Asbestos was once a common part of building materials in Philadelphia. However, its fibers can release harmful dust when disturbed. To reduce the risk and inform the public, the Department of Public Health issues:
- Permits for asbestos abatement.
- Licenses and certifications for asbestos abatement professionals.
- Lists of professionals who are certified to perform asbestos abatement in Philadelphia.
- Educational resources for homeowners.
For more information, see the permit process for asbestos projects. To determine the cost of asbestos projects, use the Air Management Services fee schedule.
| Name | Description | Released | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-2024 List of Certified Asbestos Investigators PDF | List of investigators who are certified to perform building surveys and asbestos investigations in Philadelphia. | August 8, 2023 | |
| 2023-2024 List of Certified Asbestos Project Inspectors PDF | List of asbestos project inspectors (API) who are certified to perform air monitoring and enforce the City's asbestos regulations. | August 8, 2023 | |
| 2023-2024 List of Licensed Asbestos Abatement Contractors PDF | List of asbestos abatement contractors who are licensed to perform asbestos abatement projects in Philadelphia. | August 4, 2023 | |
| 2023-2024 List of Licensed Asbestos Laboratories PDF | List of asbestos laboratories that are licensed to analyze samples in Philadelphia. | August 4, 2023 | |
| Asbestos in the Home PDF | A homeowner's guide to asbestos and choosing an asbestos abatement contractor. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Asbestos Abatement and Demolition or Renovation Notification Form PDF | A notification form for demolition or renovation projects that will involve asbestos abatement. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Asbestos Abatement Notification Form Guidance PDF | Further guidance for the asbestos abatement notification form, including definitions and filing fees. | January 16, 2019 | |
| Asbestos Abatement Alternative Method Request PDF | A form to request approval for an alternative method of asbestos abatement. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Asbestos Abatement Final Clearance Report PDF | A form to report the results of a final clearance inspection for an asbestos abatement project. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Asbestos Abatement Permit Application PDF | A permit application for asbestos abatement projects. | February 28, 2019 | |
| Asbestos Contractor License Application PDF | A license application for asbestos contractors who want to perform asbestos abatement projects in Philadelphia. | March 31, 2021 | |
| Asbestos Control Regulation PDF | Regulations for asbestos abatement and control in Philadelphia. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Asbestos Investigator Certification Application PDF | A certification application for asbestos investigators who want to practice their trade in Philadelphia. | January 17, 2019 | |
| Asbestos Laboratory Certification Application PDF | A certification application for asbestos laboratories to analyze building material samples taken in Philadelphia. | January 17, 2019 | |
| Asbestos Project Inspector Initial Course Application PDF | An application to take an initial asbestos project inspector course. | January 17, 2019 | |
| Asbestos Project Inspector Recertification Application PDF | An application to take an asbestos project inspector refresher course and for recertification. | April 13, 2023 | |
| Demolition Requirements Guide PDF | The City's demolition requirements, including asbestos inspection and abatement, vector control, and dust control. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Guide to Air Pollution and Asbestos Abatement Permits and Licenses PDF | Information about permits and licenses that have to do with air pollutants. | October 2, 2018 | |
| Guide to Asbestos Abatement Permits PDF | Information about the permit process for asbestos abatement projects. | January 17, 2019 | |
| Philadelphia Code: Asbestos Projects Amendment PDF | A notice about amendments to Title 6 of the Philadelphia Code regarding asbestos projects, inspectors, and contractors. | October 2, 2018 |