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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 1612 S LAWRENCE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19148 | |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 38 JACKSON ST | Special Event - Short Term COFOR A TEMPORARY CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY (TCO) FOR A HAUNTED HOUSE FROM 10/02/2026 UNTIL 11/06/2026 WITHIN THE BASEMENT LEVEL OF AN EXISTING TWO (2) STORY BUILDING. FIRE WATCH AND FIRE DEPARTMENT NOTIFICATION REQUIRED. NO WORK ON THIS PERMIT. MAIN ENTRANCE IS ON JACKSON STREET. TEMPORARY USE AND STRUCTURE SHALL COMPLY WITH CODE BULLETIN NO. A-1501 R1. **STREET CLOSURE PERMIT REQUIRED FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF STREETS** SPRINKLER CERTIFICATION REQUIRED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF THIS TCO** |
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| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 1020 PATTISON AVE | Temporary Tents and CanopiesASSEMBLY USE TENT - LAWFUL OCCUPANCY SHALL BE AS POSTED - REMOVAL DATE ELECTRICAL PERMIT REQUIRED, UNLESS POWER IS PROVIDED THROUGH EXISTING EXTERIOR GROUND FAULT PROTECTED RECEPTACLES AND POWER CORDS ARE RATED EXTRA HEAVY DUTY WITH U. L. LABEL STATING SUCH RATING. NO COOKING OR HEATING PERMITTED WITH THIS APPROVAL. Streets Department permit is required for street closure prior to the start work if applicable. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 2839 S 10TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 607 PIERCE ST | AlterationsFor 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 | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 427 MCKEAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | Matthew Beeco | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g indoor pyro and flame effects. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 223 TREE ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior alterations include structural repairs, remodeling and updating the existing interior spaces without changing the building's footprint or structure. details per plan. | — | POINT BREEZE CONSTRUCTION LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 346 MERCY ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.- For the interior demolition on NON-Load-Bearing partition walls and ceilings ONLY as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Alteration/repair of any kind is STRICTLY PROHIBITED under this permit type. | — | — | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 607 PIERCE ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-036843. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 609 Pierce. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | MANGUAL DEMOLITION INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 214 PIERCE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE WATER HEATER. | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 733 MOORE 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. | — | SKYLAND DEVELOPMENT LP | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 22, 2026 | 412 EMILY ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-007910 | — | FERKO PLUMBING & HEATING CO INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1020 PATTISON AVE | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display1.4 g indoor Pyro and flame units. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 825 PIERCE ST | New Construction or AdditionsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | THOMAS UHL | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1300 PATTISON AVE | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics DisplayAll effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2440 S PERCY ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Curb trap and fresh air inlet repair | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 2823 S CAMAC 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 Replacement of existing 100 amps service. No increase in 100 amps service. Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Fireworks / Pyrotechnics Display104 g close proximity pryo and flame. All effect shall adhere to the 2018 Philadelphia Fire Code and applicable NFPA referenced standards. These shall include but not limited to NFPA 1126,1123 and NFPA 160. The safe operation of all effects is the responsibility of the shooter. Permit approval is subject to a demo to the assigned Fire Code official. | — | — | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 1813 S ORIANNA ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2021-018072 | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 3601 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationHook up twin 500kw portable generator as per NEC for Flyers opening night 09/28/26 thru 09/30/26 provide stand by electrician also. | — | MICHAEL GITLIN | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 20, 2026 | 2612 S CAMAC ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | David R Smith | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 2301 S BROAD ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall Lighting, Fire Alarm, receptacles, branch wiring -2nd fl CT SCANNING . 2020 NEC. | — | J.W. Carrigan | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1606 E PASSYUNK AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-003931: Install a 400-amp electrical service, including wiring and equipment as required with four (4) meter packs, including proper grounding and bonding. Install one (1) 100-amp subpanel for the house panel, one (1) 150-amp subpanel for the commercial space, and one (1) 125-amp subpanel for each of the two (2) dwelling units. Provide electrical wiring throughout the building, including installation of lighting fixtures, switches, exit signs, emergency ligh | — | PROMPT PLUMBING MECH CONTR INC | C | 19148 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 302 WINTON ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" 950XLT2BFSS BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | 19148 |