LIVING RM 2ND FLOOR-REPLACE SWITCHES AND OUTLETS, KITCHEN-REPLACE SWITCH AND DIMMER, REPLACE GFI OUTLETS, TOP BASEMENT STEPS-REPLACE SWITCH, GARAGE-REPLACE 2 SWITCHES, | — | JEFFREY SHEFSKY | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 7552 FORREST AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | Shay Argaman | 19150 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1931 N 18TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | Law Office of Henry M. Clinton, LLC | C | 19121 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationHook up Twin 300 kw portable generator as per NEC for ESPN Broadcast truck for Sixers playoff game on Sunday May 10, set up day is May 9. provide stand by electrician. | — | MICHAEL GITLIN | C | 19148 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3848 LAWNDALE ST | AlterationsREPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MICHAEL ZALEWSKI | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4300 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For the repairs to the roof assembly by infilling the opening with sheathing and recovering the roof with no interior alterations as per Engineer’s report to resolve case #CF-2026-027383. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2026-027383. | 1 | DR BUILDERS 35 LLC | C | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 915 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | 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. Install 80K BTU furnace, ductwork, and 15 diffusers | — | V&V Investment Inc | 19150 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1 S BROAD 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. No exterior work permitted as part of this permit(As per PHC conditions). Relocate 6 diffusers, with no wall penetrations, and within a common corridor area, in compliance with attached signed EZ Permit Standards, Ductwork and Warm-Air Appliances Form | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19107 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1001 ARCH ST | Addition and/or AlterationChanging out receptacles, lights, switches and exit sign. No wiring. | — | GEORGE V BOSKIE | C | 19107 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4511 N SMEDLEY ST | Addition and/or Alteration(1) 20 amp circuit to 1st floor for single receptacle, (2) Battery operated smokes, (1) Battery operated co. (Fishing Only) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19140 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 4944 MULBERRY 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. Replace existing furnace only, in like and kind, using existing ductwork | — | JMJ HEATING & COOLING INC | 19124 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 2470 EMERALD 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. | — | Paula de Lima Riberio | 19125 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 2638 N 30TH ST | AlterationsREPLACE WATER HEATER IN THE BASEMENT. | — | GRADE A PLUMBING INC | 19132 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 629 E THAYER ST | 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 | — | LOPEZ & LOPEZ BUILDERS LLP | 19134 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 3700-34 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall electric panel qty. 1, Install VFD qty. 2, Install duplex receptacles qty. 18, Install lighting and controls as per drawings, Install fire alarm devices. All work to be done according to the 2017 NEC, 2016 NFPA 72 and per approved plans. | — | SHELLY ELECTRIC CO INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 1900 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | AlterationsReplace one kitchen sink. *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | SPIRO NACO | C | 19103 |
| Issued May 20, 2026 | 147 W LURAY ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | BF HOMES LLC | 19140 |