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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 | |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 |
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| 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE |
| New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** |
| 2 |
| BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC |
| 19131 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 505 N ALLISON 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 only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | A M E MECHANICAL LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1517 N 57TH 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. Installing new HVAC 2.5 condenser and coil with 96% high eff. & 10 reg./diff. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4908 PARKSIDE AVE | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF STRUCTURAL/FASTENING COMPONENTS OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR PHOTO VOLTAIC SYSTEM. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK. [AMENDMENT 10/8/2026 FOR A CHANGE TO THE RACKING SYSTEM FROM UNIRAC RM10 TO IRONRIDGE BX.] | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5218 W STILES ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 amp TO 200 amp as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard INCREASE SERVICE TO 200 AMP, WIRING THROUGHOUT, INSTALL LIGHT FIXTURES, OUTLETS, SWITCHES, SMOKE DETECTORS, GROUNDING | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1477 N 53RD 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install one new ductless mini-split HVAC system to serve Unit 1. No work or modifications to the existing Unit 2 HVAC system or ductwork | — | VELAR STONE LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5411 WYNDALE AVE | 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 | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4508 LANCASTER AVE | Change of UseChild Care - Child Care Center | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1310 N 57TH 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5104 OVERBROOK AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MD on driveway in front of property. | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5538 HARMER 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 | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5602 MEDIA 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5621 WESTMINSTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | RENE E PADILLA | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5425 W GIRARD 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. New HVAC unit, ductwork, and 10 diffusers. | — | Juan C Salazar | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5723 WYALUSING AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations for a single family home , details per plan. | — | A&j investments llc | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4401 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall Total wiring of five apartments as per NEC and as per planes. Connect Fire alarm devices; all work per approved plans | — | COLIN JOHNSON | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION WITH A ROOF DECK AND ROOF DECK ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR THE USE OF TWO- FAMILY (R3 OCCUPANCY) DWELLINGS PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. ** | 2 | BORCO CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 2701-99 BELMONT AVE | Addition and/or AlterationWiring of instrumentation and control panels, Furnishing and installing heat trace for wrap installation. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved plans. | — | Carr and Duff LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 23, 2026 | 1420 N 52ND ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19131 |