Getting a commercial permit in Philadelphia can be anything but straightforward. From navigating the eCLIPSE system to coordinating with multiple city departments like L&I and the Historical Commission, the process can quickly become overwhelming. Our Philadelphia permit expediters help you cut through the red tape, avoid costly delays, and get your permits approved fast.
With years of experience working directly with the City of Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I), we know how to manage the process from start to finish — so you don’t have to.
We handle in-person logistics between your team and L&I, the Historical Commission, Water Department, or any agency involved in your project. Our team ensures packages are on-time every time the first time.
Permit Place custom due diligence reports contain answers to important questions about costs, timeframes, and potential issues you’ll face. Confidently make decisions and prepare for smooth plan reviews and approvals.
We manage the full permitting process: pre-submittal checks, zoning clearances, application prep, plan reviews, revisions, and approvals. Whether your project is in Center City, West Philly, or the Northeast, we coordinate with all relevant departments to keep things moving.
From restaurant and retail buildouts to office and healthcare facilities, we’ve worked on commercial projects across the city. We know when a zoning permit is required, what triggers a Plan Review vs. EZ Permit, and how to meet Philadelphia’s permit requirements without delay.
We work closely with the Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I), Planning Commission, Streets Department, and Water Department. We also understand the special requirements for projects involving the Historical Commission, Fire Department, and zoning overlays.
You’ll get real-time status updates via our online portal and a dedicated permit manager to coordinate with city staff, respond to reviewer comments, and keep you in the loop.
We know how to avoid the most common issues that slow down reviews — like missing attachments in eCLIPSE or unclear plan details. Our experience and local relationships help us push projects forward faster.
Tired of L&I delays and eCLIPSE confusion? Let our local permit expediting team take the lead — and move your project from submittal to approval without unnecessary hold-ups.
Our Philadelphia permit expediters handle every part of the process — from research to final approvals.
We’ve helped hundreds of companies streamline their permit approvals in Philadelphia and across the country.
It depends on your project type and whether it qualifies for an EZ Permit or needs full Plan Review. Basic EZ Permits may be approved in a few days, while full reviews typically take 3–6 weeks or more. We’ll help set realistic expectations and reduce delays.
Yes, Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) offers an accelerated plan review for building and zoning permits. This option allows applicants to pay an additional fee to have their applications reviewed in a shorter timeframe, typically 5 business days instead of the standard 20 business days.
Yes — Permit Place is a national commercial permit expediting firm. We support projects throughout Pennsylvania and across the U.S. If you have multiple locations, we can centralize and streamline the entire permitting process.
We’d love to learn more about your upcoming Philadelphia projects and discuss how our experts can help.
