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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 3800 POWELTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall (2) new receptacles and data backboxes. Extend existing 120V circuits serving area to new devices per plans. Install (1) additional FA speaker strobe. (1) Smoke Detector. PER APPROVED SRAWINGS-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | MARANO ELECTRIC INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4500-02 WESTMINSTER AVE |
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| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2054 MCKEAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire second floor, living room and foyer with new devices to remove old wiring. | — | Brian Monroe | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1732 ROSELYN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | PJ FITZPATRICK INC | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | TKELLY INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1600-22 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING HVAC SYSTEM TO ACCOMODATE NEW OFFICE LAYOUT ON THE 15TH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING HIGH-RISE OFFICE BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2329 LOCUST 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 Replace 200 amp service including panel, SEU wire, meter socket and grounding | — | LOWRY ELECTRIC INC | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 5915 ADDISON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelHello applicant, Thank you for submitting your application, we are unable to process the application for the reasons outlined below: FIRST ATTEMPT After three attempts for the same information, this permit will be canceled If you have additional questions and would like a zoom meeting, please schedule: https://www.phila.gov/2020-06-25-limited-in-person-appointments-with-li-now-available/ Thank you for doing business with the City of Philadelphia, Permit Services | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1815 LOMBARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Ryan Hughes | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 107 COTTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO ADD DWELLING UNIT FOR NEW TOTAL 5 DWELLING UNITS WITHIN MIXED USE BUILDING. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2018 IEBC* (ORIGINAL BUILDING PERMIT 628718) | 5 | Rock Construction and Dev, LLC | C | 19127 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4036 GREEN 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 | — | DTA Mechanical Contractors Inc | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 406 S VAN PELT 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 | — | KEN GROUP LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2752 PLOVER 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 condenser and air handler only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | H & H HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING INC | 19153 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 8038 FERNDALE 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 New 100 amp electrical service with a 20 circuit main breaker load center, meter socket, cabling, and grounding system with ground rods replacing existing 100 amp service | — | DONALD A ROSSI JR | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1932 S 23RD 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 | — | — | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1120 N 66TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Sewer Line (CT, FAI & MD) Repair at Building 9. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | C | 19151 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2142 N 19TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL WIRING, RECEPACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES, WHERE REQUIRED THROUGHOUT HOUSE. INSTALL SMOKE/CO ALARMS WITH 10 YRS BATTERY BACKUP. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND THE SCOPE OF WORK IN THE EXECUTED CONTRACT. (FISHING WIRES ONLY) | — | Vincent Williams | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4347 N FRANKLIN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIEL OLMEDA | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 7237 PITTVILLE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19126 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2101 W TIOGA ST | Rough-InRough-In of Fire Alarm, 600 amp Service, Rewire Building | — | WILLIAM SOMMERVILLE | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1214 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor exterior alterations per plan and Philadelphia Historic Commission approval. | — | Uncle Als Roofing | 19107 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 600 W CHELTENHAM AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATION TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | JAMAAL STERLING | C | 19126 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4124 J ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19124 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1675 S CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS BLVD | New construction, addition, GFA changeThe designation of eight (8) standard parking spaces to Electrical Vehicle Charging Spaces. No Change in Total Number of Vehicle Parking Spaces | — | Dewberry Engineers Inc. | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 3044 RUTH ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT- For the removal and replacement of the first floor floor sheathing like in kind materials as per Engineer’s report to resolve case #CF-2024-115053. Abutting sidewalk must be closed with fencing a minimum of 6’ in height. Separate Streets Department permit required for sidewalk closure. A separate permit is required for any additional alterations that are not specifically addressed on case #CF-2024-115053. | — | JUAN R VEGA | 19134 |