Apply for a permit Learn how to apply for the permits you need for your activity or project. Building and repair permits How to get permits and approvals to do building and repair. Zoning permits How to get zoning permits in Philadelphia. Environmental permits and approvals Get permits or approvals that you need to deal with dust, air pollution, asbestos, and infectious waste. Event permits Get a permit to hold an event in the city. Tobacco retailers Learn about the City's rules for selling tobacco products, including cigarettes, snuff, electronic smoking devices, and more. Factories Learn about the permits you'll need to operate a factory. Get a Fireworks Display Permit How to get a permit for a fireworks display. Get a Tent Permit How to get a permit for a large, temporary tent or canopy. Get a special hauling permit How to get a special hauling permit to drive an oversized or heavyweight vehicle within the Philadelphia city limits. Track a permit application Track a permit application made through the Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I). Submit as a PA Home Improvement Contractor to get construction permits How to submit your PA Home Improvement Registration to the Department of Licenses and Inspections. Register in eCLIPSE as a design professional or attorney of record How to register as a design professional of record (architect or engineer) or attorney so that you can file applications with L&I