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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 2225 BAINBRIDGE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19146 | |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1330-34 S PATTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE INSTALLATION OF STRUCTURAL BEAMS, TEMP SHORING, AND FRAMING MODIFICATIONS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXCAVATION WORK UNDER SP-2026-000931. *2021 IEBC* |
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| 1 |
| TAC CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC |
| C |
| 19146 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1432 S NEWKIRK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | MARK 4 PLUMBING | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1614 TITAN 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 1514 MANTON ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.This permit type is for demolition of interior non-load bearing walls and ceilings only. Alteration/repair of any kind is STRICTLY PROHIBITED under this permit type. | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2049 FEDERAL 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 (1) electric wall/ceiling heater(1) Exhaust fan ceiling (1) ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - first floor (1), Install bathroom fixture (2), install smoke detectors (2) install carbon/smoke detectors (1), new receptacle and circuit, arc fault, first floor(1) ALL WIRES FISHED IN WALLS AND CEILINGS | — | EHMANN ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 2124 SAINT ALBANS 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. (1) Fujitsu 1-1/2 ton ducted concealed unit for 3rd floor addition, (1) Fujitsu 1-1/2 ton heatpump, ductwork , and 11 diffusers | — | DOWNTOWN MECHANICAL LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 1400 WHARTON ST | SignFOR THE ERECTION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRIC | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 9, 2026 | 2815 GRAYS FERRY AVE | AlterationsReplacing 5" curb trap, fresh air inlet, and 10' of building drain | — | MWI Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 8, 2026 | 506 S 23RD ST | Change of UseLimited Lodging | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 8, 2026 | 1700 ELLSWORTH 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 96% 60K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 11 registers | — | Sanhuai Lu | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1228 S 26TH 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1246-56 S 17TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE DEMOLITION OF ALL EXISTING STRUCTURES ON THE LOT; FOR THE ERECTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY STRUCTURE PLUS CELLAR, TO CONTAIN ONE (1) VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE, AS PERMITTED IN CMX-1 (USE REGISTRATION REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY), ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND FOR MULTI-FAMILY (NINETEEN (19) DWELLING UNITS) HOUSEHOLD LIVING, WITH A ROOF DECK (FOR RESIDENTIAL USE ONLY) ACCESSED BY A ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE, AND WITH TEN (10) ACCESSORY OFF-STREET SURFACE PARKING SPACES (INCLUDING ONE (1) ACCESSIBLE SPACE) | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1444 S ETTING 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 90% 80K BTU FURNACE, NEW DUCTWORK, & 8 DIFFUSERS | — | FLAMINGO SERVICES LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 518 S 17TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-012287 | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2227 BAINBRIDGE 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. 90% 80K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1330-34 S PATTON ST | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION FOR SHALLOW FOUNDATIONS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | HSC CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1915 FITZWATER ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-012057 | — | Baldwin Electrical Construction LLc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2225 BAINBRIDGE 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. 90% 80K BTU furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 9 diffusers | — | AIR MASTERS HVAC INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 2124 CATHARINE 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. (2) 60K BTU 92% furnaces, (2) 2.5 ton AC units, ductwork, and 16 diffusers | — | ANGEL HEATING & COOLING INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 7, 2026 | 1820 TITAN ST | AlterationsReplacing 30 gallon electric water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2227 DICKINSON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace Curb Trap and FAI | — | BOKE PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1913 CARPENTER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace CT, MD, FAI, & 3/4" WATER SERVICE | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2326 FITZWATER ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.- 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. Alteration/Repair is STRICTLY PROHIBITED with this demolition only permit. | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2605 REED 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 2021 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 | Raffael construction llc | 19146 |