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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 2061 AMBER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A VERTICAL ADDITION (ROOF ACCESS LADDER FOR MAINTENANCE ONLY) TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION OF SOLAR ARRAY SYSTEM* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK** | — | JCLR CONSTRUCTION LLC. | 19125 | |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 2057 E YORK ST |
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| Addition and/or AlterationFor the erection of a second floor addition and an exterior deck, and for interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached 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. |
| — |
| Fremont Homes - 35 Newberry LLC |
| 19125 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 2009 E DAUPHIN ST | New ConstructionERECT THREE STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE WITH CELLAR, ROOF DECK AND ACCESS PILOT HOUSE (FOR STAIRS AND LANDING ONLY). USE AS SINGLE FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. DETAILS AS SHWON IN THE PLANS AND DOCUMENTS. NO EXCAVATION BELOW 5 FEET FROM GRADE. | 1 | HIMA BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1001-99 N DELAWARE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY) FOR RENOVATIONS TO EXISTING BAR/RESTAURANT WITHIN EXISTING CASINO BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP OR FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 1 | Encompass Develop, Design & Construct LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 2619 E HAGERT 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. 92% 40K BTU furnace, 2 ton AC unit, ductwork, and 9 diffusers | — | AC COMFORT SERVICE INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1808 FRANKFORD AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF HVAC APPLIANCES, EQUIPMENT, DUCTWORK AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS PER APPROVED PLANS AND MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. *2018 IMC REVIEW* | — | IGS SERVICES LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1107 E HEWSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 27, 2026 | 1122 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS, AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH 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. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Sanks Mechanical | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 25, 2026 | 1716 FRANKFORD AVE | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing CT, FAI & MD. | — | Apex Mechanical Inc | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 328 E THOMPSON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD | — | ROTO-ROOTER SERVICE CO. INC. | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2360 E YORK ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeRear addition with roof deck and roof deck access structure to an attach structure. Size and location per plan. | — | GAOFENG ZHENG | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 448 E FLORA ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached 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. | — | Benito Contreras | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2010 E YORK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Ryan Hughes | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1731 SEPVIVA 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 | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1630 E HEWSON ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Austin Batenga | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2639 BRADDOCK ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS AND CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING AND FIRE SUPPRESSION. | 1 | Chris Steinbiss | C | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 24, 2026 | 2442 E GORDON 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 | — | Ameris Estates Lending LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009200 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009208 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1344 E MONTGOMERY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationREWIRE HOUSE THROUGHOUT. INSTALL LIGHTING, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES OUTLETS. INSTALL DEDICATED BRANCH CIRCUITS TO SUPPLY POWER TO APPLIANCES AND HVAC EQUIPMENT. INSTALL 120 VOLTS INTERCONNECTED SMOKE/CO ALARMS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO THE 2017 NEC AND PER EXECUTED CONTRACT. | — | STEVEN PITTAOULIS | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009197 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009205 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 1600 E BERKS ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-009211 | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | 19125 |
| Issued Jul 23, 2026 | 2240 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, DUCTLESS SYSTEMS, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION. | — | KAPS CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19125 |