Construction Act Form 7 In Philadelphia
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To report unlicensed contractors or unpermitted work, use 311's online form or call 311. If you're outside Philadelphia, call (215) 686-8686. After you've filed a report with 311, you can submit more information to addinfoli@phila.
For all other licensing questions, submit an online request to the Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I) . You will receive a response within 2 business days. For general questions, call 311 or (215) 686-8686 if outside Philadelphia.
In Philadelphia, all major construction and renovation projects need a permit. Small projects like finish work and accessory structures won't always need a permit, but you should always double check with the city first.
Work can be performed between the hours of 7 a.m to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No work is permitted on Sundays and/or holidays.
Construction noise is limited from night through early morning. When construction noise affects residences, it should be no more than five decibels above the background sound level from: 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. on weekdays. 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. on weekends.
Permits, violations & licenses Get permits without plans (EZ permits) Get an Excavation Site Permit. Get a Building Permit. Get a Foundation-only Building Permit. Get a Complete Demolition Permit. Get a Use of Explosives Permit. Get a Make Safe Permit for a dangerous building. Get a Mechanical Permit.
Sound Absorption Tactics Use our Echo Eliminator panels made from bonded acoustical cotton to help optimize noise control. Hang sound absorbing curtains in front of (sealed) windows. Get some fluffy, soft furniture or accessories, like: Padded office or conference room chairs. Lay down rugs (with pads)
If the landlord does not agree then you can sue your landlord for a breach of the implied warranty of quiet enjoyment and ask the judge to let you out of the lease and/or for monetary compensation. You can do this at your local small claims court.
Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches above adjacent grade, and not over any basement or story below grade and not part of an accessible route. Movable cases, counters and partitions that are not over 5 feet 9 inches in height.
(11) Regular Construction. Construction between the hours of 7 a.m. and 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, or between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. on weekends and legal, national or state holidays. (12) Siren. A device manually or electrically operated for producing a penetrating warning sound.
