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Taxes
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Make an appointment to pay City taxes or a water bill in person
Use Modernized e-Filing (MeF) for City taxes
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Sales, Use, and Hotel Occupancy Tax
Philadelphia Beverage Tax (PBT)
Understand the PBT notification-confirmation process
Special PBT filing situations
Filing caloric and non-caloric beverages
What is subject to the tax
Tobacco and Tobacco-Related Products Tax
Use and Occupancy Tax
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Wage Tax (employers)
Set up a payment agreement for your business or income taxes
Apply for the Voluntary Disclosure Program for overdue taxes
Submit an Offer in Compromise to resolve your delinquent business taxes
Income taxes
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School Income Tax
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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) resources
Property and real estate taxes
Real Estate Tax
Realty Transfer Tax
Get Real Estate Tax relief
Look up your property tax balance
Get a property tax abatement
Appeal a property assessment
Report a change to lot lines for your property taxes
Tax credits
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Community Development Corporation (CDC) Tax Credit
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Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) resources
Green Roof Tax Credit
Healthy Beverages Tax Credit
Job Creation Tax Credit
Jump Start Philly
Keystone Opportunity Zone Tax Credit
Life Partner and Transgender Care Health Benefits Tax Credits
Philadelphia Re-Entry Program (PREP) Tax Credit
Sustainable Business Tax Credit
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Veterans Employment Tax Credit
Resident tax credits
Active Duty Tax Credit
Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) resources
Refunds
Request a refund for City taxes or water bills
Request a Wage Tax refund
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Request a refund for taxes paid to local jurisdictions
Request a technical/private letter ruling for unusual tax circumstances
Tax forms & instructions
Water bills
Pay a water bill
Make an appointment for City taxes or a water bill in person
Water bill affordability, assistance programs, and payment plans
Set up a water bill payment plan
Apply for the senior citizen water bill discount
Apply for water bill customer assistance
Dispute a water bill
Request a refund for City taxes or water bills
Appeal a water bill or water service decision
Resolve water liens and judgments
Search for water liens
Payment plans and assistance programs
Income-based programs for residents
Set up an Owner-occupied Real Estate Tax Payment Agreement (OOPA)
Set up a Real Estate Tax Installment Plan
Apply for the Longtime Owner Occupants Program (LOOP)
Enroll in the Real Estate Tax deferral program
Apply for the low-income senior citizen Real Estate Tax freeze
Set up a water bill payment plan
Apply for water bill customer assistance
Senior citizen programs
Set up a Real Estate Tax installment plan
Apply for the low-income senior citizen Real Estate Tax freeze
Apply for the senior citizen water bill discount
Apply for water bill customer assistance
Programs for businesses
Set up a payment agreement for your business or income taxes
Submit an Offer in Compromise to resolve your delinquent business taxes
Apply for the Voluntary Disclosure Program for overdue taxes
Other payment plans and programs
Set up a Real Estate Tax payment plan for property you don’t live in
Pay outstanding tax balances
Get the Homestead exemption
Set up a payment agreement for your business or income taxes
Apply for the Voluntary Disclosure Program for overdue taxes
Apply for water bill customer assistance
Disputes and appeals for taxes or water bills
Petition for a tax appeal
Dispute a water bill
Appeal a water bill or water service decision
Resolve judgments, liens, and debts
Prevent sequestration of your property due to unpaid debts
Contact a collection agency to resolve a debt
Resolve tax liens and judgments
Resolve bills or liens for work done by the City on a property
Use code enforcement numbers to request a payoff
Pay outstanding tax balances
Resolve water liens and judgments
Interest, penalties, and fees
Financial services for residents
Get free help applying for public benefits
Get free financial counseling
Open a safe and affordable bank account
Payments from the City
Track vendor payment
Enroll in direct deposit as a vendor or a foster parent
Inquire about a City-issued check
Pay your commercial trash/refuse collection fee
