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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 480 MARTIN ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior 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. | — | Joesph Dayoub | 19128 | |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 701 CATHEDRAL RD |
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| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 4337 PECHIN 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. Swap out 1 Carrier 3.5 ton air handler, Carrier 3.5 ton heat pump condenser, Carrier 12 kw mini split system single zone. | — | EXPRESS HVAC SOLUTION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 17, 2026 | 701 CATHEDRAL RD | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF A NEW HVAC SYSTEMS, ASSOCIATED DUCT WORK, AND REGISTERS/DIFFUSERS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION. | — | NHAN T LE | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 16, 2026 | 227 GAY ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelAll approved work performed in accordance with Residential¿-¿EZ¿Bathroom¿&¿Kitchen¿Remodel | — | PJ FITZPATRICK INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5801 RIDGE AVE | New ConstructionInstall one (1) 200-amp, 120/208-volt, 3-phase subpanel, including all required feeders, overcurrent protection, grounding, bonding and circuit identification. Install two (2) 208-volt, single-phase, 60-amp dedicated branch circuits to supply power to new indoor HVAC units and two (2) 208-volt, 3-phase, 30-amp dedicated branch circuits to supply power to new outdoor HVAC units, including all required disconnects, conduit, conductors, and equipment connections. Install five (5) new LED lay-i | — | RONALD M DOLAN | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 4134 MANAYUNK AVE | Certificate of Occupancy (CO) (may include LO)FOR A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY FOR A MULTI-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING FOR THREE(3) DWELLING UNITS. **NO WORK APPROVED ON THIS PERMIT** | — | — | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5983 JANNETTE ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-008138 | — | ALB CONSTRUCTION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5979 JANNETTE ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-008779 | — | ALB CONSTRUCTION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 4202 MANAYUNK 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. 100A service replacing existing 100A system, 30 Space panel, meter socket, surge protection device, grounding and bonding. | — | GENERATION 3 ELECTRIC INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5977 JANNETTE ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-008008 | — | ALB CONSTRUCTION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 6600 RIDGE AVE | AlterationsInstall main drains, Stacks, drain lines to fixtures, install vent stacks, install water lines to fixtures | — | LC PLUMBING & MECHANICALS INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 5981 JANNETTE ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-008128 | — | ALB CONSTRUCTION INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 14, 2026 | 500 JAMESTOWN 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 | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 3810 TERRACE 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 | — | — | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 740 CINNAMINSON ST | Alterations - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE SANITARY AND STORM CT, FAI & MD. - Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. FRONT AREA DRAIN | — | Ryan Hughes | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 422 RIPKA ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MAIN HOUSE DRAIN. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 8230-36 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of telecommunication wiring for cameras and security system. All work to be done according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 13, 2026 | 8006 RIDGE AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE MAIN DRAIN. | — | Big Dawg's Plumbing & Heating INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 2 LOTHIAN PL | 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 | — | — | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 12, 2026 | 3880 TERRACE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing two existing gas water heaters | — | ROBERT KATILAS | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 601 LEVERINGTON AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN EXISTING GROUP R-2 CONGREGATE LIVING FACILITY OCCUPANCY TO INCLUDE NEW ACCESSIBLE RESTROOM, RENOVATED SHOWER ROOM, NEW FAMILY ROOM, NEW ANSI TYPE A BATHROOM, AND RENOVATIONS TO BEDROOMS, BATHROOM, CORRIDOR, DINING ROOM, AND STAIRS. EXISTING BUILDING IS PARTIALLY SPRINKLERED (BASEMENT ONLY). ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IEBC AND PHC APPROVAL. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, | 2 | MMB CONTRACTORS INC | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 11, 2026 | 5801 RIDGE AVE | AlterationsComplete fit-out for new Physical Therapy rehibilitation center. Includes new U.G sanitary, new supply lines for fixtures | — | Productive Precision Corporation | C | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 6476 LAWNTON ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19128 |
| Issued Aug 10, 2026 | 350 DELMAR ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR THE ERECTION OF A SECOND FLOOR REAR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING DETACHED STRUCTURE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING AS PER BUILDING APPLICATION/PLAN. NO OTHER WORK INCLUDED. | — | DIETZOLD PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT | 19128 |