Service overview
Expediters file applications with the Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I) on behalf of property owners or represent them at board hearings. Expediters must have an Expediter’s License.
This license does not authorize an individual to act as a designer or real estate agent.
Who
Anyone can apply for this license.
You do not need this license if you are a:
- Licensed design professional.
- Licensed attorney.
- Licensed contractor performing or managing work under the application.
- Employee of a licensed design professional, attorney, or contractor.
Requirements
Other licenses and registrations
Insurance
You must provide a Certificate of Insurance that includes the minimum amount:
- Professional Liability Insurance: $100,000
Proof of employment
If you are not self-employed, submit a statement of current or prospective employment. This statement must be on company letterhead and signed by the employer.
Employment and legal history
- If you were employed at the City of Philadelphia and chose to leave, you must wait a year to make an application as an expediter or otherwise represent clients. If you have been involuntarily terminated, you have to wait five years. This includes service positions on boards or commissions.
- You must not have any criminal convictions.
- If you pled “no defense” to crimes related to fraud or deceit or to violations of Public Official and Employee Ethics Law, you must wait for at least six years before applying.
You must provide:
- A Criminal History Record Search by the PA State Police.
- Copies of any civil judgments against or records of conviction of the applicant within the prior ten years for:
- Fraud.
- Deceptive or unfair conduct.
- Negligence.
- Recklessness.
- Breach of contract in a professional capacity.
Photo identification
- 2 in. x 2 in., color
Tax compliance
You must be current on all City of Philadelphia taxes.
Where and when
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Cost
A nonrefundable fee of $20 is applied to the license fee. The balance of the license fee is due once your application is approved.
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How
You can apply for this license online using eCLIPSE or in person at the Permit and License Center.
Online
Applications are reviewed within five business days.
If the application isn’t approved, you will receive an email stating what is missing or required.
In person
L&I can review most applications while you wait.
Renewal requirements
This license must be renewed annually. You can renew online through eCLIPSE or in person at the Permit and License Center.
To renew your license, you must:
- Be current on all City of Philadelphia taxes and fines.
- Have proof of active insurance.
- Submit any new civil judgments or records of conviction.