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Permit Expediting

Permit Expediting

The foundation of Philadelphia Zoning’s offerings is permit expediting. Philadelphia Zoning works with a team of licensed expediters whom apply for and obtain your permits and licenses, and also liaison between all of the parties involved.

When you work Philadelphia Zoning, you will be working with a team that is efficient and provides simple and clear communication. You are provided with your permit application number and a way to track the application status in the city’s databases. You will receive consistent updates from Philadelphia Zoning letting you know where your project stands and what information we need to keep the project moving forward.

What is a Permit Expediter ?

A permit expediter is someone who helps you obtain a building permit and navigate the permit process from start to finish. Hiring a permit expediter may help you avoid costly delays caused by mistakes in paperwork, filing, or construction plans. Experienced permit expediters will reduce the amount of time it takes for your building permit application to be processed and approved. As a result, you’ll be able to start your project sooner.

An experienced permit expediter has:

A solid understanding of local building codes and permit requirements.
Connections with local professionals and building department officials who oversee permitting.  
Specialization in obtaining permits for the type of project you are seeking.

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