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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Sep 21, 2026 | 5128 WEBSTER 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. Full house rewire. | — | EAST COAST ELECTRICAL SERVICES INC | 19143 | |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6056 DELANCEY 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 INCREASE SERVICE TO 200 amp, wiring throughout, install outlets, switches, light fixtures smoke detectors, grounding |
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| EAGLE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO INC |
| 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4633 CEDAR AVE | 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 | — | — | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5901 ELMWOOD AVE | Change of UseWholesale, Distribution, and Storage - Equipment and Materials Storage Yards and Buildings | — | JEROME HENRY | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5401 WEBSTER 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 422 S 55TH ST | AlterationsReplace 5"x4" House trap and 3/4" water line - Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | LC PLUMBING & MECHANICALS INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5525 WALTON AVE | 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 | — | Maryanne Haimovitch | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 6027 CHRISTIAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CURB TRAP, FRESH AIR INLET AND MAIN DRAIN IN BASMENT. . | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5345 PENTRIDGE ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | TOMISELLI CONSTRUCTION LP | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 5301 HADFIELD ST | Addition and/or Alterationinterior renovations of an existing single family dwelling includes Framing, sheetrock windows , doors according to plans. | — | ROSCOE COOK | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 4746 PASCHALL AVE | AlterationsREPLACE 3/4"WATER SERVICE - "ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5' IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPR'D SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION" PA ONE CALL #20262521721 | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 18, 2026 | 1340 S 56TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | HERBERT HAWKINS | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5400 BALTIMORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFor replacement of the basement concrete slab at the existing elevation, and the creation of an egress well at the front wall. 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. | — | INTEC BUILDERS INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 912 S 51ST ST | New Construction or AdditionsALTERATIONS TO CREATE A QUADPLEX. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | PLUMETRIX INC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 6141 PINE 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 Install 3 gang meter socket 200 amp rating. Install (1)60 amp #4Alum cable, not exceeding 60 amps. Install (2)100 amp #2 Alum cable not exceeding 100amps and new grounding system. Install (2) 100amps panel and breakers. Install (1)60 amps panel and breakers. Total wiring for wall outlets, GFCI, switches. lights and smokes to | — | RICHARD CHRISTOPHER | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4617 PINE ST | AlterationsALTERATION TO EXISTING CONDO IN 6 STORY CONDO BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. VENTING TO BE DESIGNED AND INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 919 PHILADELPHIA SINGLE STACK VENT SYSTEM. ALL WORK TO BE INSTALLED IN STRICT COMPLIANCE WITH 2021 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | Ryan Hughes | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1340 S 56TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationCombo breaker 3 Bathroom fixtures and fan GFCI and circuit 3 combo detectors ALL WIRING IS FISHING ONLY | — | MARLON WILLIAMS | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5818 ADDISON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | JUST PLUMBING & HEATING INC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 5734 FLORENCE AVE | 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 Increase the service to 200 amps service ( increasing the service to 200 amps is part of this job),panel, switches, receptacles, light fixtures, rewire the property as per NEC 2020 | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 4617 PINE 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 Increase existing 100 amp service to 200 amp service, install 200 amp panel, install 200 amp meter combination, 200 amp disconnect; Run 80' 4/0 MC SCR cable, No additional wiring. Grounding & Bonding PER 2020 NEC | — | Felix Williams | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2639 S 58TH ST | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS AND APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE 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. | — | DKM MECHANCIAL | C | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5818 WHITBY 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 Replace 100 AMP service and panel (no change in service size) Replace switches, outlets and fixtures Install dedicated lines using wire mold (fishing wires) Replace exterior fixture Replace basement light fixtures | — | TYREE STRICKLAND ELECTRIC, LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1213 S 49TH ST | EZ Masonry Facade 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 | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 2026 S CECIL ST | AlterationsPlumbing Permit (Interior) for combo RP-2026-009473 | — | DAVID WILLIAMS | 19143 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 5833 TRINITY ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19143 |