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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1508 S 9TH ST | EZ Interior Non-Load-Bearing Wall Demo.For 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 | |
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| 614 S 4TH ST |
| Addition and/or AlterationPower and Lighting - Supply and Install (2) Duplex Receptacles - Supply and Install (3) Quadruplex Receptacles - Supply and Install (7) Dedicated Quadruplex Receptacles - Supply and Install (1) J box - Supply and Install (2) Ceiling Receptacles - Reuse/Relocate (11) Lights - Supply and Install (8) New - Install 3-way switch at each egress point if not in place Phone and Data - Supply and Install (14) Data Box - Supply and Install (1) Low Voltage Box - Terminate on both ends - Pull (1) CAT 6 cab |
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| FIRST ELECTRIC LIGHTING AND DESIGN |
| C |
| 19147 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1508 S 9TH ST | Addition and/or AlterationFor interior alterations and structural repairs to an existing attached 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. | — | Evergreen GC LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 1425 E MOYAMENSING AVE | AlterationsINTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES ROUGH TO FINISH. ALL WORK PERFORMED IN COMPLIANCE WITH 2018 PPC AND APPROVED PLANS. INSTALL REPLACEMENT CURB TRAP. INSTALL REPLACEMENT FRESH AIR INLET. TYPES OF FIXTURES: Plumbing LINES TO FIXTURES, 1-TOILETS, 1-LAVATORIES, 1-KITCHEN SINKS & 1-hot WATER HEATERS. | — | SHEGDA CONSTRUCTION CORP | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 102 CHRISTIAN ST | EZ Deck (Exist. One-Family Dwellings)EZ PERMIT DECKS - For New Decks to an Existing One Family Dwelling as per attached standards. Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. | — | — | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 17, 2026 | 126 LOMBARD ST | SignFOR THE INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) NON-ILLUMINATED FLAT WALL SIGN PER APPROVED PLANS. | — | — | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1256 S ISEMINGER ST | New Construction or Additions- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing | — | CV plumbing llc | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 203 CARPENTER 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 200 Amp service upgrade( upgrading from 100 amps to 200 amps) with new 40 circuit panel. Complete whole home rewire up to 2020 NEC requirements with all new devices, switches, and lights. Add recessed lights throughout. | — | CHARLES WRIGHT | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 803 S 8TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFor the erection of an attached structure with roof deck and roof deck access structure. Size and location as shown in plan. | — | A2 Design Group LLC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 621 DICKINSON 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 | — | HAIM H SOLOMON | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 502 WHARTON ST | Fences OnlyFOR ERECTION OF FENCES ON FRONT, SIDE STREET OF THE PROPERTY. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON THE APPLICATION / PLAN. | — | Meng Xi Zheng | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 755 S 9TH ST | New ConstructionINSTALL NEW FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM COMPLYING WITH NFPA 13 THROUGHOUT THE BUILDING TO INCLUDE 2" MAIN FIRE SERVICE LINE WITH A 2" WILKINS 950XL3 BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY PER APPROVED PLANS. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A FIRE SUPPRESSION CONTRACTOR LICENSED BY THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA. | — | Aqueduct Fire Protection Systems, LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 507 GREENWICH ST | Addition and/or Alteration- Residential Service Equipment not exceeding a rating of 200 amps WITH AN INCREASE IN SERVICE SIZE FROM 100 AMPS TO 200 AMPS as per Residential Service Equipment EZ Standard | — | Angel Luis Rivera | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 110 QUEEN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT, FAI & MD. | — | ROBERT ZWICHAROWSKI | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 417-19 S BROAD ST | Combined Lot Line Relocation and New DevelopmentFor the relocation of lot lines to create one lot (Parcel A), from three lots (deeded 417-19 S Broad St, 421 S Broad St, and 404-14 S Watts St). Size and location per plan. | — | Landmark Architectural Design LLC | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 1338 E PASSYUNK AVE | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. REPLACE CT & FAI. | — | WILLIAM PASQUARELLO | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 316 TITAN ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | COLIN JOHNSON | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 16, 2026 | 908 S SCHELL ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replacing 40 gallon electric water heater | — | 1 800 HEATERS INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1101 CATHARINE ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR 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. **IMC 2021** | — | FRED DINARDO JR | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1024 S 6TH ST | New ConstructionERECTION OF AN ATTACHED STRUCTURE FOR USE AS TWO FAMILY HOUSEHOLD LIVING. SHEETING AND SHORING AS PRESCRIBED IN GEO TECH REPORT. SEPARATE PERMITS REQUIRED FOR SPRINKLER (13D) WORK. (UNDERPINNNING IS NOT PART OF THIS PERMIT). 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. BOTH TO BE COMPLETED BY AN APPROVED PARTY | 2 | D and V Contractors INC | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 927 E MOYAMENSING AVE | 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/ | — | Canopy Building Services | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 316 TITAN 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. 60K BTU 95% furnace, 2 ton AC, ductwork, and 16 diffusers | — | Sanks Mechanical | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 1513 S 2ND ST | Addition and/or AlterationInterior wiring only of an existing single family attached structure. | — | D'NARPO ELECTRICAL | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 744-48 S 11TH ST | Alterations- Approved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. SEAL LATERAL FOR DEMO. | — | FRANKIE D PLUMBING AND HEATING | C | 19147 |
| Issued Sep 15, 2026 | 441 TITAN ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19147 |