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Philadelphia EZ Permits: Complete Contractor Guide

Avoid long plan review queues. Philadelphia L&I allows over-the-counter EZ permits for specific building, electrical, and mechanical projects that match strict standards.

EZ Permit Eligibility Criteria

Philly has specific lists of EZ-eligible work, including non-structural alterations and small-scale services. Projects exceeding these parameters are automatically routed to full plan review.

How PermitOps helps contractors estimate faster

PermitOps turns job inputs into permit requirement guidance, fee-estimate signals, zoning context, and compliance-risk indicators in one workflow. This helps teams avoid missed permit scope and price jobs with better confidence before submission.

FAQ: Philadelphia ez permits

Are EZ permits issued instantly in Philly?

Yes, online submissions that match the EZ standards are typically approved and issued automatically without manual examiner queues.