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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 652 N SICKELS ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing 40 gallon gas water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19131 | |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 642 N 55TH 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. MULTI FAMILY - EACH HVAC UNIT TO BE SELF-CONTAINED WITHIN EACH DWELLING UNIT. NO PENETRATIONS OF RATED ASSEMBLIES. Install two new HVAC systems (one for each dwelling), ductwork, and 12 total diffusers. |
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| Najee Goode |
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| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 941 N 48TH ST | EZ Wall Covering ReplacementEZ EXTERIOR WALL COVERINGS- For the Applications of Exterior Wall Coverings as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5416 ARLINGTON 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 | — | Mohammad A Ibrahim | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 941 N 48TH 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. Install 2 mini splits. NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | JUSTIN SMITH | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5373 GAINOR RD | Addition and/or AlterationCosmetic upgrades throughout. NO structural scope, no change to plumbing or electric systems. Upgraded existing layout existing single family dwelling. details per plan. | — | DAYTON DUNCAN | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 4360 MONUMENT RD | Tank Install/RemovalTANK REMOVAL PERMIT - REMOVE OF (2) 8,000 GALLON UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS (UST) . The removal must comply with the regulations of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP). No excavations near the building. | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 647 N 54TH 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 Replace 100 AMP service and panel (no change to service or panel size just replacement of 100 AMP service and panel) Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace basement light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1312 N WANAMAKER ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5718 W OXFORD ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-009387 | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 5718 W OXFORD 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 | — | East Coast Complete Construction inc | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 2123 N 58TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO *200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Total electrical rewiring | — | JUST IT'S ELECTRIC LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 4040 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstall a complete fire alarm system for a commercial restaurant tenant space, including all required initiating devices, notification appliances, control equipment, modules and wiring necessary for a complete and operational fire alarm system. All work shall be performed in accordance with the 2019 NFPA 72, the 2017 NEC and the approved plans. | — | Witness Security Solutions LLC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1479 N WILTON ST | Addition and/or AlterationResidential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMP TO 200 AMP as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard Replace 100-amp incoming service with new 200-amp service complete. As per NEC 2020 5 circuits 1st floor 3 light fixtures in basement 3 combo detectors Remove receptacle from floor WIRING IS BY FISHING | — | MARLON WILLIAMS | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 5610 LANCASTER AVE | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementFor the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Existing Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Replacement of sheathing in excess of 10% of roof area shall not be applicable to the EZ permit process | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2307 N 50TH 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. Mechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-010272 Two 75k BTU furnaces, two condensers, 14 reg./diff. | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 5101 HARLAN ST | Tank Install/RemovalFOR IN-PLACE CLOSURE OF ONE (1) UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK PER APPROVED PLANS AND PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATIONS. | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2026 N 56TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace main drain | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2402 N 54TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | MCGILLIAN & DONNELLY LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 549 N 58TH ST | AlterationsSewer line repair in the front of house near foundation wall. HOUSE DRAIN - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Reliant Utilities LLC | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1327 N FRAZIER ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor 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 | — | FONTENELLE PHILOGENE | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 4182-90 CITY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING NFPA 13 AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM TO REPLACE ONE (1) FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. | — | Oliver Sprinkler Co., Inc. | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 1700 N 49TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR THE INSTALLATION OF CLEAN-AGENT FIRE-EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM PER APPROVED PLANS. SYSTEM TO BE INSTALLED, MAINTAINED, PERIODICALLY INSPECTED, AND TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 2001. | — | SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS INC | C | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 2307 N 50TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | GOOD DEAL REMODELING LLP | 19131 |
| Issued Sep 14, 2026 | 662 N 53RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- 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/ | — | Juan C Salazar | 19131 |