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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2751 N 24TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19132 | |
| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 1600 W YORK ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF AN ATTACHED 3-STORY STRUCTURE WITH ROOF ACCESS STRUCTURE FOR ACCESS TO AN OCCUPIABLE ROOF DECK. STRUCTURE FOR USE AS MULTI-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING THREE (3) DWELLING UNITS. THE BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMIITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. **A COVERED WALKWAY OR SIDEWALK CLOSURE SHALL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 9 |
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| SZM Group LLC |
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| Issued Jul 16, 2026 | 2347 W HAGERT ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire house Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH NO INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 1717 W ALLEGHENY AVE | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of power lighting and receptacles for classrooms all work per approved plans Amended 8/4/26 Installation of Fire alarm All work per approved plans NEC 2016 & NFPA 72 2016 | — | Madden Electric Associates, Inc | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2423 N 29TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a three (3) story attach structure for use as single-family household living. Size and location per plan. | — | AMBIT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 3158 N BAMBREY 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 bathroom fan/ venting to outside, per PHDC work order 215473 | — | Brian Kornegay | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2819 N 20TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | DANIELS CONTRACTING OF PHILADELPHIA | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2427 N 29TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a three (3) story attach structure for use as single-family household living. Size and location per plan. | — | AMBIT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2425 N 29TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a three (3) story attach structure for use as single-family household living. Size and location per plan. | — | AMBIT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2437 N 29TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a three (3) story attach structure for use as single-family household living. Size and location per plan. | — | AMBIT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2429 N 29TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeErection of a three (3) story attach structure for use as single-family household living. Size and location per plan. | — | AMBIT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 15, 2026 | 2439 N 29TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR ERECTION OF A NEW THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE TO BE USED AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. HEIGHT NTE 35 FEET. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION/PLAN. | — | AMBIT INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 2348 N 16TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13R THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XLT2 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY AS PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Michael J Mccullough jr | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 1601 W HUNTINGDON ST | Addition and/or AlterationUpgrading service to 400 amp, which includes a ( 400 amp CT cabinet, a 320amp meter socket/disconnect, 320 amp breaker panel, 200 amp two gang meter socket, (1) 125 amp breaker panel, (1) 100 amp breaker panel, 35 ft of 1set 3-500 kcmil copper cable. New grounding electrode system. Rewire throughout with recessed lights, outlets, switches, light fixtures, and smoke/co alarms as per 2017 NEC. Installation of dedicated circuits and receptacles for washers and dryers, recessed lights, light fixtu | — | BRYHEEM BERRY | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 2828 N GARNET 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 2514 N 29TH ST | Addition and/or Alteration*Permit to legalized previously completed work from an expired permit.* For interior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Basement to remain non-habitable, to be used for storage and utilities only. | — | RICHARD NELSON | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2212 N NATRONA ST | Alterations- - Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | CLEMENTS BROTHERS INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2243 N 33RD ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementEZ PERMIT WINDOWS & DOORS PERMIT- For 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. Replace 3 windows. | — | — | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2317 N CLEVELAND 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 | — | — | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2209 N 33RD ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementEZ PERMIT WINDOWS & DOORS PERMIT- For 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. Replace 3 windows. | — | — | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2532 N CHADWICK ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2025-107101. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (1) stucco c/w 2530 N. Chadwick. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of 2532 & 2534 N. Chadwick | — | FRANCIS HENRIQUEZ | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2532 N CHADWICK 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 | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2245 N 33RD ST | EZ Exterior Window and Door ReplacementEZ PERMIT WINDOWS & DOORS PERMIT- For 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. Replace 4 windows. | — | — | C | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2624 N BANCROFT 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 | — | DARRYLS PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 2624 N BANCROFT ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-029287. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 2622, 2626 N. Bancroft. Replace 4' chain link fence in rear yard c/w 2626 N. Bancroft. Erosion control mat with topsoil and seed. 4' corral fence across front of property. | — | Raymond Smith | 19132 |