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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1374 NARRAGANSETT 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 | 19138 | |
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| Issued Jul 21, 2026 |
| 6118 E WISTER ST |
| New ConstructionInstall 400A service ,all wiring for apartments, em.lighting 110v interconnected smoke alarms. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. **NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** NOTED: METER BANK ON FRONT OF BUILDING- |
| — |
| DERRICK TOWNES |
| C |
| 19138 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 7331 OGONTZ AVE | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6336 E WISTER ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1749 MOHICAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Bradley Otto | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 7506 E WALNUT LN | 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 5361-91 CHEW AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall New Subpanel for space. New devices and lights ,fire alarm for space. PER APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | Madden Electric Associates, Inc | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 1318 NARRAGANSETT ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a rear addition to an existing attached structure, size and location as shown in the plan. | — | Illmatic Construction llc | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 7506 E WALNUT LN | Addition and/or AlterationReplace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 6319 N BEECHWOOD 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 914 E STAFFORD ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 17, 2026 | 5514 JANE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 7419 WOOLSTON AVE | Make Safe Permit For RPIN 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 FLOOR JOIST AND ROOF ASSEMBLY AS PER PLAN AND ENGINEER’S REPORT TO RESOLVE CASE #CF-2024-128721. ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6’ IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUI | — | Public Housing Improvements Inc | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2088 W 65TH AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | Addition and/or AlterationReplace all existing lighting fixtures in kind throughout the recreation center. Remove existing fixtures and install new lighting fixtures of the same type and rating, including all required wiring. Remove and replace existing receptacle outlets in kind throughout the facility. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | Madden Electric Associates, Inc | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 6425 N BEECHWOOD ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 823 E CHELTEN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsInstalling 1 1/2" Water Service, 5" Curb Trap, 4" Main drain, 4" Fresh air inlet | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 5723 CHEW 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Installing two ductless mini-split cooling systems, one for each dwelling. The first floor apartment will have a 2 head system installed a | — | Alyssa Bridges | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 6230 CLEARVIEW ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | A POSITIVE RESPONSE PLUMBING LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 5727 N 20TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 1758 E TULPEHOCKEN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 1024 E RITTENHOUSE 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 821 E CHELTEN AVE | New Construction or AdditionsExterior Water Distribution and Exterior Building Drainage for New Construction in accordance with Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 6950 OGONTZ AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 2106 CHURCH LN | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19138 |