Redeem or replace unclaimed bonds
Permits, violations & licenses
Apply for a permit
Building and repair permits
Get permits without plans (EZ permits)
Get an Excavation Site Permit
Get a Building Permit
Get a Foundation-only Building Permit
Get a Complete Demolition Permit
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Get a Retaining Wall Permit
Get a Fence Permit
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Get a Site Work and Site Utility Permit
Get a Tower Crane Permit
Get an Antenna Permit
Get an Electrical Permit to install solar panels
Zoning permits
Get a Zoning Permit
Get a Zoning Permit for new construction or additions
Get a Zoning Permit for complete demolition
Get a Zoning Permit for site clearing or earth disturbance
Get a Zoning Permit to change the use of a property
Get a Zoning Permit to adjust property lot lines
Get a Zoning Permit for signs
Get a Zoning Permit for parking
Environmental permits and approvals
Dust, air pollution, and asbestos
Apply for an asbestos project permit
Get a dust control permit for construction and demolition
Infectious waste
Apply for a portable toilet permit
Apply for a storage/holding tank permit
Request a permit for a septic system or private sewer line
File a complaint about infectious waste
Submit a plan for handling infectious waste at a health care facility
Submit lead certification and inspection reports
Event permits
Events in a City park, field, or rec center
Get a picnic permit
Get a permit for a large event or festival
Get a Friends and community group event permit
Get a wedding ceremony or wedding photo permit
Get a trail permit
Reserve a Parks & Recreation facility or field
Rent a Parks & Recreation venue
Apply for a media permit
Large-scale special events
Sponsor a special event
Get a Temporary Occupancy Permit for a special event
Apply to provide food or drinks at a special event
Get a special event permit
Apply to hold a block party or street event
Operate a farmers market
Tobacco retailers
Report illegal tobacco sales
Get a tobacco retailer permit
Search tobacco retailer permit eligibility by neighborhood
Get help creating a tobacco-free policy
Factories
Apply to operate equipment that emits or controls air pollution
Apply to install equipment that emits or controls air pollution
Get a Fireworks Display Permit
Get a Tent Permit
Get a hauling permit
Track a permit application
Submit as a PA Home Improvement Contractor to get construction permits
Register in eCLIPSE as a design professional or attorney of record
Get construction approval and review
Get approval for construction in the floodplain
Request a preliminary review of construction projects
Get a project scoping meeting for a multi-phased project
Get a license
Use eCLIPSE to apply for licenses
Business licenses
Activity
Get a Commercial Activity License
Get an Activity License Number
Automotive business
Get an Auto Repair Shop License
Get a Tire Dealer License
Get an Auto Wrecking Yard and Tire Storage License
Get a Public Garage or Lot License
Get a Tow Company License
Child care facilities
Schedule a sanitation/safety inspection for a child care facility
Schedule a sanitation/safety inspection for in-home child care
Get a Child Care Facility License
Dumpsters
Get a Dumpster License (Private or Right-of-Way)
Get a Construction Dumpster License
Entertainment business
Get a Special Assembly Occupancy License
Get an Amusement License
Get a Carnival License
Get a Bingo License
Get a Small Games of Chance License
Get a Limited Engagement Small Games of Chance License
Get a Special Permit License
Food businesses
Get a Food Preparation and Serving License
Get a Food Establishment Retail, Non-Permanent Location License
Get a Food Establishment Retail, Permanent Location License
Get a Streetery License
Get a Sidewalk Cafe License
Get a Food Manufacturer License
Get a Food Caterer License
Change ownership of a stationary food business
Change ownership of a mobile food business
Apply for a plan review for a stationary food business
Apply for a plan review for a mobile food business
Operate a farmers market
Take a food safety certification course
Look up a food safety inspection report
Rental and property
Get a Rental License
Get a Limited Lodging Operator License
Get a Limited Lodging and Hotels Booking Agent License
Get a Residential Property Wholesaler License
Get a High-Rise License
Get a Vacant Commercial Property License
Get a Vacant Residential Property License
Vending and street sales
Get a Sidewalk Sales License
Get a license to sell goods in special vending districts
Get a Vendor Motor Vehicle License
Get a Pushcart Vendor License
Get a Vendor-on-Foot License
Get a Newsstand License
Get a Curb Market Vendor License
