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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1722 S EDGEWOOD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | MARC K DANIELS | 19142 | |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1827 JUDSON 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 |
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| SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP |
| 19121 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 744-48 S 11TH ST | Minor DemolitionFOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING ONE (1) STORY ATTACHED MASONRY STRUCTURE. DEMOLITION TO BE DONE BY HAND AND WITH HAND TOOLS ONLY. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAFETY DEMOLITION PLAN AND SUCH PLAN TO BE MAINTAINED ON SITE AT ALL TIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. ANY DEVIATION WILL REQUIRE AN AMENDED BUILDING PERMIT. PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION TO BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO START OF WORK AND TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL DEMOLITION | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1232 GERRITT 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 Installation of a 4.500 kW solar system, consisting of (10) SIRIUS SOLAR: ELNSM54M-HC-N-450 DC:BS-E-J,450W AND (10) ENPHASE: IQ8HC-72-M-DOM-US (240V) MICROINVERTERS AS PER 2020 NEC. **THIS PERMIT IS IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE EXPEDITED SOLAR PERMIT STANDARD** | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 313 E BRINGHURST ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of a two-story attached structure. Size and location per plan. | — | Adam Montalbano | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 322 MILNE ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor the legalization of the front and rear additions to an existing 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. **THIS IS NOT APPROVAL OF THE EXISTING CONDITIONS. THE EXISTING WORK WILL REQUIRE ALTERATIONS TO MATCH THE APPROVED ZONING AND BUILDING PLANS.** | — | THOMAS T PEARSE | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 433 W YORK ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-B CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A TWO-FAMILY DWELLING (GROUP R-3). BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IBC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2021 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED. B | 2 | ZITO COLOGERO | 19133 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 856 N LECOUNT ST | Addition and/or AlterationWire throughout a 3rd floor renovation with outlets, switches, light fixtures and smoke detectors as per code. | — | EXPRESS POWER INC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 3624 MARKET 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. Furnish labor to relocate 3 existing diffusers with no wall penetrations within a single tenant space area, in compliance with attached signed EZ Permit Standards, Ductwork and Warm-Air Appliances Form | — | HUNTER MECHANICAL INC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 5212 GAINOR RD | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard replace 8 light fixtures replace switches replace outlets install 10 dedicated lines using wire mold and fishing wires replace 6 gfci replace 10 light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 3711 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS (NO CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY ) TO A PORTION OF THE 2ND AND 11TH FLOOR LEVEL OF AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. . ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE SELECTIVE WALL DEMOLITION AND THE INSTALLATION OF NEW WALL PARTITIONS, PROVIDE FINISHES AND FURNISHINGS THROUGHOUT AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2021**EXISTING BUILDING FULLY SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR | 2 | Rycon Construction, Inc. | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 446 BELGRADE 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 Installation of a 6.30 kW solar system, consisting of (14) SIRIUS ELNSM54M-HC-N-450, AND (14) ENPHASE IQ8HC-72-M-DOM-US (240V) MICROINVERTERS AS PER 2020 NEC. | — | SOLAR STATES LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4622 WAYNE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | DANIEL OLMEDA | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 8415 LYONS PL | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS 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 TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL ELECTRICAL WORK. | — | — | 19153 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1023 CLINTON ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementFor the replacement of exterior windows and doors as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. windows to be installed with an inset, as shown on drawings as per PHC **Existing Philadelphia Historic Property** Replacing 2 Twin Windows | — | — | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1112-20 LOMBARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace old panel with new 60amp panel one, relocate lights in kitchen, living room and bathroom and relocate outlets in kitchen | — | EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 2182 E HUNTINGDON ST | AlterationsInstalling 1 area drain, 1 kitchen sink, 1 laundry outlet, 2 lavatories, 2 shower/tubs & 2 water closets. | — | MARKO TRAVAS | 19125 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4737 SALEM 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 | 19124 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 1621 PAGE ST | Addition and/or AlterationDISTRIBUTION PANEL - 30 SPACE PANEL -INSTALL BATHROOM FIXTURE / EXHAUST FAN -REPAIR JUNCTION BOX -3-WAY SWITCH REPLACEMENT -COMBO ARC-FAULT / GFCI BREAKER -GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE -INSTALL SMOKE/CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR, 10 YEAR BATTERY -BASEMENT/FIRST FLOOR, ARC FAULT, 20 AMP -15 AMPERE DUPLEX RECEPTACLE, ARC FAULT -SWITCH REPLACEMENT - TOGGLE SWITCH -UNDERWRITER INSPECTION -MISC. -PERMIT -fishing wire thru wall PER NEC20 -service size is not increasing | — | HOLDER INC | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 7611 WILLIAMS AVE | Alterations - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | LOWRY ELECTRIC INC | 19150 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 2000 W NORRIS ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN APPLIANCE 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. | — | DEVINE BROTHERS INC. | C | 19121 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 840 E CHELTEN AVE | New Construction or Additions- Exterior Storm and Sanitary Plumbing for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. - Exterior Water Distribution for New Construction in accordance with EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | THOMAS UHL | C | 19138 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4325 WAYNE AVE | 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 | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 3021 EDGEMONT ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT DUCTWORK & WARM-AIR APPLIANCES- For the installation if New Ductwork, Registers/Grilles/Diffusers, and Warm-Air Appliances as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | DOWNTOWN MECHANICAL LLC | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 20, 2026 | 4238 CHESTER AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a Semi-Detached structure with roof access structure. Roof deck accessed by Pilot House. Accessory Interior off street Parkin(2 Spaces). | — | Harman Deutsch Corp | 19104 |