Fireworks Display Permit
Operation Permits are issued for the regulation of the use and transport of certain hazardous materials, equipment and activities. The Department of License and Inspections works in conjunction with other City Agencies in the issuance of Operation Permits. Applications for fireworks displays are submitted to the Fire Code Unit of... Learn More
Sale of Fireworks Permit
Operation Permits are issued for the regulation of the use and transport of certain hazardous materials, equipment and activities. The Department of License and Inspections works in conjunction with other City Agencies in the issuance of Operation Permits. NOTE A Sale of Fireworks Permit is not required to sell sparkling devices, party poppers,... Learn More
Hot Works Permit
Operation Permits are issued for the regulation of the use and transport of certain hazardous materials, equipment and activities. The Department of License and Inspections works in conjunction with other City Agencies in the issuance of Operation Permits. The maximum time period a Hot Works Permit is valid is one year.... Learn More
Tent Permit
An operational permit is required to operate an air-supported temporary membrane structure or a tent having an area in excess of 200 sq. ft. or a canopy in excess of 400 sq. ft. (See Section 105.6.13 of the Philadelphia Fire Code for exceptions). Prerequisite Approvals: Before obtaining an operations permit, your... Learn More
Demolition Contractor License
A Demolition Contractor license is required of anyone removing structural elements for the purpose of removing the entire structure. This license must be renewed annually and successful applications must specify up-to-date insurance and tax compliance.
Waste and Recycling Haulers Information
This license is no longer required by the City of Philadelphia, but other regulations may apply.
Special Assembly Occupancy License
This license is required for restaurants, bars, catering halls, night clubs and other gathering places with dancing and a lawful occupancy of 50 people or more. Theaters with fixed seating do not need this license.
Small Games of Chance License
This license is required for any organization that conducts small games of chance on a continuing basis
Sheet Metal (Technician) License
A Sheet Metal Technician license is required to install, maintain, and service sheet metal systems used in HVAC systems.
Persons employed as a Sheet Metal Technician must work for a licensed contractor. This license does not authorize the operation of a business.
Sale of Firearms License
This license is no longer required by the City of Philadelphia.
Rubbish Vehicle – Public and Private
In accordance with a Commonwealth Court ruling, the Department of Licenses and Inspections is no longer licensing waste haulers and their vehicles.
Electrical Permit
Only a licensed Electrical Contractor can apply for an electrical permit from the City.
Pennsylvania Professional Licensing
Certain professionals and businesses require a license and state credential to practice in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Outdoor Advertising Sign License
This license is required for having large outdoor signs, such as billboards. The license does not apply to accessory business signs.
Outdoor Advertising Business License
This license is required for installers and owners of large outdoor signs, such as billboards.