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Open Floor Plan Living in Philadelphia: Considerations and Code Requirements

Open floor plans can maximize space and foster a sense of connectedness in small homes, but they also come with challenges such as defining spaces and creating privacy. Before embarking on an open floor plan renovation in Philadelphia, it's crucial to navigate practical considerations and code requirements to ensure a safe and compliant living space.

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Jane Mittelman Jane Mittelman

Beyond Building Permits: The Hidden Value of Building Plans

If you're planning to build or renovate a property in Philadelphia, you might be wondering if you really need detailed building plans. After all, isn't the purpose of building plans just to get building permits? If not, what is the purpose of a floor plan? While building permits are certainly important, building plans can serve a variety of other purposes that can save you time, money, and headaches down the line.

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Jane Mittelman Jane Mittelman

Getting an EZ Building Permit in Philadelphia

An EZ Building Permit is a type of permit issued by the City of Philadelphia which allows a particular construction project to be completed without submitting plans or obtaining a full renovation permit. In theory it should be an "easy permit" to obtain to address "ez properties". EZ permits make building in Philadelphia a snap, while still maintaining PA building permits rules and guidelines. 

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Jane Mittelman Jane Mittelman

How To Obtain a Make Safe Permit to Satisfy Open Violations in Philadelphia

If you live in Philadelphia, and have received a property violation of "unsafe" or "dangerous" you may be wondering what to do next, or how to address this issue of unsafe construction. We are here to walk you through how to obtain a make safe permit, how to obtain a building permit, and following proper procedure.

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