Philadelphia Zoning practice area

[Sam Ray]

Hi everyone,

Looking for help with Zoning variances in Philadelphia.

Is anyone was able to do it by himself?

[Lucas Pfaff]

@Sam Ray I am not familiar with Crescentville but in Philadelphia a zoning variance requires a meeting with the local community organization prior to meeting with the ZBA (Zoning Board of Appeals). If the property is held under your name I believe this process can be done by the individual him/herself but I wouldn't recommend it.

If the property is held under an LLC or other corporate entity you are required to be represented by council. I believe council must be an attorney but you may be able to have an architect or other representative. I am currently trying to get an official answer on this detail but have not had much luck.