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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 627 MILLER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPAIR/REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19125 | |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1532 E HEWSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A ROOF DECK AND PILOT HOUSE ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. |
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| JBEG Development And Contracting LLC |
| 19125 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1001-99 N DELAWARE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ 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 6 Gallon Ansul R102 kitchen fire suppression system | — | Joseph F Spaeder | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1829 E ALBERT 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 | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 2556 EMERALD ST | Alterations - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED PROJECTING SIGN ON AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. 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. | — | — | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 2558 FRANKFORD AVE | New ConstructionInstall 600 amp service with grounding. Install lighting, receptacles, exit/emergency lighting, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the installation of one (1) non-illuminated projecting sign. Sign and location as shown in application/plans. | — | STEPHANIE RUMER | C | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 2639 MERCER ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 420 SEPVIVA ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (UNDERPINNNING IS PART OF THIS PERMIT). ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. (No Sleeping Area at the rear of the property) | 1 | HYBAR CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 534 BELGRADE ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ROBERT ZWICHAROWSKI | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 2432 E HAZZARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing curb trap fresh air inlet in rear of property | — | EDWARD HUGHES & SONS , INC. | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 2549 WEBB 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. 92% 60K BTU furnace, 2 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 registers | — | ANDRIUS RATKEVICIUS INC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 1630 E HEWSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 TO 200 as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard INSTALL WIRING, LIGHTING, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLE OUTLETS. INSTALL INTERCONNECTED 120 VOLT SMOKE AND CO ALARMS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC 70 AND PER EXECUTED CONTRACT. | — | ALPHA TECHNOLOGY ENTERPRISE LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 819 ALMOND ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 TO 200 as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. INSTALL WIRING THROUGHOUT. INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTOR AND GROUNDING SYSTEM. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 1251 CREASE ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE INSTALLATION OF 8 DEEP FOUNDATION AND HELICAL PILE FOUNDATIONS TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *******************************SEPARATE PERMITS FOR ANY OTHER WORK. ****************************************** | — | JES Construction, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 10 JEFFERSON ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING THREE (3) STORY MASONRY STRUCTURE. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN AND SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. EXISTING STRUCTURE TO BE DEMOLISHED BY A COMBINATION OF HAND-HELD AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT PER APPROVED PLANS. PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS, PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY, AND ADJACENT PROPERTIES TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR RIGH | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 418 SEPVIVA ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (UNDERPINNNING IS NOT PART OF THIS PERMIT). ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | HYBAR CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 12 JEFFERSON ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING THREE (3) STORY MASONRY STRUCTURE. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN AND SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. DEMOLITION TO BE DONE BY HAND AND WITH HAND TOOLS ONLY. PROTECTION OF PEDESTRIANS, PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY, AND ADJACENT PROPERTIES TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT APPROVAL REQUIRED FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY ENCROACHMENT OR CLOSURE. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-002640 | — | US ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 1558 E BERKS ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 212 E WILDEY ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 2428 CEDAR ST | AlterationsReplace Curb Trap, FAI, and Main House Drain. - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BOKE PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1700 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. RELOCATE 28 SPRINKLER HEADS | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1822 E HUNTINGDON ST | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of a 1" Domestic Water Service, 5" Sanitary Line, 6" Stormwater Line, FAI | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19125 |