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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 6325 GILLESPIE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19135 | |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3332 KENSINGTON AVE | New ConstructionINSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13 (1ST FLOOR) AND NFPA 13R (2ND FLOOR) WITH A FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION, BACKKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND 2" SERVICE LINE, THROUGHOUT A TWO (2) STORY STRUCTURE. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRE FOR ALL PLUMBING WORK |
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| ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC |
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| 19134 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 702 E CHELTEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ALTERATION TO THE FRONT PORCH OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | QUENTIN L ROGERS | 19144 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 3401-99 SPRUCE ST | Addition and/or AlterationPer the historical society: No exterior work permitted as part of this permit. Electrical Scope: Install new lighting, theatrical lighting, lighting controls, HVAC power wiring. Install one lighting inverter, four 200A enclosed circuit breakers, and four relay panels as per the single line on E-502. Install one fire alarm relay for equipment. All work per approved plans, NEC 2017 & NFPA 2016 | — | Liberty Integrated Solutions, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2105-07 N FRONT ST | Rough-InRough-In Permit for FP-2026-001557 INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13/13 (residential) | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19122 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1206 WALLACE ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A ONE-INCH COMBINED FIRE SERVICE LINE, AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | ONEIDA FIRE PROTECTION INC | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 140 S BROAD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | HERMAN GOLDNER CO INC | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 5637 LARCHWOOD AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 4127 MAYWOOD ST | Addition and/or AlterationAMEND 07/24/2026 Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Residential Service Equipment increase from 100 Amps to 200 Amps. All equipment to be installed rated for 200A. Partial kitchen rewire, home run circuit for front bedroom receptacles.***NEC 2020 FISH ONLY*** - Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amp | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19124 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 5912 WEYMOUTH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE STORM, SANI TRAPS IN SAME DITCH AND STORM LINE TO HOUSE. | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2012-14 CHESTNUT ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | DWD MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1441 S 13TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1929 N VAN PELT ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING AND SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (NO UNDERPINNING ON THIS PERMIT). ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY. | 1 | JR COMPLETE CONSTRUCTION INC | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-006426 | — | H&W MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 6501-95 E ROOSEVELT BLVD | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) STATICALLY ILLUMINATED WALL SIGN. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE APPLICATION / PLANS. SEPARATE ELECTRICAL PERMITS ARE REQURIED. | — | — | C | 19149 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1330 RHAWN ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate (3) sprinkler heads | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2000-24 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLICANCE, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-006414 | — | H&W MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 8738 OLD LINE RD | 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 | — | — | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 534 BELGRADE ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Install 100A Sub-panel Rough in cables in kitchen to existing locations Rough in cables in power room to existing locations install new lights & receptacles ***All materials and devices to be purchased by the owner. | — | DAVIS S OWENS GROUP | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 9430 ACADEMY RD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & 20' OF MD. | — | MWI Mechanical, Inc. | C | 19114 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 4130 BARNETT ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. New 3/4" copper service into the property w/ new ball valves. | — | AQUA PLUMBING & HEATING LLC | 19135 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2411 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-006422 | — | H&W MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1521 RITNER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. CURB TRAP & FRESH AIR INLET | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 7404 CLARIDGE ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story addition, to include a balcony at the second floor, at the rear of an existing semi-detached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Permit Philly LLC | 19111 |