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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 5543 ANGORA TER | 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/ | — | Sir Richards Realty | 19143 | |
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| Issued Jul 9, 2026 |
| 6233 WALTON AVE |
| Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family |
| — |
| — |
| C |
| 19143 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 1330 S LINDENWOOD ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | Lepore Plumbing & Sons Inc | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 5510 WOODLAND AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Consumer Goods; Retail Sales - Food, Beverages, and Groceries | — | US NATIONAL TAX SERVICES INC | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 9, 2026 | 2511 S WANAMAKER ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 5846 PENTRIDGE ST | Addition and/or Alteration100 AMP SERVICE AND PANEL-32 SPACE PANEL, 32 SPACE PANEL, 3 WAY SWITCHES REPLACEMENTS, BASEMENT/FIRST FLOOR, ARC FAULT, 20 AMP, FROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE AND DEDICATED CIRCUIT-FIRST FLOOR, GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE AND DEDICATED CIRCUIT-SECOND FLOOR, GROUND FAULT RECEPTACLE ARC FAULT, INSTALL BEDROOM FIXTURE, INSTALL DOORBELL, INSTALL EXTERIOR FIXTURE WITH MOTION DETECTOR, INSTALL FLUSH MOUNT LED CEILING FIXTURE( BASEMENT) INSTALL BATTERY OPERATED SMOKE DETECTOR,N10 YEAR BATTERY, INSTALL BATTERY SMO | — | ANTHONY L DAVIS JR | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 5642 ADDISON ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 4901 SAYBROOK AVE | AlterationsHouse/Building Drain House/Building Curb Trap House/Building Fresh Air Inlet | — | PROSTAR PLUMBING LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 1123 S 46TH ST | Make Safe Permit For RP**MAKE SAFE PERMIT** FOR REPOINTING OF MASONRY, REPLACEMENT OF LINTELS, AND REPAIRS TO THE PORCH, INTERIOR FRAMING, AND BAYS TO COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS # CF-2020-081835 & CF-2022-101822. NOT TO EXCEED SCOPE OF WORK NOTED IN ENGINEER'S REPORT AND SHOWN ON APPROVED PLANS. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR ANY ADDITIONAL ALTERATIONS THAT ARE NOT SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSED ON CASES # CF-2020-081835 & CF-2022-101822. IN ACCORDANCE WITH CODE BULLETIN PM-1801, A PA PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IS REQUIRED TO MONITOR | — | Miguel Rodriguez | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 5440 BALTIMORE AVE | Addition and/or AlterationLEVEL III ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE REAR AND VERTICAL ADDITIONS AND COMPLETE CHANGE OF OCCUPANCY TO CREATE A THREE (3) STORY BUILDING WITH BASEMENT FOR USE AS FOUR (4) DWELLING UNITS AS PER APPROVED PLANS. BUILDING TO BE FULLY SPRINKLERED. *2018 IEBC REVIEW* **SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR MEP & FIRE SUPPRESSION WORK** | 4 | Benito Contreras | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 5600 LINDBERGH BLVD | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | MR D'S PLUMBING & HEATING | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 8, 2026 | 5642 ADDISON ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per attached EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | BUZZ-DUZZ PLUMBING HEATING & AC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 5015 PENTRIDGE ST | AlterationsInstall drain lines and water lines and set fixtures | — | Coffelt Contracting | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 7, 2026 | 1427 GRAYS FERRY AVE | AlterationsSEAL LATERAL PA 20261744283 REMOVE HOUSE TRAP AND HERMETICALLY SEALING THE LATERAL BY A CAP OR PLUG ."ALL EXCAVATIONS AND PLUMBING TRENCHES IN EXCESS OF 5 FEET IN DEPTH MUST HAVE APPROVED SHORING IN PLACE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION" | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5639 ANGORA TER | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION AND ERECTION OF A REAR ADDITION TO AN EXISTING ATTACHED BUILDING. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN IN APPLICATION/PLANS | — | — | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 4709 SPRINGFIELD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationKitchen electrical rewiring in residential triplex unit 3: installing new circuits from panel to kitchen via surface mounted wire mold conduit. Adding dedicated 20-amp circuits for countertop appliances, dishwasher, refrigerator, and stove. Installing AFCI/GFCI receptacles per NEC code. No walls opened- all surface mount exterior conduit. | — | GLEN FORD | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 6139 DELANCEY ST | City DemolitionSub Demolition Permit for CF-2026-080936. For the complete demolition of a property as part of the City of Philadelphia Demolition Program. Add'l specs: No sidewalk. (2) stucco c/w 6137, 6141 Delancey. Replace rear chain link fence c/w 6141 Delancey. Install support column on front porch c/w 6137 Delancey. Erosion control mat with seeding. 4' corral fence across front. | — | MONTICELLO CONTRACTORS INC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5821 CHESTER AVE | AlterationsReplace 1 kitchen sink, 4 toilets, 4 lavatories, 3 tubs and 1 electric water heater. *WITHOUT PIPING* | — | DAVID WILLIAMS - 3D'S MECHANICAL | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 5824 WASHINGTON 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 | — | VIKTORY HOMES LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 6, 2026 | 6139 DELANCEY 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 | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 4, 2026 | 1306 S 48TH ST | Alterationsnstallation of 3.5 bathroom 1 laundry, 1 kitchen on first floor | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 3, 2026 | 529 S 60TH ST | AlterationsThe proposed plumbing work associated with an Addition or Alteration requires submittal of applicable EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing - https://www.phila.gov/media/20260622154348/PB_030_F-EZ-Plumbing-Permit-Standards-2026.pdf | — | INPACKS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 1719 S 58TH ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen RemodelEZ tub to shower replacement | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 5253 FLORENCE AVE | Change of UseRetail Sales - Convenience Sales | — | GAOFENG ZHENG | C | 19143 |
| Issued Jul 2, 2026 | 6100 CARPENTER ST | Solar Panels and StructureFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ROOF-MOUNTED SOLAR COLLECTORS 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 PERMIT REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL WORK** | — | — | 19143 |