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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 1721 W WINGOHOCKING ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR 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 TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Christopher S Truszkowski | 19140 | |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 |
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| 3542 N 5TH ST |
| Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" Water service |
| — |
| BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. |
| 19140 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 613 W BRISTOL ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | DMC ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP INC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4524 N MOLE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | TRADEMARK PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 1208 W AIRDRIE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing attached two-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | PHASE II HOME REMODELING AND REPAIRS | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 3533 N 19TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemoving 2 windows and installing a door in their place. Removing bushes in the front by the windows and excavating the dirt to pour a concrete pad to install a wheelchair lift. lift installation shall be as per manufacture's instructions. no other work included. | — | Accessibility Solutions 360 | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 446 SAINT PAUL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing replace curb trap & FAI | — | CARLOS MERCADO JR | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 4527 N CAMAC ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace outdoor light fixture existing power from switch. | — | TJT ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 726 W ROOSEVELT BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, REPAIR/REPLACEMENT OF STAIRS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY (4 UNIT) HOUSEHOLD LIVING. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND DOCUMENTATION. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL, OR FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ************************ | 4 | Sherrelle Mitchell | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2103 W TIOGA ST | Rough-InRough-In Fire Alarm as per plans, 600 amp Service, Rewire Building | — | WILLIAM SOMMERVILLE | C | 19140 |
| 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 | 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 | 3826 GERMANTOWN AVE | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process. All existing layers of roof coverings shall first be removed prior to installation of new roof coverings under the following conditions: - Existing roof or roof covering is water-damaged or deteriorat | — | — | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1427 W WYOMING AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Coffelt Contracting | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3939 DELL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3853 N 10TH 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 | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 625 W LURAY ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD INTO PROPERTY. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3351 N 19TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A NEW MECHANICAL SYSTEM INSTALLATION. FOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Climate-tech Inc | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 4121 N REESE 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 Jul 23, 2026 | 3216-60 N BROAD ST | Addition and/or Alteration HORIZONTAL CABLING: Cabling will be Superior/Essex Category 6+ plenum rated 4-pair for network applications and Superior/Essex Category 6A plenum rated 4-pair for wireless applications. •Provide and install one hundred twenty-five (125) flush mount dual locations. •Provide and install sixteen (16) single wall phone locations. •Provide and install twelve (12) surface mount single wireless access point locations. •Provide labor to install twelve (12) customer-provided wireless access points. •Pro | — | BLUESTONE COMMUNICATIONS INC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1949 W BRISTOL ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3739 N 16TH ST | AlterationsALTERATION/CONVERSION TO CREATE A 3 FAMILY BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | PHILIP RENNINGER | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2119 W ERIE AVE | AlterationsInstallation of 2 water closets, 2 lavatories, 2 shower/tubs, 2 kitchen sinks and 2 laundry outlets. | — | B8 Construction LLC | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3739 N 16TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, GRDs, EXHAUSTS FOR BATHROOMS, CLOTHES DRYERS, AND TRASH CLOSETS, AND ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IMC. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. SEE CP-2025-006330 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | SERG SERGMAN LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2107 W ONTARIO ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL 200 AMP ELECTRICAL SERVICE, METER SOCKET AND CIRCUIT BREAKER PANEL WITH PROPER GROUNDING AND BONDING. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | Newman Lewis | 19140 |