Get an Honor Box License
Other businesses
Get a Hot Work License
Get a Precious Metal Dealer License
Get a Hazardous Materials License
Get an Outdoor Advertising License
Get a Pawn Shop License
Get a Handbill Distribution License
Get a Scales and Scanner License
Trade licenses
Get a Contractor License
Register as a generator manufacturer representative
Get an Excavation Contractor License
Get a Demolition Contractor’s License
Get a Sheet Metal Technician License
Get a Sheet Metal Apprentice License
Get a Master Plumber’s License
Get a Journeyman Plumber License
Get a Plumber Apprentice License
Get an Electrical Contractor License
Get an Electrical Inspector’s License
Get an Electrical Inspection Agency License
Get a Special Inspector License
Get a Special Inspection Agency License
Get a Fire Suppression Systems Contractor License
Get a Fire Suppression Systems Worker License
Get a Fire Suppression Systems Apprentice License
Get a Fire Suppression Worker—Specialty License
Get a Fire Suppression Worker—Kitchen Fire Extinguishing System License
Get a Fire Alarm Inspector’s License
Get a Curb Setter License
Get an Expediter’s License
Get an Engineer License
Get a Home Inspector’s License
Get a marriage license
Get a gun license
Get a license for your dog
Get a certificate
Body artists
Apply for or renew certification for a body art establishment
Apply for a body artist certification
Bouncers and training providers
Get bouncer certification
Apply to provide bouncer training
Get a Certificate of Occupancy
Get a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy
Get a Property Sales Certification
Get a Certificate of Rental Suitability
Dispute or appeal a decision
Dispute an excess false alarm fine
Dispute a code violation notice (CVN)
Appeal a denied residential parking spot for people with disabilities
Appeal an L&I permit or violation
Appeal to the Board of Building Standards (BBS)
Appeal to the Board of License and Inspection Review
Appeal a zoning decision to the Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA)
Appeal to the Board of Safety and Fire Prevention (BOSFP)
Appeal to the Plumbing Advisory Board
Pay a penalty, fine, or ticket
Pay a parking ticket
Pay a red light ticket
Pay an excess false alarm fine
Pay an L&I violation fee or fine
Pay a code violation notice (CVN)
Rent or sell property
Rent your property (long-term)
Rent your property (short-term)
Get a Rental License
Get a Residential Property Wholesaler License
Get a Limited Lodging Operator License
Get a Limited Lodging and Hotels Booking Agent License
Get a Property Sales Certification
Get a Certificate of Rental Suitability
Search for property history and business license information
Request an L&I inspection
Get a copy of a license, permit, or violation
Make an appointment with the Permit and License Center
Report an unlicensed contractor or unpermitted work
Find a licensed contractor and contractor information
Get a Lawful Occupancy Sign
Property, lots & housing
Get a Certificate of Occupancy
Sign up to stop unsolicited offers on your home
Get free legal help to avoid eviction
Report a bed bug law violation
Get a copy of a deed or other recorded document
Record a deed or other document
Find property information
Property taxes
Appeal a property assessment
Look up your property tax balance
Realty Transfer Tax
Real Estate Tax
Report a change to lot lines for your property taxes
Get Real Estate Tax relief
Get a property tax abatement
Get the Homestead Exemption
Active Duty Tax Credit
Enroll in the Real Estate Tax deferral program
Set up a Real Estate Tax installment plan
Low-income senior citizen Real Estate Tax freeze
Set up an Owner-occupied Real Estate Tax payment agreement (OOPA)
Get a nonprofit real estate tax exemption
Get a real estate tax adjustment after a catastrophic loss
Report graffiti
Find a licensed contractor and contractor information
Find location and zoning information
Foreclosure & sheriff sales
Sheriff & lien sales
Save your home from mortgage and tax foreclosure
Apply for a grant to clear your home’s title
Get help paying your utility bills
Request a circular-free property decal
Historic properties
Find a historic property or district
Nominate a historic property or district
Apply for a historic property plaque
Get help with deed or mortgage fraud
Report suspected deed or mortgage fraud
Sign up for deed fraud protection
Buy, sell, or rent a property
Find a City-owned property
Buy your first home
Find housing
Get help if you are facing homelessness
Visit a City-funded homeless intake center
Find accessible housing
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Information about renting
Get a Rental License
Get help with paying rent
