Philadelphia building license application

• Taxes
• Financing & Incentives
• Location & Zoning
• Find a license or permit

Building Permits

You must get a Building Permit before starting a project that:

• Constructs a new building.
• Enlarges or adds to an existing structure.
• Changes the interior or exterior of an existing structure.
• Partially or fully demolishes a structure.
• Changes the occupancy classification of any part of a building.
• Increases the occupant load in a space.
• Includes major repairs that aren’t part of regular maintenance.
• Includes 5,000 sq. ft. or more of earth disturbance.

Please visit Get a Building Permit for information.

Department of Licenses and Inspections

Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pm
(*closes at 12:00pm/noon last Wednesday of every month)

The City of Philadelphia is a city built by entrepreneurs. Our City's success is based on your success. We are here to help you Plan, Launch, and Manage your business.