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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2760 N BONSALL 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 | — | — | 19132 | |
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| 2341 N CARLISLE 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 (2) new ductless mini-split systems with six (6) indoor units |
| — |
| SLS CONTRACTING SERVICES |
| 19132 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2010 E YORK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Ryan Hughes | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4617 LANCASTER AVE | Full Demolitioncomplete demolition to create vacant lot | — | FRANCIS HENRIQUEZ | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2801 FOX ST | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR REMOVAL OF ONE EXISTING FLAT WALL SIGN AND ERECTION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED ACCESSORY FLAT WALL SIGN ON EXISTING STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | EZ SIGNS & SERVICES LLC | C | 19129 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 324 QUEEN ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family | — | BELLA BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1138 E DURHAM 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 the existing furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | STEVEN MURAWSKI | 19150 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 253 N WANAMAKER 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 | — | — | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-008057 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4908 N FRONT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Curb Trap and FAI. | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1 SHADY LN | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an addition at the rear of an existing detached structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | JENNA A DIETRICH | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2561 BONNAFFON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19142 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 3357 ALMOND ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19134 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2065 SNYDER AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the installation of one (1) non-illuminated wall sign and one (1) projecting sign. Size and location as shown in application/plans. | — | Shay Argaman | C | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 409 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 mini split system | — | PHILLIP WOOD | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1639 N HANCOCK ST | Change of UseEating and Drinking Establishments - Prepared Food Shop; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Wearing Apparel and Accessories | — | Continuum Architecture & Design, PC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1010 W COLONA ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2025-009449 | — | THOMAS UHL | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1135 TASKER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | NIKA MAMAGULASHVILI | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1731 SEPVIVA ST | Addition and/or AlterationSolar Photovoltaic Equipment installed on a one- or two-family dwelling with no ESS equipment and roof slopes not exceeding 2:12 (17%) in accordance with EZ PERMIT STANDARD FOR SOLAR PV SYSTEM | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 5101 BROWN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 5846 LUDLOW ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF ONE EXISTING REAR GARAGE STRUCTURE AND LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IRC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Miguel Rodriguez | 19139 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 4017 BROWN ST | New ConstructionFOR NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE-STORY ATTACHED BUILDING WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND ROOF-DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLED WITH NFPA 13D. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR EXCAVATION, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 2 | REB SHAYELES BUILDERS LLC | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 647-67 N 10TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2025-008067 | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2934 N BONSALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 100 AMP service. Rewire throughout with lights, outlets, switches, fixtures and smoke/co detectors. | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 8012 CASTOR AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) TYPE 1 COMMERCIAL KITCHEN EXHAUST HOODS WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK AND FANS AS PER PLANS. | — | Joseph F Spaeder | C | 19152 |