Philadelphia Zoning Permits: What You Need
The permit that confirms your use and construction comply with zoning.
What is a zoning permit?
A zoning permit is the City of Philadelphia's confirmation that a proposed use or construction complies with the Philadelphia Zoning Code. It is issued by the Department of Licenses and Inspections and is typically required before you can get the building permits to start work — or before you can legally change a property's use.
When do you need one?
You generally need a zoning permit to construct or enlarge a building, to change the use of a property, and for many other projects. If the plan complies with the code, the permit can issue by right; if it does not, the application is refused and you pursue a variance.
Zoning vs. building permits
The zoning permit confirms the project is allowed; building permits confirm it is safe and code-compliant to construct. Most projects need both, and getting the zoning approval first keeps the rest of the process on track.
How Nochumson P.C. helps
Nochumson P.C. secures zoning permits and the relief behind them for owners and developers. Contact us to get permitted.
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- Philadelphia L&I: Licenses & Inspections Overview
- How to Get a Zoning Variance in Philadelphia
- Subdividing Land in Philadelphia
- Philadelphia Code Enforcement & L&I Violations
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