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Zoning In On Your Success One Permit At A Time
Philadelphia Zoning provides professional permit expediting, zoning consulting & project management services to the investor, developer, design professional, homeowner, and business owner.
Console Matison, LLP represents individuals and businesses in real estate, family law, probate, and business development.
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Console Matison LLP
Philadelphia Zoning
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Console Matison LLP
Philadelphia Zoning
Whether for a new business, dream home, investment property, or new development, you can trust that your project is receiving the attention it requires to remain on-track.
We provide services for our client to help obtain:
-Rental Licenses
-Short Term Rental Licenses
-Commercial Activity Licenses
-Business Licenses
We understand the inner-workings of permitting procedures and are effective advocates for our clients when dealing with City departments. We lead the charge for getting your permits through the City’s red tape, procedures, and complex requirements.
Permitting in the City of Philadelphia is a complex and constantly changing series of codes and laws. Our law firm will assess your project to provide feasibility reports which allow you to make informed decisions when faced with a myriad of potential options.
We can help obtain your rental license and all of the associated approvals and compliance needs.
Let us help you through the process of obtaining a commercial activity license or business license.
Our expert zoning attorneys are here to help our clients navigate the Philadelhia zoning code and use permit process.
We provide you with fast and efficient building permit coordination that gives you clarity and confidence in your project.
Zoning variances and appeals are very complex. Philadelphia Zoning can guide you through with our years of experience.
Our team can apply for and obtain your permits and licenses, and also be a liaison between all of the parties involved.
The City of Philadelphia’s Zoning Code details what and where you can build and operate in the City. Any construction, renovation, addition, structure, new business, or even renting your own home requires a Zoning and/or Use Permit.
In most cases, you have to submit an application to the Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) for a formal review. Permits also often require the approval from an assortment of other City organizations such as the Historical Commission, Art Commission, a Registered Community Organization, Streets Department, and City Planning Commission.
Philadelphia Zoning can file for all of the required Zoning and Use Permits for you. We also acquire the necessary pre-requisite approvals from any City offices that your project needs.
Our firm offers a comprehensive range of services including:
Zoning and Use Permits
Sign Permits
Change of Use of Existing Property
Building Permits
Additions and Demolitions
New Construction
Rental Licenses
Rental Licenses for Year to Year Leases
Short-Term Rental Licenses
Business Licenses
Philadelphia Tax Accounts
Commercial Activity Licenses
Zoning Variances and Zoning Appeals
We represent clients whose permits have been denied and need to file for a variance or appeal with the City of Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs and in New Jersey
Trade permit applications (e.g., contractor, electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
No, we are not a government department. Philadelphia Zoning is managed by Console Matison LLP, a law firm specializing in real estate and zoning needs in Philadelphia and the surrounding Pennsylvania and New Jersey suburbs.
To determine the zoning of your property, you can:
Our fees vary depending on the scope and complexity of the project. We offer:
Please contact us for a detailed estimate tailored to your specific needs.
The duration of a project depends on several factors including the type and scale of the project, the complexity of the permitting process, and any specific requirements.
Generally, simple zoning and permit applications can take one to four weeks to obtain approval. Larger development projects may take several months.
We strive to provide realistic timelines and keep you informed throughout the process.
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