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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1613 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER’S SPECIFICATIONS. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Direct Air LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 |
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| 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. 2.5 ton HVAC system, ductwork, and 7 diffusers |
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| WCD CONSTRUCTION |
| 19148 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4950 N WARNOCK 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 | — | — | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 4845 N 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace existing 200amp service. Install 2 gang meter socket. Install 100amp disconnect and 60amp panel for garage. Install 100amp panel on 1st floor. Rewire garage, fishing wire. All work to be perform according to the 2017 NEC and per executed contract. | — | Newman Lewis | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6301 GRAYS AVE | Commercial Make Safe PermitMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH UNSAFE VIOLATION CF-2026-061245 FOR REPAIRS TO EXTERIOR MASONRY WALL PER APPROVED PLANS, ENGINEER'S REPORT AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801. LICENSED PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR REPAIRS MADE UNDER THIS PERMIT. THE ENGINEER MUST SUBMIT A SEALED STATEMENT TO THE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMING THAT THE STRUCTURE IS IN SOUND CONDITION AT COMPLETION. | 1 | Ernest Green jr | C | 19142 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 126 ALEXIS LN | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF TWO (2) HORIZONTAL ADDITIONS TO THE SIDE AND REAR OF AN EXISTING DETACHED SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND PLUMBING WORK* | — | LONSTA CONTRACTOR LLC | 19115 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 2337 N CARLISLE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | ROSCOE COOK | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 1818 SANGER ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall 4 arc fault GFCI breakers, install 3 smoke detectors one in each bedroom, install 1 outdoor receptacle for back of the house, replace 10 receptacles throughout the property, install 3 dedicated circuits one in each bedroom, replace 10 toggle switches throughout the property. *** WORK WILL BE DONE BY FISHING WIRING.*** | — | Victor M Casiano Nogueras | 19124 |
| Issued Jul 22, 2026 | 6548 W WALNUT PARK DR | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a detached accessory structure (gazebo). Size and location as shown on plans. | — | SPRINGSIDE SCHOOL | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 2401 WALNUT ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide labor and materials to wire and install one (1) 100A circuit breaker, one (1) 112.5 kVA transformer, and one (1) 225A distribution panel in accordance with the provided project prints and 2017 NEC. | — | TIMOTHY V LIPCZYNSKI | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 352 S 4TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY STRUCTURE AS PER APPROVED PLAN. *SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND MECHANICAL WORK* | — | The Buildwell Group LLC | 19106 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1374 NARRAGANSETT 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 | — | LOPEZ & LOPEZ BUILDERS LLP | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 3060 RICHMOND ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | — | C | 19134 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 4505 N 5TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Single-Family; Eating and Drinking Establishments - Sit-Down Restaurant | — | LUIS CASTILLO ACCOUNTING & TAX SERVI | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6226 OGONTZ AVE | Addition and/or Alteration(17) 15 amperes duplex receptacle, (9) switch replacement, (4) install flush mount led ceiling fixture, (2) replace dining room fixture, (2) replace bedroom fixture, (4) new receptacle and circuit, (2) 3-way switch replacement, replace fixture, replace exterior fixture, install exterior fixture, (2) ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit, fluorescent fixture, ground fault receptacle, close junction box, (2) 10 yr smoke detector, install smoke/co detector. fishing only Residential Service | — | ANTHONY DEREK MUHAMMAD | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1300 PATTISON AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)FOR THE ERECTION OF EIGHT (8) ACCESSORY SIGNS (INCLUDING two (2) FREESTANDING SIGN AND six (6) WALL SIGNS. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS. PER THE “MASTER PLAN” AND BY ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL (BILL NO. 100363) | — | SAUL EWING LLP | C | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1614 S 10TH 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. Install (2) furnaces, one furnace in the basement and one on the 2nd floor. Both will be 96% high efficency units with 2.5 ton condensors to be placed in the rear yard. There will be 12 supply registers and 3 returns in total. | — | NED MYERS | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6141 N 16TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6245 HAZEL AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Ryan Hughes | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6118 E WISTER ST | New ConstructionInstall 400A service ,all wiring for apartments, em.lighting 110v interconnected smoke alarms. ALL WORK IS TO BE DONE ACCORDING TO APPROVED DRAWINGS-2017 NEC. **NO FIRE ALARM ON THIS PERMIT** NOTED: METER BANK ON FRONT OF BUILDING- | — | DERRICK TOWNES | C | 19138 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 2310 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the addition of roof decks and access stairs above the second and third floor roofs. Size and location per plan. | — | HENRY M CRUZ | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1601 W HUNTINGDON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Austin Batenga | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1900-34 JOHN F KENNEDY BLVD | Addition and/or AlterationInstall two-bathroom outlets off nearby existing circuit by fishing wires throughout. | — | ROBERT J MANDER | C | 19103 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 5930 CITY 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 | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1944 S 29TH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | — | C | 19145 |