Register for an Upcoming L&I Focus Group Session
If you’d like to be part of improving how L&I does business, you’re invited to participate in an upcoming focus group session. These sessions are a way for you to give feedback on how we’re doing and what you’d like to see done better. Sessions are open to anyone who has previously applied for a license or permit, including but not limited to home-, business-, or property-owners, property managers, contractors, architects/engineers, attorneys, or expediters.
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Tuesday, September 22nd
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L&I Focus Group: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 am. - register
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L&I Focus Group: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - register
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Wednesday, September 23rd
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L&I Focus Group: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. - register
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L&I Focus Group: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - register
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Thursday, September 24th
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L&I Focus Group: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. - register
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L&I Focus Group: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. - register
Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email prior to the session with the topics that will be discussed. Each session will be held virtually.
Register for L&I eCLIPSE Webinars
L&I is offering monthly public training webinars about eCLIPSE, e-Plans and Zoning. Customers can sign up for the webinars online under the ‘Announcements’.
L&I will strictly enforce ePlan standards beginning on September 14, 2020. All permit applicants are strongly encouraged to attend an ePlan session to learn more about the standards, understanding concurrent reviews, and accessing review results. Refer to the ePlan submission standards information sheet for more details on the electronic plan upload requirements.
2020 Build Safe PHL Learning Sessions
The Department of Licenses and Inspections is resuming the Build Safe PHL Learning Sessions. If you are interested in attending, please register for any of the following upcoming sessions.
Designing Under the 2018 Philadelphia Plumbing Code
Tuesday – August 25th, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. - register
The upcoming Build Safe PHL session will cover the 2018 plumbing code requirements. The presenter will provide an overview of the code requirements and common deficiencies with plumbing code designs. The session material is designed for contractors and design professionals.
Floodplain Regulation in Philadelphia
Tuesday - September 22nd, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. - register
Gain a better understanding of the opportunities and challenges dealing with floodplain development. Presenter of this course will provide an overview on NFIP (National Flood Insurance Program) and current Philadelphia floodplain regulations. An overview about the City's review requirements and process will be detailed with practical resources and best practices.
Learning Objectives:
- Learn the background to the NFIP and floodplain regulations.
- Explore the floodplain zoning and building code regulations for the City of Philadelphia.
- Education on guides and resources related to floodplain development.
- Process for Zoning and Building permits.
Avoiding Pitfalls in Electrical Permitting and Installation
Tuesday – October 27, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – register
This session will explore the electrical permit, inspection and certification process. L&I Code Administrators will review common deficiencies in permit applications and resultant installations and provide tips on how to navigate permitting and minimize hazards.
Residential Construction on Existing Lots
Tuesday – November 24th, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. - register
The upcoming Build Safe PHL session will cover the plan review and inspection requirements for infill construction and review upcoming legislative initiatives.