The sold-out concert at Four Seasons Total Landscaping almost didn’t happen because of Philly zoning laws
After a neighbor filed a complaint, L&I granted the famed gardening biz a special exemption.
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What we know about the fire truck that careened into a North Philly building
Police are still investigating what happened, as L&I works to avoid a collapse.
Philly’s dumpster pool crew cools off with a new trick this summer
Construction barriers + Eagles billboard = pop-up swim spot.
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Should Philadelphia expand the board that hears appeals on property violations and firearm permits? (ballot question)
If passed, the body could get three new members and theoretically be able to make faster decisions.
Fire forces evacuation of COVID-positive residents, new Philly quarantine hotel opens Monday
There’s now a “repair or demolish” order on the Rodeway Inn, which is in a historic Center City property.
Storm destroys Philly warehouse wall, splattering bricks across the street
The Strawberry Mansion building had been sitting vacant for a while.
Pop up pool? Philly residents are using a construction ditch for kayaking
The Kensington developer says he's waiting on permits to gets started on a fix. L&I says it's waiting on new designs.
Philly artists were on the hook for $500 after Made in America
Even if you just put out a tip jar without a permit, L&I can confiscate all your stuff.
Are fireworks legal in Philadelphia? It’s still up in the air
...but good luck finding a place to set them off.
Why your Philly Airbnb might be in danger of collapsing
The online rental site doesn’t check for code violations — and has no plans to start.
L&I apologizes to Temple food trucks, will work with vendors on overnight plan
"We will not undertake enforcement until these discussions have taken place."
Turmoil as Temple food trucks forced to vacate overnight
It's a policy that's been in place at least three years — but rarely enforced.
After $2 million scare, Kensington’s Last Stop recovery center is going legit
The 18-year-old operation is forming its first board of directors.
A former Underground Railroad stop is on the brink of collapse in Spring Garden
The city alleges the property owner has been neglectful for years, ignoring their orders to protect the house.
How zoning works in Philly, and how you can get involved
Neighborhood changing around you? Make your voice heard.
Do you need a permit for a sidewalk sale in Philly? It depends
But as far as L&I is concerned, kids selling lemonade shouldn't worry about "Permit Patties."