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Department of Licenses and Inspections

Philadelphia is preparing to adopt the 2021 I-Codes, with state and local modifications, effective July 2025. Starting January 2026, all new permit applications must comply with the updated codes. To learn more, view the forms and documents.

What we do

The Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) helps people comply with building safety standards and other code requirements. Contractors, business and property owners, landlords, tenants, and other members of the public are all served by L&I.

As part of our mission, we:

  • Inspect construction projects so they meet construction and fire codes.
  • Inspect higher-risk properties for compliance with fire codes.
  • Respond to complaints regarding many code violations.
  • Inspect, monitor, seal, and demolish vacant and/or dangerous buildings.
  • Review plans and issue permits according to building, zoning, plumbing, and electrical codes.
  • Issue trade and business licenses.
  • Help landlords and tenants understand their responsibilities.

Connect

Address
1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
11th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email If you’ve filed a construction complaint with 311, you can submit more information to:
addinfoli@phila.gov
Phone: 311

eCLIPSE

Avoid delays. Apply online.

Use our online system to apply for licenses and permits and look up business and trade license information.

Go to eCLIPSE

L&I monthly newsletter

Our newsletter keeps you up-to-date on permits, licenses, and more. Sign up to get new issues every month, or read archived issues online.

Events

  • Apr
    30
    L&I eCLIPSE Q&A Session
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

    L&I eCLIPSE Q&A Session

    April 30, 2025
    12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, 1 hour
    The Department of Licenses and Inspections will host a 60-minute open Q&A session to address specific permit application questions for users with some experience using eCLIPSE. 

    This session will be held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 12 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. via Zoom. 

    Please register if you are interested in attending this session.
  • May
    15
    2021 I-Code Updates Webinar Series - Part 1: Building, Existing Building and Accessibility Codes
    12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

    2021 I-Code Updates Webinar Series - Part 1: Building, Existing Building and Accessibility Codes

    May 15, 2025
    12:00 pm to 1:30 pm, 2 hours
    L&I will be conducting a webinar series focused on updates to the 2021 I-Code provisions. The series will be broken down into five parts. You can choose to register for one or more sessions. 

    Part 1: Building Code, Existing Building Code and Accessibility Provisions - In this webinar, L&I will provide an overview of the significant changes to the Building Code, Existing Building Code and the Accessibility provisions. This session will be held from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 15, 2025, via Zoom. 

     Please register if you are interested in attending this training course. 


    **Attendees can receive 1.5 hours of continuing education credits for this course.**

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