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| Issued | Address | Type / scope | Units | Contractor | Com. | Zip |
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| Issued Oct 17, 2026 | 915 E MOUNT PLEASANT AVE | New ConstructionMechanical / Fuel Gas Permit for combo RP-2026-001310 | — | V&V Investment Inc | 19150 | |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 4401 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or AlterationElectrical alterations associated with renovations to an existing second-floor central bathing room within an existing skilled nursing facility, including lighting, receptacles, power connections, disconnects, and nurse call devices, with associated branch circuit wiring and connections to existing Panel P1. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per approved plans. |
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| JAMAAL STERLING |
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| 19104 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 371 DELMAR ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeFOR REMOVAL OF ONE (1) EXISTING DECK AND ADDITION OF ONE (1) NEW DECK WITH ONE (1) 50% OPAQUE PRIVACY SCREEN, ACCESSORY TO THE SECOND FLOOR IN THE REAR OF A SEMI-DETACHED STRUCTURE. SIZE AND LOCATION AS SHOWN ON PLANS. | — | Nex Gen Exterior Home Remodeling | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 4124-30 HAVERFORD AVE | Addition and/or Alteration11 - Receptacles 3 - switches 8 - hanging lights Exit/emergency lighting as required | — | DANIEL STUCATUR | C | 19104 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 1942 SOUTH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | TRENA T CLARKE | C | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5162 D ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire only the first-floor store unit, fishing wire | — | Newman Lewis | C | 19120 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5127 LUDLOW ST | EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel- All approved work performed in accordance with Residential - EZ Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel. | — | ARTHUR ABRAHAM | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 7325 W PASSYUNK 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. 200 Amp Service New Receptacles, Switches, Fixtures. As per 2020 NEC. All wiring by fishing. PHDC BSRP 225161 | — | TYREE MITCHELL | 19142 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 247 S 13TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing work associated with an (Addition or Alteration) per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing. | — | On Point Plumbing LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 6723 CINNAMON DR | Addition and/or Alterations EZ 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 gas furnace. installation of new 90,000 BTU gas furnace. We will utilize all existing ductwork and vents. NO NEW DUCTWORK IS PART OF THIS PERMIT, APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT LIKE IN KIND ONLY. | — | Engel Air Conditioning Corp | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 6600 ESSINGTON AVE | New construction, addition, GFA changeDemolition of two free standing non-accessory double sided billboard sign structures | — | TANTALA ASSOCIATES LLC | C | 19153 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 118 S 54TH ST | AlterationsApproved plumbing repair work per EZ Permit Standard for Plumbing Replace 3/4" water service | — | BEST CHOICE PLUMBING INC.. | 19139 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 856 N LECOUNT ST | Addition and/or AlterationEZ PERMIT STANDARDS ALTERATIONS- For alterations to a Single Family Dwelling Property as per attached standard. Deviations from this standard will result in permit revocation and require submission of construction plans. Structural alteration or repair is expressly PROHIBITED under this permit. Prohibited structural work includes but not limited to any modification to exterior walls, party wall, floor/roof framing and foundations, including underpinning, excavation and removal of foundation slab | — | CityLife Collective LLC | 19130 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 227 DELMAR ST | Addition and/or Alterationdemolition of an existing deck and the construction of a new deck on the rear of the primary structure at the first floor level. details per plan. | — | Nex Gen Exterior Home Remodeling | 19128 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 1204-12 LOCUST ST | Addition and/or AlterationsFOR A MECHANICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE TO ACCOMMODATE AN EXISTING STRUCTURE. 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** | — | Innovative Comfort Solutions LLC | C | 19107 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2028 W ATLANTIC ST | Addition and/or AlterationRewire throughout no new service. Fishing wire only. | — | Newman Lewis | 19140 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 5821 THEODORE ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Two-Family | — | TRENA T CLARKE | 19143 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 7116 AKRON ST | Retaining WallFOR THE LEGALIZATION OF AN EXISTING CMU RETAINING WALL AS PER APPROVED PLANS. **NO CHANGE IN USE OR OCCUPANCY IS PROPOSED.** EXTERIOR WORK ONLY** | — | — | 19149 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 3401 S 26TH ST | New construction, addition, GFA changeDemolition of freestanding, double-faced, non-accessory, outdoor-advertising, billboard structure. | — | TANTALA ASSOCIATES LLC | C | 19145 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 808 E RUSSELL 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 gas boiler with new, like in kind, gas boiler. Connect to existing supply lines and chimney. | — | JACK EDMONDSON, INC. | 19134 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 325 CHURCH LN | 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 | — | — | 19144 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 1942 SOUTH ST | Change of UseResidential - Household Living - Multi-Family | — | TRENA T CLARKE | C | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 2005 MARKET ST | Addition and/or AlterationFurnish and install telecommunication wiring, ninety-seven (97) plenum Category 6A cables from existing server room to workstations on the floor. All work to be perform according to the 2020 NEC and per executed contract. | — | BELLES ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS LLC | C | 19103 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 701 S 17TH ST | AlterationsALTERATIONS TO EXISTING MIXED USE BUILDING. INTERIOR INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE, WASTE, VENT, AND WATER SUPPLY FOR LISTED FIXTURES. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE METALLIC TO ROOF EXTENSION. 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 | — | ALEXANDER FERRER | C | 19146 |
| Issued Oct 16, 2026 | 1706 SNYDER AVE | EZ Wall 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 | — | — | 19145 |