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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 4511 N 17TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing REPLACE 3/4" WATER LINE | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19140 | |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 1430 W VENANGO 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 |
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| SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP |
| 19140 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 3742 N BOUVIER 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 3752 N 10TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstalling an electrical disconnect 120v for a wheelchair lift. | — | MCCLAIN BROS INC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 111-31 W HUNTING PARK AVE | SignFor the replacement of one (1) free-standing sign with static illumination and LED digital display (digital sign) accessory to the building use. ******Separate Electrical permit required. **************** | — | — | C | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 1430 W VENANGO ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-131339. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Addl' specs: No sidewalk. No stucco. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of 1428 & 1430 W. Venango. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3320 N BOUVIER 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3645 N PERCY ST | Make Safe Permit For RPFOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE DAMAGED PORCH ROOF BEAM AND TWO (2) PORCH ROOF JOISTS TO RESOLVE CF-2026-074461. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND ENGINEERING INSPECTION LETTER. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CF-2026-074461. "IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERM | — | Dawoud Adisa | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 3320 N BOUVIER ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-121009. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Addl' specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 3322 N. Bouvier.. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. No corral fence. | — | PEDRO PALMER CONSTRUCTION INC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 3823 ARCHER ST | AlterationsInstallation of a 40 gal. gas hot water heater. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4107 N 5TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | GREGORY K MOORE | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 1932 DENNIE 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4625 N 12TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace ceiling lights from old one halogen to new one, Led wafer lights and replace existing receptacles, switches and gfci receptacles on the existing wiring and location | — | AMP FLOW ELECTRIC LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 3509-19 OLD YORK RD | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A TYPE I COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOOD (16'-0") AND FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A TYPE II COMMERCIAL KITCHEN HOOD (4'-0") TO INCLUDE ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK, FANS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ***********************SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. **IMC 2018************* | — | FLOW TEMP 368 GEN CONTRACTING | C | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 3425 N 18TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED BUILDING. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS. | — | Shawn Ward | C | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 4604 OLD YORK RD | 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 27, 2026 | 168 W ATLANTIC 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 27, 2026 | 4327 N FRANKLIN 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 720 W ATLANTIC 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 | — | — | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 611 W ANNSBURY ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #711471-FOR THE INSTALLATION OF STAR BOLTS PER APPROVED PLANS AND ENGINEER 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 #711471. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. TH | — | LK CONCEPTS LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4316 N LAWRENCE ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED ACCESSORY STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | C | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4320-22 GERMANTOWN 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. Relocating registers and diffusers with no change in air-flow rates or building occupancy. The airflow is less than 2,000 feet per minute. | — | MAHARI BAILEY | C | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1931 W WILLARD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 3852 N 16TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19140 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4320-22 GERMANTOWN AVE | AlterationsInstallation of 1 mop sink, 1 water fountain, 1 kitchen sink & 1 lavatory. | — | Honest Plumbing & Heating LLC | C | 19140 |