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29 Nov

Navigating Philadelphia’s New Short-Term Rental Regulations: Insights from Successful Variance Approvals

in Building Permits, Expediting, Philadelphia Licenses, RCO, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Variance

We previously wrote about changes to Philadelphia's zoning laws which now mandate holding either a Visitor Accommodation (VA) permit or a Limited Lodging License for short-term rental (STR) properties, which you can read about here. While the VA permit is less restrictive than the limited lodging license, obtaining approval for a VA permit can be challenging due to specific zoning district requirements. However, a recent...

18 May

Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) in Philadelphia

by Joe

in Multifamily, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Projects, Zoning Variance

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One topic I get at least one call about per week is the accessory dwelling unit. While it’s a cool idea and awesome when it works, it’s a rare circumstance when it does, and they are not the backdoor to getting that duplex that you’ve been desperately searching for. Accessory Dwelling Units, or “ADU”s in zoning nerd speak, historically called granny flats or backyard cottages, are...

01 Nov

How to Consolidate or Subdivide a Lot in Philadelphia

by Philly Zoning Team

in Design, Zoning, Zoning Permits

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Going through the process to relocate lot lines for a lot consolidation or subdivision in Philadelphia has many steps. This post will walk you through the steps that you need to take and the associated estimated costs and timeline you can expect. Step 1: Get a Survey & New Legal Description(s) In order to start the process, you will need to have a civil engineer / land...

27 Sep

What Happens After Your Zoning Board of Adjustment Hearing

by Philly Zoning Team

in Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Projects, Zoning Variance

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Zoning Board of Adjustment: What Happens After Your Hearing Philadelphia Zoning specializes in Zoning Variance coordination. Whether it is a regulated use registration for a new business or a height bonus for a home addition, in order to get approval from the City to execute a development plan which is not expressly allowed by the Zoning Code, you must obtain letter granting you special approval from...

23 Sep

Health Department Requirements for Tattoo Studios in Philadelphia

by Philly Zoning Team

in Business, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Variance

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Philadelphia Zoning was founded in large part to help new business owners obtain the proper zoning to operate their business. One of the most common types of projects we have worked on throughout the years has been Zoning Variance for Body Art and Tattoo Use. Because this is a controlled use, obtaining a permit always requires special approval by the Zoning Board of Adjustment. In addition to obtaining...

14 Sep

Zoning Permits vs. Building Permits

by Philly Zoning Team

in Building Permits, Business, Multifamily, Single family, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process

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The Typology of Permits Property development can be complicated. And if you are new to the world of city regulation and permits, it may be difficult to predict exactly what you need in order to successfully, and legally, complete a project. The typology of permits is generally broken down into two categories; Building and Zoning. This is because city regulations are also separated by these terms and...

13 Jul

Online Resources for Zoning and Permitting

by Philly Zoning Team

in All, Building Permits, Business, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Projects

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Earlier this week our expeditors Ashley and Liz hosted an Instagram Live event where they explained the different online resources we use here at Philadelphia Zoning. MVR (Most Valuable Resource) Our favorite and most valued online resource is the City Atlas. The Atlas has five important functions we think you should know about. The first and foremost value of this sacred tool is that it allows...

05 Jul

Permits Made Simple

by Philly Zoning Team

in All, Building Permits, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Projects

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Philadelphia Zoning is Here For You Here at Philadelphia Zoning, we specialize in obtaining permits in a timely fashion. A task which we have often alluded to in our previous posts, as one which requires a certain level of expertise. Expertise, not everyone who needs a permit in the city of Philadelphia has. Luckily for you, our goal here at Philadelphia Zoning is not only to...

29 Jun

Expediting From a New Perspective

by Philly Zoning Team

in Additional Information, Building Permits, Philadelphia Licenses, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Projects

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Newbie on the Block June concludes my first month at Philadelphia Zoning as an expeditor. Let me tell you, it was no joke. Don’t get me wrong, there were lots of jokes exchanged between me and my fantastic expediting trainer. However, to execute the role of a seasoned expeditor requires a true mastery of both the Art and the Science of City Zoning Code. One might think...

10 Jun

How To Get Your Permit On Time

by Philly Zoning Team

in Additional Information, All, Building Permits, Business, Design, Multifamily, Philadelphia Licenses, Single family, Zoning, Zoning Permits, Zoning Process, Zoning Projects

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Time is Money When you are planning to renovate a home or start a new business, many times, the most important thing to consider is timing. So if your project involves obtaining permits or licenses from the City, it is important that you know what the different timetables are. But before we discuss specific timetables of different permits, the first thing to know is that you will...

Zoning Permits

Navigating Philadelphia’s New Short-Term Rental Regulations: Insights from Successful Variance Approvals

Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) in Philadelphia

How to Consolidate or Subdivide a Lot in Philadelphia

What Happens After Your Zoning Board of Adjustment Hearing

Health Department Requirements for Tattoo Studios in Philadelphia

Zoning Permits vs. Building Permits

Online Resources for Zoning and Permitting

Permits Made Simple

Expediting From a New Perspective

How To Get Your Permit On Time

How to Submit Additional Information

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How Much Does a Permit Cost?

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