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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2610 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-004035 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 | |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1327 E MONTGOMERY AVE | Alterations3/4" water service. | — |
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| 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1901-19 E YORK ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Relocate 20 existing heads for tenant fit-out. | — | METROPOLITAN FIRE PROTECTION | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1355 E HEWSON ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-004343 | — | Justin's Plumbing and Heating LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 603 E GIRARD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR PARTIAL CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY COMBINING USES OF 603 AND 605 E GIRARD THROUGH RECORDED EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR USE AS CHILD CARE CENTER AND TOTAL FIVE (5) DWELLING UNITS AND LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE BREACH, STRUCTURAL WORK, NEW PARTITIONS, DOORS, FIXTURES, FURNISHINGS, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. *IEBC 2021* *2ND & 3RD FLOOR PLANS APPROVED UNDER AP#575354 & #576814 (PLANS INCLUDED FOR REFERENCE UNDER THIS APPLICATION NO | 1 | EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY SERVICES INC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1210-22 FRANKFORD 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 | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2641 MILLER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2619 BRADDOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall new 100 Amp service complete with meter, electrical panel, grounding and bonding. Install wiring for receptacles, switches, lights and interconnected smokes/CO alarms. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | EK Construction LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1904 E HAZZARD 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 furnace and AC only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | NGUYEN VAN TRAN | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2610 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004035 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2000 DREER ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | Sanks Mechanical | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2612 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Exterior Building Drainage) for combo RP-2026-004036 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1122 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo CP-2026-004516 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2612 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Water Distribution) for combo RP-2026-004036 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2612 MEMPHIS ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004036 | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2342 E HAROLD ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION ON AN EXISTING ATTACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | Isa Dalipaj | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1918 E LEHIGH AVE | 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. | — | Refail Tota | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 207 E WILDEY ST | ExcavationSite / Utility Permit for RP-2026-007383 | 1 | GROSSO CONCRETE LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1900 E HUNTINGDON ST | Minor DemolitionMAKE SAFE PERMIT TO COMPLY WITH CASE #CF-2024-101939-FOR THE COMPLETE DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING ATTACHED MASONRY AND WOOD ONE-STORY STRUCTURE BY HAND METHODS. . ABUTTING SIDEWALK MUST BE CLOSED WITH FENCING A MINIMUM OF 6' IN HEIGHT. SEPARATE STREETS DEPARTMENT PERMIT REQUIRED FOR SIDEWALK CLOSURE. A SEPARATE PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASE #CF-2024-101939. ALL PERMITTED DEMOLITION ACTIVITY TO BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPROVED SITE SAF | — | FIRST CALL DEMOLITION LLC | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1122 FRANKFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical Permit for combo CP-2026-004516 | — | FRED DINARDO JR | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1500 FRANKFORD AVE | Signs (Accessory / Non-Accessory)For the Erection of One non-illuminated wall sign and one non-illuminated D/S projecting sign. Size and location as per approved plans. | — | RUTH E BROWN | C | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1918 E LEHIGH AVE | Addition and/or Alterationbasic interior renovation of a single family home. Installation of new drywall, new kitchen, new bath and finishing of basement as per plans. no structural work. | — | ELITE CONSULTING & SERVICES LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 508 E WILDEY ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ADDITION ON AN EXISTING TWO-STORY STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN PLANS. | — | ALFA ENGINEERING INC | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1904 E HAZZARD 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 | — | — | 19125 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2001 RICHMOND ST | New Construction or AdditionsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-004361 | — | PLUMB-TECH LLC | 19125 |