The Department of Public Health approves the operation of body art establishments, and the certification of body artists in Philadelphia. Body art includes:
Anyone who wants to open a body art establishment in Philadelphia needs to complete the application and plan review, and follow all regulations.
| Name | Description | Released | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tattoo and and body piercing establishment regulations PDF | Regulations for operation and conduct of tattoo and body piercing establishments. | October 4, 2018 | |
| Application for body art certificate (fillable) PDF | Instructions and application form for a body art certificate. | October 5, 2022 | |
| Application for body art plan review (fillable) PDF | Instructions and application form for plan review of new body art establishments. | October 5, 2022 |