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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 2261 N 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationIN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. MAKE SAFE PERMIT - FOR THE REPAIR OF EXTERIOR WALL AS PER PLAN AND ENGINEER’S REPORT TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2025-001224. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6’ IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK | — | DARRICK HILL | 19132 | |
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| 2863 N BONSALL 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 the existing boiler only, in like and kind, no new ductwork |
| — |
| DIMITAR STOYKOV |
| 19132 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 2716 JUDSON 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 2537 N 34TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. SANITARY & STORM CT, FAI, MD & 1" WATER LINE. | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 3119 N TAYLOR ST | Alterations Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap and Fresh Air Inlet repair | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 2343 N 24TH ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.EZ INTERIOR NON-LOAD-BEARING WALL DEMOLITION - For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of fou | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 3126 N NAPA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Hartmann and Sons Water and Sewer PA, Inc | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 3209 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 400 amp service with 5 gang meter bank and (4) 125 amp panels in and (1) 100 amp house panel. Install outlets, lighting, switches, GFCI receptacles, exit/emergency lighting, and smoke/CO alarms in each unit as per 2017 NEC. Install Fire Alarm as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | Vincent Williams | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 2811 N 20TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 3200 W LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLow voltage CCTV wire system* -Installation of interior telecommunication wiring -(1) 30amp twist lock for CCTV system. -Installing OM3 6 strand fiber. -Running armored Cat6 above ceiling tiles using J hooks. Materials: Armored cat6 1000ft OM3 6 strand fiber 30amp twist lock outlet 10/3 MC wire Double pole 30 amp Breaker. | — | RF Design & Integration Inc. | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2914 N BAMBREY ST | Addition and/or Alteration20 amp circuit to 1st flr for single receptacle, replace (2) 3 way switches, Ground Service, (2) Battery operated smokes, (1) Battery operated smoke/co. (Fishing Only) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2768 N 24TH ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries - Farmer's Market; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | East River LLC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2908-10 W FLETCHER ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2408 N 32ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior 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. | — | Hae Young Oh | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2908-10 W FLETCHER ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-065594. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. No stucco, Remove slab. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 8' Chain link fence installed around perimeter of property. | — | MONTICELLO CONTRACTORS INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 1324 W CUMBERLAND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | CONSOLE MATISON LLP | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2934 N BONSALL 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. Install new furnace, ductwork, and 6 registers | — | ANM INVESTMENT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2211 N 16TH ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2211 N 16TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-085831. 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 2207, 2213 N. 16th. 6' fence in rear c/w 2209 N. 16th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of both properties. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2419 W TORONTO 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2209 N 16TH ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2209 N 16TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-085853. 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 2207, 2213 N. 16th. 6' fence in rear c/w 2209 N. 16th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of both properties. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 2619 N 29TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Installing a 200 amp electrical service. Does not exceed 200 amps. | — | marquis henderson | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 2820 N 22ND ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 2001-49 W LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2021 IMC REVIEW* | — | ELC HOLDING COMPANY | C | 19132 |