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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 612 S 4TH ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF AWNING SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE PLAN. | — | Ping Architects | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 912 S FRONT ST | New ConstructionFor the erection of a semi-detached structure, accessory parking space, and a roof deck with a pilot house to use as single family dwelling, details per plans and documents. UNIT # B |
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| 1 |
| KBCG LLC |
| 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 817 CHRISTIAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SIT-DOWN RESTAURANT (B OCCUPANCY) ON THE 1ST FL. OF AN EXISTING BUILDING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | Star Painting & Wallcovering & Sons LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 912 S FRONT ST | New ConstructionFor the erection of a semi-detached structure, accessory parking space, and a roof deck with a pilot house to use as single family dwelling, details per plans and documents. UNIT # A | 1 | KBCG LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 736 MEDINA ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Bolt Acquireco Inc. | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 611 S 7TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 4" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 4" AMES 2000SS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Angel Garcia | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 209 WILDER 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. Installation of two new HVAC systems with all new ductwork and 12 total diffusers. (1) 3 ton air handler system is located on the second floor with 3 ton heat pump and 10kW backup heat. (1) 2 ton air handler system is located in the basement with 2 ton h | — | TERRA GROUP INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 321-23 SOUTH 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. See Philadelphia Historical Approval- No outside work approved on this. | — | — | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1512 S 13TH ST | EZ Chimney and Vent ExtensionEZ PERMIT STANDARDS CHIMNEY AND VENT EXTENSION - For Residential Type Appliances for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (three stories or less). Obtain permits for existing chimney/vent extension alterations for low-heat or residential type uses without submitting plans by meeting the Conditions and Design Limitations below. Any deviations from this permit standard will result in permit revocation. (Deviations will require submission of plans to the Department.) | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 735 S 2ND 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 | — | BJG & Associates LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 506 SOUTH 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 | — | Ryan Hughes | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1012 CROSS 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 92% furnace, 4 ton AC, new ductwork, and 14 diffusers | — | JOHN HINES | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 612 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. Install new heat pump, ductwork, and 8 diffusers | — | MATT ECKERT | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 513 SOUTH ST | 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 a wet chemical kitchen fire suppression system for a 14'-0" hood. | — | Reliable Fire & Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1118 GREENWICH 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 Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard INSTALL 200 AMP, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTOR, GROUNDING SYSTEM. | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 138 KENILWORTH 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. Philadelphia Historical Approval- Accepted. No work to front facade. No roof work can be street visible. New ductless mini split install | — | Dauria & Son Mechanical Contractors LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1021 ADDISON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A BALCONY AND ROOF DECK TO BE ACCESSED BY EXTERIOR STAIR ABOVE EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE ACCESSORY TO EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN PLAN. | — | Superb Home Remodeling LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1104 ELLSWORTH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BARTHOLOMEW N EMANUEL | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 525 S 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ****************************************** | 3 | LEGACY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 729 EARP 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 existing furnace and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | Sila Services, LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 1226 S CLARION ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-000443 | — | THOMAS D. LEPORE | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 1226 S CLARION ST | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-000443 | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 1010 CATHARINE 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 | — | Michael Brian Dunphy Jr | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 806 S 2ND ST | AlterationsAdd sump pump and repair interior drain. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 711-19 CATHARINE ST | AlterationsReplace 3- curb traps complete with fresh air inlets and main house drains | — | PHILIP RENNINGER | C | 19147 |