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Deviations from these standards require submission of construction and site plans. Installation of 92% 60 tbtu Goodman gas furnace with 2 ton coil and 2 ton condenser. Running all new ductwork. System located in the basement, outdoor unit is located at the back of the building."},{"number":"EP-2025-006101","date":"2025-06-24","work":"Addition and/or Alteration","type":"Electrical","description":"Electrical Permit","status":"Completed","completedDate":"2026-04-01","scope":"NEW 100 AMP SERVICE WITH METER SOCKET AND PANEL REWIRE HOUSE THOUGHOUT WITH RECEPTACLES, SWITCHES AND LIGHTING. 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