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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 7437 BEVERLY RD | Addition and/or AlterationBasement and 1st floor renovations for the existing single family dwelling relocate the stair, install new bathroom and finish basement. No habitable rooms in the basement. details per plan. | — | MARK LAWSON | 19138 | |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 846 E WOODLAWN ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF A FOUR (4) STORY-DETACHED STRUCTURE WITH A PENTHOUSE AND ELEVATOR OVERRUN ON THE ROOF. FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY (TOTAL THIRTY-FIVE (35) DWELLING UNITS, INCLUDING (4) AFFORDABLE UNITS, (5) GREEN ROOF BONUS WITH A VACANT COMMERCIAL SPACE (USE REGISTRATION REQUIRED PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY) AT THE GROUND FLOOR ALONG PRIMARY FRONTAGE FOR A MINIMUM OF 30 FEET; AND TWELVE (12) ACCESSORY CLASS 1A BICYCLE PARKING SPACES LOCATED ALONG AN ACCESSIBLE ROUTE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN THE |
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| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 5727 N 20TH 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 Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 7419 WOOLSTON AVE | 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. Install 60K BTU heat pump system, ductwork, and 10 registers | — | ANDRIUS RATKEVICIUS INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 9, 2026 | 7108 WOOLSTON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | IN A FLASH PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 7373 RUGBY ST | Addition and/or AlterationPHDC Trade Work Order #224625 Replacing 100 AMP service, new 30 space panel, GFCI, smoke detectors, co detector, surge protector & fused box over basement stairs. (FISHING METHOD) | — | Prompt & Reliable Construction Inc | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 821 E CHELTEN AVE | ExcavationFOR AN EXCAVATION WORK FOR A NEW CONSTRUCTION. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021** | — | SD GENERAL CONTRACTOR | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 8, 2026 | 5728 N BEECHWOOD ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 7, 2026 | 1601-35 E WALNUT LN | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE STRUCTURAL WORK, NEW PARTITIONS, DOORS, AND MILLWORK AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *2021 IEBC* | — | DANIEL J. KEATING COMPANY | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 7, 2026 | 7446 E WALNUT LN | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing replacing ct and fai | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 7, 2026 | 1908 DALLAS 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 | — | — | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 1616 WYNSAM 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 a 76K BTU furnace, 2.5 ton condenser, ductwork & 10 diffusers. | — | MARK LAWSON | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 7230 BRIAR RD | Addition and/or AlterationRear deck addition to an existing single family dwelling, details per plan. No other work included. | — | SEAMLESS CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 1616 WYNSAM ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 100 AMP Electrical Service with Main circuit breaker panel and proper Grounding and Bonding. Rewire house throughout. Install lighting, switches and receptacles. Install 120 Volt interconnected Smoke/CO alarms. Install dedicated branch circuit for the A/C unit with disconnect outdoor. All work to be performed according to 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | PETER SHKOLNIK | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 3, 2026 | 7419 WOOLSTON AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | PLUMETRIX INC | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 823 E CHELTEN AVE | ExcavationFOR EXCAVATION WORK ASSOCIATED WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE (3) STORY MULTI-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER APPROVED PLANS. WORK TO INCLUDE TEMPORARY EXCAVATION SUPPORT SYSTEM. NO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT. *2021 IBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR BUILDING CONSTRUCTION** | — | SD GENERAL CONTRACTOR | C | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 2144 HOMER 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. Replace existing boiler only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | MARTIN BEAN RENOVATION & ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 6941 FORREST AVE | 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. Install new HVAC system, AC, new ductwork, and 12 diffusers | — | DERRICK TOWNES | 19138 |
| Issued Sep 2, 2026 | 840 E CHELTEN AVE | New ConstructionInstall 300 amp service with grounding. Install (4) 125 amp panels, (1) 60 amp house panel, receptacles, lighting, smoke/CO alarms, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. Install fire alarm system as per 2016 NFPA 72. | — | DERRICK TOWNES | C | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 6941 FORREST AVE | 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 Rewire entire house | — | DERRICK TOWNES | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1366 E HAINES ST | New ConstructionFOR THE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF 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 | Homecourt construction llc | C | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 1525 E TULPEHOCKEN 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 Replace outlets, lights and switches,install outlet in kit and back bedrooms All Wires Are Fished | — | Vincent Williams | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 27, 2026 | 829 E RITTENHOUSE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 7219 OGONTZ AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | INGRAMS DRAIN & SEWER INC | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 7026 LOUISE 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. Replacement of 80k btu gas boiler. Same in kind and in place. No new duct/piping. | — | Nation Builders LLC | 19138 |