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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Aug 4, 2026 | 5723 WOODCREST AVE | 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 | — | — | 19131 | |
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| 1524 N 57TH ST |
| Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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. Install 80k gas furnace, 2.5k ton ac and 12 Diffusers/Registers connected to new ductwork |
| — |
| PROPERTY TWINS RENOVATION LLC |
| 19131 |
| Issued Aug 3, 2026 | 5432 HARLAN ST | Addition and/or AlterationRemove and replace approximately 10 ft. x 5 ft. of broken concrete sidewalk (existing sidewalk panels/squares). Construct a new 3 ft. x 4 ft. reinforced concrete landing/platform with four concrete steps turning left, including concrete footings. | — | Joshua Perez | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 1, 2026 | 507 N 52ND ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE 3/4" WATER SERVICE | — | CARLOS MERCADO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 5303 W GIRARD AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED THREE (3) STORY BUILDING OF TYPE VB CONSTRUCTION FOR THE USE OF R2 OCCUPANCY (3 DWELLING UNITS). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN THE BUILDING FACADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 3306 OF THE 2018 IBC. | 3 | FIELD VISION PROPERTIES INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-002651 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-002648 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 5392 W MONTGOMERY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationReplace crown heater with new electrical base heater | — | PHILLY TELECOM | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-002647 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-002649 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 31, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2024-002650 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 4401 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationAdd low frequency sounders to 5 new apartments per APPROVED plans .-2017 NEC,2016 NFPA-72. | — | B SAFE INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 5334 W GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS WITH PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY (NO CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY CLASSIFICATION, GROUP R-3 TO GROUP R-3) TO CREATE A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING WITHIN AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. EXISTING BUILDING NOT REQUIRED TO BE SPRINKLERED. *2021 IEBC REVIEW* *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | Christopher S Truszkowski | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 30, 2026 | 3939 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING MIXED USE HIGH RISE WITH COMMERCIAL SPACES AND APARTMENTS. . 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 | — | E. J. RAITH MECHANICAL INC. | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002649 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 5743 HADDINGTON LN | 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 | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002651 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002655 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002647 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002652 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002654 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002648 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 29, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2024-002653 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. **APPROVED PUMP & BACKFLOW ASSEMBLY LOCATED IN BUILDING 14 - SEE FP-2024-001118** | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 28, 2026 | 4088 CONSHOHOCKEN AVE | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. **APPROVED PUMP & BACKFLOW ASSEMBLY LOCATED IN BUILDING 14 - SEE FP-2024-001118** | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | 19131 |