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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5502 LITCHFIELD ST | Make Safe Permit For RPMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO RESOLVE CASE VIOLATION # CF-2024-039936 TO REPAIR COLLAPSED REAR WALL AS PER THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND APPROVED ENGINEER PLANS. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2024-039936. “IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND C | — | Melvin Trappier | 19143 | |
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| Issued Oct 1, 2026 |
| 1622 S WILTON 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 |
| — |
| mark g ebner |
| 19143 |
| Issued Oct 1, 2026 | 5826 CEDARHURST 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 | — | mark g ebner | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 30, 2026 | 435 COBBS CREEK PKWY | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 4529 BALTIMORE AVE | Alterations3-comp sink/ 1 mop sink/ 1 comp sink /1 hand sink/ 1 floor drain / 1 comp pre sink | — | FLOW TEMP 368 GEN CONTRACTING | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 5525 WALTON 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. 2.5 TON heat pump, 2.5-ton air handler. Condensers will be installed in the back of the house. 10 Registers/Diffusers. | — | Maryanne Haimovitch | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 5128 WALTON 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* | — | Maryanne Haimovitch | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 5525 WALTON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Panos Master Plumbing LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 4919 CATHARINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK. | 3 | LK Builders LLC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 1101 S 53RD ST | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT ON THE GROUND FLOOR OF AN EXISTING BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. NO ALTERATIONS ON THIS PERMIT. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 29, 2026 | 446 S 49TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationINSTALL WIRING, RECEPTACLE OUTLETS, LIGHTING AND SWITCHES WHERE REQUIRED THROUGHOUT HOUSE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2020 NEC. FISHING ONLY | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 6026 CEDARHURST ST | AlterationsReplace house trap and fresh air inlet. | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 5400 LINDBERGH BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationTemp service for construction site trailers, site power and lighting as per 2020 NEC. | — | DOUGHERTY ELECTRIC INC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 5731 WOODLAND AVE | Change of UseBusiness Support | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 28, 2026 | 5918 WINDSOR 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 INSTALLING A 200 AMP SERVICE COMPLETE (NOTE: UPGRADING FROM 100 AMPS to 200 AMPS REPLACING VARIOUS DEFECTIVE SWITCHES, FIXTURES, OUTLETS. INSTALLING (5) 20 AMP CIRCUITS FOR APPLIANCES. (ALL FISHED & SURFACE MOUNT WIRING. INSTALLING BATTERY SMOKE DETECTORS. | — | lec-tron | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 27, 2026 | 6049 DELANCEY ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations to an existing attached structure to convert for the use as a 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. No structural work proposed. | — | ANDI VELIU | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 26, 2026 | 5241 WEBSTER 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 1340 S 56TH 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. PHDC Work order:Vented exhaust fan in 2nd floor bathroom. | — | LOPEZ & LOPEZ BUILDERS LLP | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5820 ASHLAND AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing semi-detached single-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. | — | HHH Construction Company | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 910 S 51ST ST | New construction, addition, GFA change3rd floor and rear addition to an existing two story structure as per approved plan. NTE 38' in height. No roof deck associated with this permit. | — | Elevated Building Co. | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 5129 CHESTER AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS AND WITH NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION AT EXISTING ATTACHED BUILDING. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND PLUMBING WORK. | 2 | ELITE COMPANIES INC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 25, 2026 | 4741 UPLAND ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | Honest Plumbing & Heating LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 5100 PINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND INSTALLATION OF PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AND FURNISHINGS. AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | BUZZ BURGER INC. | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 841 S ALDEN ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap Fai | — | Gary Thompson | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 24, 2026 | 2143 S 57TH 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 REPLACING 200AMP PANEL OUTSIDE SERVICE CABLE & METER SOCKET MAIN GROUDING SYSTEM UPGRADE PROPERLY SIZED CIRCUIT BREAKERS WHOLE HOUSE SURGE PROTECTION NO OTHER WORK BEING DONE SERVICE SIZE HAS INCREASED FROM 100AMP TO 200AMP | — | JDV ELECTRIC, LLC | 19143 |