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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 4700 JEFFERSON ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstall telecommunications wiring and associated devices for a security system, including security cameras, monitor(s), and digital video recorder (DVR) or network video recorder (NVR). All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | JOHNSON CONTROLS US HOLDINGS INC | C | 19131 |
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| Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing detached 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. No work to front or side facades per PHC approval. |
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| NEW MARKET BUILDERS LLC |
| 19119 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 700 S WARNOCK ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior and exterior alterations to an existing attached single-family dwelling per plans. Separate permits are required for all associated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing work. | — | JSA CONSTRUCTION | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1957 PRESIDENT ST | Addition and/or AlterationReplace 4 fixtures in basement, 1 fixture outdoor. Fishing only | — | BYNUM MICHAEL S | 19115 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 227 FEDERAL ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire two bedrooms and living room, remove old knob and tube, fishing wire. | — | Newman Lewis | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 6034 TORRESDALE AVE | AlterationsHt and FAI replacement | — | JOSE RODRIGUEZ | 19135 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 7500 CENTRAL AVE | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE NEW PARTITIONS, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, FURNISHING, FINISHES AS PER APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP AND FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK. | 1 | FRANK R LAMARRA BUILDERS & CON | C | 19111 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 2951 ORTHODOX ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL II ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, PROVIDE FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND ACCESSIBILITY IMPROVEMENTS THROUGHOUT. FOR USE AS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. ***************** SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. ****************************************** | 1 | BSI CONSTRUCTION LLC | C | 19137 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1913 N HOWARD ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewiring/Replace all old wiring throughout home, fishing only. Adding hardwired smokes and receptacles as required. Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 TO 200 INCLUDING AN EMERGENCY DISCONNECT as per attached Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | ELEAZAR RUBENSTEIN-EDBERG | 19122 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1920 S 11TH ST | AlterationsFor installing or altering a plumbing system in existing building without submitting plans by meeting the condition and construction requirements of the EZ permit plumbing standard. Deviation from EZ permit plumbing standard will require submission of plans. | — | Michael Jen | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 3620 HAVERFORD AVE | Change of UseArtist Studios and Artisan Industrial. | — | DILWORTH PAXSON KALISH & KAUFFMAN | C | 19104 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 2635 W GORDON 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 the existing furnace only, in like and kind, no new ductwork | — | DIMITAR STOYKOV | 19132 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1609 W MENTOR 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/ | — | BRAHIN BETHEA | 19141 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1660 N ALLISON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Eric Slifkin | 19131 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 1725 INGERSOLL 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 SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. THE BUILDING IS FULLY SPRINKLERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13D. 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 FEET (1/4TH OF HEIGHT OF | 1 | GILAD BERGERIN | 19121 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 8891 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. **IMC2021** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. | — | LONGS HEATING & COOLING INC | C | 19118 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 510 S DARIEN ST | Addition and/or AlterationProvide and install a new 30 circuit Siemens panel with a new Siemens Bolt shield QSPD 65KA surge protector. Install a new 50 amp branch circuit for the electric range. Install a new #6 electrode grounding conductor to the cold water supply for the electrical panel. All work to perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | JIM & SONS ELECTRIC INC | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 7019 PASCHALL AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Austin Batenga | 19142 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 200 HEAD HOUSE CT | 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 | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 4833 PALETHORP ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19120 |
| Issued Jul 21, 2026 | 3114 S 13TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationInstallation of solar array in accordance with signed standard | — | Phoenix Business Solutions, LLC | 19148 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 5801 RIDGE AVE | Addition and/or Alterations**2021 IMC REVIEW** FOR THE INSTALLATION OF APPLIANCES WITH ASSOCIATED DUCTWORK. APPLIANCES TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH 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. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. *NO REGISTERS, DIFFUSERS ON THIS PERMIT. | — | MCR Services Inc. | C | 19128 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 1755 S BANCROFT ST | Addition and/or AlterationLevel III Interior Alterations to an existing attached structure with use as single family household living | — | ALARCON & MARRONE INCORPORATION | 19145 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 3632-34 GERMANTOWN AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical fit-out of commercial space, including the Fire alarm, all work per approved plans NEC 2017 NFPA2016 | — | Jonathan Kozak | C | 19140 |
| Issued Jul 20, 2026 | 5759 NASSAU RD | Addition and/or AlterationExhaust fan ceiling (1) ground fault receptacle and dedicated circuit - second floor (1), Install bathroom fixture (3), install smoke detectors (2) install carbon/smoke detectors (1), new receptacle and circuit, arc fault, second floor(1), relocate rear bed outlet and switch (1) all wires fished in walls and ceilings | — | EHMANN ELECTRICAL SERVICES LLC | 19131 |