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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 7108 FORREST AVE | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. 100A service replacement. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per EZ Standard and Executed Contract. | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19138 | |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN |
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| New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A 8-INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE FOR AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH A BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AND FIRE PUMP IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 & 20. ALL WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS/HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS. |
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| Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. |
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| 19138 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | New ConstructionFOR INSTALLATION OF 4-INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED PLANS, HYDRAULIC CALCULATIONS AND NFPA 13. | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | Addition and/or AlterationInstall one (1) 225-amp subpanel to supply power to the STEM lab, broadcast room, and podcast room. Provide electrical wiring for lighting fixtures, lighting controls, receptacle outlets, and telecommunications systems serving televisions, computers, data, and telephone equipment. Install branch circuits to supply power to electrical devices and HVAC equipment. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2020 NEC and the approved plans. (No fire alarm system included in the scope of | — | EMMS ELECTRIC INC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | New Construction or AdditionsInstalling new underground piping for bathrooms and mechanical room. Installing waste, vent, and water piping above ground for bathrooms and rain water | — | Mechanical Resource Contractors, LLC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | New Construction or AdditionsInstallation of ductile iron domestic service to existing building as specified in plans. Installation of on site stormwater up to 5 feet from foundation wall of buildings. All work to be installed in compliance with 2021 PPC and approved plans. | — | JOHN J DOUGHERTY & SON INC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1933 PLYMOUTH 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 | — | SPRUCE BUILDERS LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 6046 N NORWOOD ST | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 6046 N NORWOOD 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2102 W 65TH AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 6927 OGONTZ AVE | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace curb trap main drain and fai | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 7361 E WALNUT LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, EXHAUSTS, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IMC AND APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2026-004294 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | Mechanical Resource Contractors, LLC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 13, 2026 | 5805 E WISTER ST | New ConstructionNEW CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY BUILDING WITH CELLAR AND ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE (NO ROOF DECK) FOR USE AS EIGHTEEN (18) DWELLING UNITS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13 & INCLUDE STANDPIPES PER NFPA 14. *2018 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 18 | PASP LLC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 1135 E PRICE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE. | — | ASV PLUMBING LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 5910 CHEW AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Arrow Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning, LLC. | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 2052 HAINES ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 5500 CHEW AVE | Addition and/or Alteration200 AMP service, 2 gang meter, all new wiring, grounding system. | — | Rameses Lee | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 11, 2026 | 815 E WASHINGTON LN | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALLING A NEW 200 AMP SERVICE FROM EXISTING METER BANK. INSTALL NBEW EQUIPMENT CABINETS FOR VERIZON WIRELESS. INSTALL ANTENNAS ON EXISTING TOWER. All work to be perform according to 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | SWARTLEY BROS ENGINEERS INC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 6046 N NORWOOD ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1315 E WASHINGTON LN | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2026-097190- FOR A SIDEWALL REPAIR AS PER ENGINEER'S REPORT. 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-2026-097190. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEE | 1 | Mark Grimaldi | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 10, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | Sitework with Onsite Utility ServicesFOR SITEWORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | JOHN J DOUGHERTY & SON INC | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 7419 WOOLSTON AVE | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Full house re-wire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 6326 LIMEKILN PIKE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR STRUCTURAL ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. | — | Trash Queen Inc | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 829 E RITTENHOUSE ST | AlterationsReplace 1/2 water service from the curb to the meter | — | CARLOS MERCADO JR | 19138 |