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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2437 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeThe erection of a two-story attached structure and complete demolition of all existing structures. | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 | |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2435 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a two story attached structure. | — |
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| Harman Deutsch Corp |
| 19132 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 3030 N BROAD ST | New Construction or AdditionsInterior plumbing for a 6 story new construction building including: 1 sump pump 1 elevator pump 1 booster pump 32 tubs 32 toilets 32 lavatory 30 electric water heaters with expansion tanks 30 kitchen sinks 30 ice makers 30 washer box 30 manabloc 2 hose bibb 30 floor drains 1 backflow device | — | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2451 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA change The erection of a two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2457 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA change The erection of a two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2342 N CARLISLE ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF TRIPLEX. EXTERIOR INSTALLATION OF CURB TRAP, FAI, MAIN DRAIN, AND 1" WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPE. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2431 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeThe erection of a two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 2408 N 32ND 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 200 amp service cable, meter socket, panel and grounding. Rewire all of building devices | — | Brian Monroe | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3133 N TAYLOR ST | 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 Increase the service to 200 amps service ( increase the service is part of this job), panel, switches, receptacles, light fixtures, rewire the property as per NEC 2020 | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 2405 W TORONTO 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 Sep 29, 2026 | 2405 W TORONTO ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-087972. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Addl' specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 2407 W. Toronto. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3116 N 35TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT: FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, APPLIANCES, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE L+I EZ PERMIT STANDARDS AND THE 2021 IMC. | — | Daley Bread Construction LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3103 N 32ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire all of the building and replace 200 amp service size. Service size not being increased | — | Brian Monroe | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3328 W SERGEANT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | Austin Batenga | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3110 N 29TH 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. 25' 1/2" gas line pipe, shut-off valve, and gas flexline for stove. The flexline piping is being installed from the floor to the stove. No drywall is being removed or replaced. PHDC WORK ORDER #225541 | — | SURRATT PAINTING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2453 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the demolition of all existing structure on the lot For the erection of a two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2463 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changethe erection of a two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2329 N 19TH 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 Sep 28, 2026 | 2469 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a new-construction, two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2329 N 19TH ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for 622698. 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 2327, 2331 N. 19th. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | MONTICELLO CONTRACTORS INC | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2429 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changethe erection of a two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2461 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a new-construction, two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2467 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a new-construction, two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1323 W CLEMENTINE ST | 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 2465 N NEWKIRK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a new-construction, two-story attached structure | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19132 |