Everything you need to pull a new construction permit in Philadelphia, PA — documents, base fee, typical timeline, and a link to the official permit portal.
Typical requirements for a new construction permit in Philadelphia. Requirements may vary — confirm with the city before submitting.
* Fees and timelines are estimates based on typical Philadelphia permit activity. Actual amounts may vary based on project valuation, zoning, and completeness of your application.
Submit your new construction permit application directly through Philadelphia's official portal.
OPEN PHILADELPHIA PERMIT PORTAL ↗Once you've submitted your new construction permit, ClearedNo watches the Philadelphia portal and sends you an instant alert the moment your status changes — so you can schedule your crew without manually checking.
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