PWD is excited to announce the creation of the new Development Services Unit, merging Utility Plan Review, Stormwater Plan Review, and related support groups into a single unit to better serve private development project needs.

The goal of the Development Services Unit is to support development through transparent requirements and streamlined processes to ensure projects comply with regulations that protect our city’s water resources.

The Development Services Unit will improve and expand the services that we offer developers while maintaining clear requirements to ensure an ongoing, working relationship with the Philadelphia development community.

Some of the unit’s initiatives include:

  • Identifying and publishing clear service-level goals for all PWD pre-requisite permit reviews.
  • Updating and releasing comprehensive guidance documents so that requirements and processes are clear and accessible to all.
  • Working with other PWD divisions and programs to provide coordinated responses to development projects.
  • Developing public-facing, web-based resources and conducting outreach for development community feedback.

If you have any questions or want to provide input on how DSU can support your work, please feel free to reach out to PWD_DevServices@phila.gov.