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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 701 CATHEDRAL RD | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ STANDARD KITCHEN FIRE SUPPRESSION- For the installation of New Wet Chemical Kitchen Fire Suppression System as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install 8 gallon Captive Aire Fire Suppression System Per UL 300 *MP-2026-004160* FOR KITCHEN HOOD | — | Joseph F Spaeder | C | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 |
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| 1132 W VENANGO ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION A NEW WALK-IN BASEMENT STAIRWAY AT THE FRONT OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE . DETAILS PER PLAN. NO OTHER WORK INCLUDED. |
| — |
| North American Roofers |
| 19140 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 5648 RIDGEWOOD ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-010752 | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 3011 N FRANKLIN ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 1243 S JUNIPER 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. Install 100 - amp service 30 - circuit panel, receptacles and switches and replace receptacles and switches. Fishing wires through walls only as per 2020 NEC. | — | BULL ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 3958 N DELHI ST | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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. Replacement of 60k btu gas furnace. No new duct work, reusing all exisitng duct work. NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | Nation Builders LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 2229 PEMBERTON ST | AlterationsReplace water service with new copper water service | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 1417 N VOGDES ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-126704. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 1415, 1419 N. Vogdes. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 6' chain link fence with gate across front of property. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 3859 N 13TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-009828 | — | Panos Master Plumbing LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 3136 MELVALE ST | AlterationsCURB TRAP AND FAI - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 499 E ERIE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. THIS APPLICATION WAS REVIEWED UNDER THE 2021 IMC. | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 2423 HARTRANFT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2021-019240 | — | JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 704 KENTWOOD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19116 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 36 W ABINGTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | DANIEL E KENNEDY | 19118 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 1638 PORTER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE A CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY . FOR A BUSINESS OCCUPANCY. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE INSTALLATION OF NEW WALL PARTITIONS, PROVIDE FINISHES AND FURNISHINGS THROUGHOUT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING SPACE IS NOT FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | — | Dicus Construction | C | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 181 W RAYMOND ST | Addition and/or AlterationThe proposed electrical work including or limited to Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps must identify if the services size has increased in the work description Replace 100 AMP service and panel with no change in size Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Install surge protector | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 1844 N MARSHALL 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 | — | — | 19122 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 2563 N STANLEY ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2024-028225. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. No stucco. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 6143 LAWNTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of 3.48kw (8) roof-mounted solar modules GP-2026-007860 | — | Younes Rimi | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 2425 HARTRANFT ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2021-019407 | — | JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 515 S 60TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-138560. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 513, 517 S. 60th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | FRANCIS HENRIQUEZ | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 3142 N CARLISLE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED 2-STORY STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. THE BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMIITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 8 FEET OF THE BUILDING FAÇADE. SEPARATE BUILDING AND/OR STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO THE | 1 | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 6828 JACKSON ST | New Construction or AdditionsCURB TRAP, FAI, AND 1" WATER SERVICE FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION | — | MARKO TRAVAS | C | 19135 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 912 S FRONT ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-008186 | — | MATT ECKERT | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 27, 2026 | 247 E UPSAL ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2021-049592- FOR THE REPAIR TO THE REAR GARAGE AND THE A EXISTING STRUCTURE AS PER ENGINEER'S REPORT AND PLANS. 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-2021-049592. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO | — | V&V Investment Inc | 19119 |