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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 732 MCKEAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire throughout with lights, outlets, switches, fixtures, smoke/co detectors. Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 TO 200 as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | CALLISTO ENERGY MANAGEMENT CORPORATION | 19148 | |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 9307 KREWSTOWN RD |
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| AlterationsALTERATIONS TO BANK. . INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 |
| — |
| LOR-MAR MECHANICAL SERVICES LLC |
| C |
| 19115 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1020 BORBECK AVE | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | PJ FITZPATRICK INC | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 549 SANGER ST | Alterationsreplace cub trap / fresh air inlet | — | BARRYMORE RICHARDS | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 821 FITZWATER ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | AK SCORPION INC | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 130 N 18TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install low voltage security devices and cameras as per drawings. 2020 NEC. | — | HATZEL & BUEHLER INC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2443 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A TWO-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. | — | Charles G. Hunter III | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4626 LESHER ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | PJ FITZPATRICK INC | 19124 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6330 LIMEKILN PIKE | 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 outlets, switches, lights Gfi's smokes and carbons throughout | — | Vincent Williams | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1501-39 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationAlterations throughout space. Adding lights, exits, receptacles, outlets, and fire alarm devices. All work per approved plans NEC 2017 & NFPA 2016 | — | Madden Electric Associates, Inc | C | 19102 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 605 N BODINE 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 | — | — | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4012 MARKET ST | Change of UseRetail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries; Retail Sales - Consumer Goods | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1112 N HANCOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationsINSTALLATION OF HVAC EQUIPMENT FOR RESTAURANT TENANT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | GEN3 CONSTRUCTION COMPANY INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2433 S MILLICK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19142 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2841 NORCOM CT | Addition and/or AlterationINTERIOR RENOVATIONS AND FOR THE ERECTION OF VERTICAL ADDITION (RAISED ROOF) TO AN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED BUILDING. DETAILS AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | the starrett group | 19154 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2018-32 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewiring an apartment unit inside of an apartment building. Installing new non-metallic Romex cable for lighting receptacles smoke detectors appliances switches and throughout the dwelling. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per approved executed contract. | — | marquis henderson | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4511 CHESTER AVE | 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 PERMIT TYPE. | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2501 OAKFORD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS WITH CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY AT LOWER LEVEL OF EXISTING BUILDING. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | Reed St Builders LLC | C | 19146 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 585 PARKER AVE | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-007258 | — | AK SCORPION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2443 N 11TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM IN ACCORDANCE WITN NFPA 13D, WITH A TWO-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. | — | Charles G. Hunter III | 19133 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 5851 CARPENTER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1612 FRENCH ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | STEED HVAC LLC. | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 3728 CHESTNUT 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 | — | — | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1890 VINEYARD ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2021-016120 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 915 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN SEMI-DETACHED 2-STORY STRUCTURE. STRUCTURE FOR USE AS SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. THE BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMIITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | 1 | V&V Investment Inc | 19150 |