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Department of Licenses and Inspections

Rental licenses

A Rental License is required to rent housing units or properties to tenants. Rental licenses must be renewed annually and require a renewal fee.

Rental licensing in Philadelphia

All businesses that operate a rental property in Philadelphia need to:

  • Register for an Activity License, or
  • Get a Commercial Activity License.

They must also hold a Rental License. A Rental License is a specific type of business license.

Activity licenses

Get a Commercial Activity License

How to get a license to do business in Philadelphia.

Get an Activity License Number

How to get a license number for non-commercial activity in the City.

Rental license

Get a Rental License

How to get or renew a license to rent out a property.

Information about renting your property

Rent your property (long-term)

Landlords must follow certain requirements to rent property in Philadelphia.

Rent your property (short-term)

Property owners must follow certain requirements to rent their property short-term (such as an Airbnb).

Rental License FAQ

Still have questions? See the Rental License FAQ.


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