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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1913 CARPENTER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace CT, MD, FAI, & 3/4" WATER SERVICE | — | BILL FRUSCO PLUMBING & HEATING | 19146 | |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2307 LOMBARD ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R TO ACCOMMODATE THE 4TH FLOOR OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. INSTALLATION TO INCLUDE 2" FIRE SERVICE LINE AND 2." DC WILKINS 950 XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA |
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| ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC |
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| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2221-25 SOUTH ST | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION AS PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | HSC CONSTRUCTION INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2049 FEDERAL ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-008791 | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1439 S CARLISLE ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire existing single-family dwelling. Install new panel, wiring, switches, receptacles, lighting, and hardwired interconnected smoke alarms. All work to comply with the 2020 NEC and local codes. | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1541 S MYRTLEWOOD ST | AlterationsReplace water service. - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BURKE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2122 SAINT ALBANS 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. 80K BTU 92% furnace, 3 ton AC, ductwork, and 10 diffusers | — | A & G HEATING AND COOLING LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2326 FITZWATER ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.- For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Alteration/Repair is STRICTLY PROHIBITED with this demolition only permit. | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 406 S VAN PELT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 1230 S 26TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. INSTALL CT, FAI, MD, 1.5" WATER LINE. | — | La electric 1 | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 6, 2026 | 2628 SEARS ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb Trap FAI | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 2038 MONTROSE 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1603 FEDERAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationFire Alarm Installation as per 2016 NFPA 72 and the 2018 City of Philadelphia Fire Code all work per approved plans | — | HERBERT T SPEACH | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1439 S CARLISLE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | BOKE PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1719-27 WASHINGTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall New outlets and switches and Lights throughout , Install new additional Fire Alarm Horns and strobes and Pull Station to existing Equipment , Install new grounding System as per NEC 2017 Code all work per approved plans | — | Reid's Electrical Specialist Inc | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 2049 FEDERAL 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 | — | Red Line Construction, LLC | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 1905 LEAGUE 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 5, 2026 | 2131 CROSS ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 2716 SOUTH 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 | — | — | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1232 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH 2 " WILKINS 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Philadelphia Fire Protection Pros | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 2533 MANTON ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001677 | — | AIR TIGHT HEATING AND COOLING | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1719-27 WASHINGTON AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISITNG COMMERCIAL BUILIDNG. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. INSTALLATION OF ALL NEW DOMESTIC PIPING AS SHOWN ON PLAN. SANITARY PIPING IS LIMITED TO 3 LAVATORYS, 2 KITCHEN SINKS, AND 1 WASHER BOX. ALL OTHER SANITARY FIXTURES AND PIPING IS EXISITNG. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLE | — | LC PLUMBING & MECHANICALS INC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1903 KIMBALL 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 | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 2324 SAINT ALBANS ST | EZ Masonry Facade ReplacementStrip paint and point brick on front facade as per Philadelphia Historical Approval- "PHC staff to review paint removal, cutout, and pointing samples for final approval. ". | — | — | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 1270 S DOVER ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard. Install new lighting, receptacles and switches. Replace receptacles and switches. Fishing wires through walls, all work to be done according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | BULL ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19146 |