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Philadelphia Historical Commission

Notice: The Historical Commission offices are not yet open for walk-ins. Plan reviews are available via eCLIPSE or by scheduling an in-person appointment. To learn how to participate in our remote meetings, see our public meetings page.

What we do

As part of the Department of Planning and Development, the Philadelphia Historical Commission protects the City’s historic resources. Together with its advisory committees, the commission:

The commission staff reviews building permit applications and nominations to the register. When needed, they forward applications to the appropriate committee. The staff:

  • Approves over 90% of building permit applications without referral to a committee.
  • Informs the public about the commission’s rules and processes.
  • Gives advice on preservation techniques.
  • Helps the public research the history of their properties.

Connect

Address
1515 Arch St.
13th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email preservation@phila.gov
TTY: (215) 683-0286
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Events

  • Mar
    28
    Historical Commission Architectural Committee meeting
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Historical Commission Architectural Committee meeting

    March 28, 2023
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm, 3 hours
    Online via Zoom
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    To join with a device, go to this website on March 28.

    To join with a telephone, call this number on March 28.
    • Telephone Number: 301-715-8592
    • Webinar ID: 820 4520 6141#
    • Participant ID #
    • Password: 025122#

    To email comments, send them to preservation@phila.gov by noon on March 27.
  • Apr
    14
    Historical Commission monthly meeting
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Historical Commission monthly meeting

    April 14, 2023
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm, 5 hours
    Online via Zoom
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  • Apr
    25
    Historical Commission Architectural Committee meeting
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Historical Commission Architectural Committee meeting

    April 25, 2023
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm, 3 hours
    Online via Zoom
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