Utility Plan Review

Development Services Unit Updates

COVID-19 Updates: Hybrid Work Schedule  As the City of Philadelphia eases COVID-19 restrictions, PWD staff are working a hybrid schedule with time spent working remotely and in the office. In addition to emailing pwd_devservices@phila.gov, general inquires to Utility Plan Review and Stormwater Plan Review can now be made by calling 215-685-6387. If you need to speak with a specific staff member, it […]

Utility Plan Review Deferral for Tax Abatement 

Changes in the real estate tax abatement for new residential construction will take effect on January 1, 2022. To apply for a real estate tax abatement under the existing abatement schedule, applicants must obtain an issued building permit from L+I by December 31, 2021. Projects expecting an issued building permit by that date, were recommended to […]

New Unit Streamlines Service for Development Projects

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 […]

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