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DEVIATIONS FROM THESE STANDARDS REQUIRE SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION AND SITE PLANS. . 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."},{"number":"ZP-2020-005845","date":"2021-05-14","work":"New construction, addition, GFA change","type":"Zoning","description":"Zoning Permit","status":"Issued","completedDate":null,"scope":"Erection of a Third Story Addition to an existing attached structure."},{"number":"RP-2025-011799","date":"2025-12-03","work":"Addition and/or Alteration","type":"Residential Building","description":"Residential Building Permit","status":"Issued","completedDate":null,"scope":"INSTALL INTERIOR PARTITIONS AND NEW INTERIOR ALTERTIONS. NO STRUCTURAL WORK IS PROPOSED OTHER THAN STAIR FRAMING. NO WORK IN THE BASEMENT. 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Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Install new 2.5-ton HVAC system, including air handler/furnace, exterior condenser, ductwork, and 16 diffusers."},{"number":"GM-2026-001624","date":"2026-03-06","work":"Wall Covering Replacement","type":"General Permit Minor","description":"General Permit Minor","status":"Issued","completedDate":null,"scope":"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. 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