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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 3362 MORNING GLORY RD | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | JASON CRINITI | 19154 | |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2003 N 33RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR LEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE THE ERECTION OF PARTITION WALLS, NEW FINISHES/FURNISHINGS AND NEW STAIRS. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS. IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK. SEPARATE PERMITS TO BE OBTAINED FOR ALL OTHER WORK. |
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| CATALYST BUILDERS LLC |
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| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1511 S 20TH ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2025-011344 | — | City Lights electric llc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 5039 HOMESTEAD ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | properties creations inc | 19135 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1420 N 2ND ST | EZ Roof Covering ReplacementEZ PERMIT RE-ROOFING- For the Installation of New Roof Coverings on Exiting Roofs as per attached standard. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Streets Department Permit is required for any sidewalk and street closures. SHEATHING MUST COMPLY WITH STANDARD AND NOT EXCEED ALLOWABLE AMOUNT OR NEED A NEW PERMIT WITH PLANS. | — | — | 19122 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 620 N 37TH ST | New Construction or AdditionsNEW CONSTRUCTION OF 19 UNIT 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 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS | — | OK PLUMBING LLC | C | 19104 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1607 N BOUVIER 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. Replacement of 80k btu gas furnace. Same in kind and in place. No new duct work. | — | Nation Builders LLC | 19121 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 6215 CALLOWHILL 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 Panel, switches, receptacles, light fixtures, rewire the property as per NEC code. | — | MASALI ELECTRIC CORP | 19151 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 821 E CHELTEN AVE | New ConstructionInstall 400 amp service with grounding, (6) 125 amp electrical panels, (1) 100 amp house panel, lighting, receptacles, smoke/CO alarms, and provide power to equipment as per 2017 NEC. ***NOT APPROVED FOR THE INSTALLATION OF FIRE ALARM*** | — | DERRICK TOWNES | C | 19138 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1614 W ERIE AVE | New ConstructionFOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN AUTOMATIC WET SPRINKLER SYSTEM THROUGHOUT A THREE (3) STORY THREE (3) FAMILY DWELLING TO INCLUDE A TWO (2) INCH FIRE SERVICE LINE AND A TWO (2) INCH BACKFLOW PREVENTER. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 13R BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. SEE CP-2026-001677 FOR ASSOCIATED BUILDING PERMIT. | — | MK FIRE PROTECTION & SUPPLY, LLC | C | 19140 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1343 S COLORADO ST | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-000053 | — | MATT ECKERT | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2831 FRANKFORD AVE | 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. Basement/ first floor - HVAC system, ductwork, and 6 diffusers. Second and third floors - Ductless mini-split system with five indoor units. | — | Mariana Ristea | 19134 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1322 N 51ST ST | 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. *CONTRACTOR IS A SOLE PROPRIETOR WITH NO EMPLOYEES* | — | — | C | 19131 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 6141 W COLUMBIA 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 | — | — | 19151 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2921 PENNSYLVANIA AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. Install backwater valve for PWD Basement Protection Program at curb trap in sidewalk. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19130 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1355 E HEWSON ST | New ConstructionFOR THE ERECTION OF A THREE (3) STORY ATTACHED STRUCTURE OF TYPE V-A CONSTRUCTION FOR USE AS A SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED PER NFPA 13D. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS AND IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IRC. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE SUPPRESSION, AND EXCAVATION WORK. ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 2018 IECC. PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF C.O., SUBMITTAL OF AIR BARRIER CHECKLIST AND ENVELOPE TESTING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED | 1 | Metropolitan Property Services, LLC | 19125 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 2428 N 28TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | TRENCHLESS LINE CO LLC | 19132 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1441 S 5TH 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 | — | TIL-MAR DESIGN INC | 19147 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 1522 S TAYLOR ST | New ConstructionElectrical Permit for combo RP-2026-000458 | — | Affinity One Inc | 19146 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 4341 TACONY ST | Tank Install/RemovalTANK REMOVAL PERMIT - REMOVE (1) ONE !,000 GALLON UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK (UST) . The removal must comply with the regulations of the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PADEP). No excavations near the building. | — | — | C | 19124 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 957 N 5TH ST | AlterationsCurb trap, fresh air inlet & main drain. | — | QQ FIRE CONTRACT INC | C | 19123 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 919 PRATT 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 (2) new condensing units only, no other work proposed, and no new ductwork. | — | SIMON B AGUASVIVAS | 19124 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 20 N 3RD ST | Addition and/or AlterationsEZ PERMIT SPRINKLER RELOCATION (NFPA 13)- For the relocation of sprinkler heads as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. RELOCATE 8 SPRINKLER HEADS TO ACCOMMODATE NEW TENANT SPACE IN SUITE 102 | — | B M CONSULTING SERVICES INC | C | 19106 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 9125 MARSHALL ST | Addition and/or AlterationFOR A LEVEL II INTERIOR ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE CHANGE IN OCCUPANCY TO AN EXISTING SPACE .FOR THE CREATION OF AN ASSEMBLY SPACE FOR A SIT-DOWN-RESTAURANT. ALL WORK TO BE DONE PER APPROVED PLANS.** IF FIELD CONDITIONS VARY CONTACT DESIGN ENGINEER PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY WORK**IEBC 2018**EXISTING SPACE IS NOT SPRINKLERED** SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ALL OTHER WORK** | 1 | SHS CORPORATION | C | 19114 |
| Issued Aug 26, 2026 | 542 FAIRWAY TER | Addition and/or AlterationWiring the house as per code with switches, outlets light fixtures, C/O and smoke detectors | — | ALTIN MATA | 19128 |