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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

  • Oct
    11
    Historical Commission monthly meeting
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Historical Commission monthly meeting

    October 11, 2024
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm, 5 hours
    Online via Zoom
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    To watch/listen to and speak during the remote meetings live on Zoom using your computer, tablet, or smartphone, click on the following link:
    Historical Commission meeting on October 11, 2024, 9:00 a.m.
    Link: https://bit.ly/HCoct11
    Passcode: 201214

    To listen to and speak during the remote meetings live by telephone, call 1-267-831-0333.
    Historical Commission meeting on October 11, 2024, 9:00 a.m.
    Webinar ID: 827 1857 1816#
    Participant ID: #
    Passcode: 201214#

    Please note that remote public meetings are recorded. By participating in the meeting, you are consenting to be recorded. After the meeting, a recording of it (and other earlier meetings) is available on the Historical Commission’s website at https://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-historical-commission/recordings-of-public-meetings/
  • Oct
    16
    Historical Commission Committee on Historic Designation meeting
    9:30 am to 1:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Historical Commission Committee on Historic Designation meeting

    October 16, 2024
    9:30 am to 1:00 pm, 4 hours
    Online via Zoom
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    To watch/listen to and speak during the remote meeting live on Zoom using your computer, tablet, or smartphone, click on the following link:
    Committee on Historic Designation, October 16, 2024, 9:30 a.m.
    Link: https://bit.ly/hdoct16
    Passcode: 270684

    To listen to and speak during the remote meeting live on the telephone, call 1-267-831-0333.
    Committee on Historic Designation, October 16, 2024, 9:30 a.m.
    Webinar ID: 840 0016 7254#
    Participant ID: #
    Passcode: 270684#

    Please note that remote public meetings are recorded. By participating in the meeting, you are consenting to be recorded. After the meeting, a recording of it (and other earlier meetings) is available on the Historical Commission’s website at https://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-historical-commission/recordings-of-public-meetings/
  • Oct
    22
    Historical Commission Architectural Committee meeting
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm
    Online via Zoom

    Historical Commission Architectural Committee meeting

    October 22, 2024
    9:00 am to 12:00 pm, 3 hours
    Online via Zoom
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