Rent your property (long-term)
Rent your property short-term
Get a Vacant Residential Property License
Get a Vacant Commercial Property License
Get a High-Rise License
Get home improvement help
Get emergency home heater repairs
Get home repairs and modifications for seniors
Get help making your home accessible
Get emergency home repairs
Apply for a low-interest home improvement loan
Report a problem with a building, lot, or street
Submit a service request with 311
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Register a burglar alarm / Pay the annual fee
Safety & emergency preparedness
Get notified when an incarcerated person is released
Contact animal control
Get a restraining order
Ask about an EMS bill
Keep pets safe
Fire safety
Get a smoke alarm installed
Report a possible fire code violation
Find a fire station
Fire
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Report child abuse or neglect
Report elder abuse
Notify 911 dispatchers of disability needs in your household
Prepare for an emergency
Attend a workshop
Make an emergency plan
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Make a shelter-in-place kit
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Keep documents safe
Know whether to stay or go
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Natural hazards
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Earthquake
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Flood
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Report a problem on a city street, sidewalk, or alley
Report an abandoned vehicle
Report a pothole or other street damage
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Report a problem with a street or alley light
Report a problem with a traffic light or sign
Request a traffic light or report a problem
Request a traffic sign or report a problem
Report a missing or damaged manhole cover
Submit a service request with 311
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Street closures
Apply to hold a block party or street event
Apply for a street closure permit for construction
Pavement markings
Apply to paint an “X” on the street in front of your driveway
Request line striping
Suggest a location for an Indego bike station
Parklets, plazas, and bike corrals
Apply to install a parklet
Apply to install a plaza
Apply to install a bike corral
Outdoor dining
Apply for streetery prerequisite approval
Get a Streetery License
Get a Sidewalk Cafe License
Request to change the City Plan
Request a crossing guard for an intersection near your school
Request a traffic calming and safety study
Submit a plumber backfill notification
Trash, recycling & city upkeep
Find your trash and recycling collection day
Find a sanitation convenience center to drop off trash or recycling
Drop off household hazardous waste
Report a problem with trash, recycling, or city upkeep
Report illegal dumping
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Report a sanitation code violation
Report a dead animal in a street
Report missed trash or recycling pickup
Submit a service request with 311
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Get a recycling bin
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Commercial trash and recycling
Pay your Commercial Trash Fee (Refuse Collection Fee)
File a Commercial Waste Report
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Dumpsters
Become a block captain
Dispose of Christmas trees
Recycle fall leaves
Trees, parks & the environment
Air quality
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Events in Philadelphia parks
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Get a trail permit
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Request a dog run
Tree related services
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Request street tree maintenance
Report a downed tree
Water, gas & utilities
Get emergency home heater repairs
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Commercial tenants
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Pay or dispute a water bill
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Apply for a job with the City of Philadelphia
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File a complaint about employment discrimination
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File a COVID-19 retaliation complaint against an employer
Paid or unpaid leave
File for unpaid leave because of domestic violence or sexual assault
Report a sick leave violation
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Report a Fair Workweek violation
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Report wrongful discharge for parking employees
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