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
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1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
11th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19102 |
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If you’ve filed a construction complaint with 311, you can submit more information to: addinfoli |
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| Phone |
Phone:
311
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Announcements
System outage: PA Home Improvement Contractor Registration
The Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) Registration system is currently down and cannot issue or renew HIC registrations. Check their website for complete information and updates.
Until service is restored, the Department of Licenses & Inspections will process Philadelphia registrations as follows:
- New PA HIC registration: Mail your application to the State and upload the acknowledgement form with your Philadelphia application.
- Existing PA HIC registration/New Philadelphia Registration: Upload a copy of your expired PA registration with your Philadelphia application.
- Existing PA HIC registration/Existing Philadelphia Registration: Submit a renewal or amendment and upload your current license with your Philadelphia application.
Registrations issued or renewed under this process will expire on December 31, 2025. Once the PA system is restored, you must update your Philadelphia registration with a valid PA certificate.
