Need Help Getting Rental License In Philadelphia, PA

[Jason Cooper]

I'm in the process of obtaining a Rental License for a triplex that I recently acquired. The prior owner did not secure a rental license or a certificate of occupancy for the property. In my efforts to obtain a Certificate of Occupancy, I encountered a requirement for a zoning permit. However, my application for this permit was rejected. The denial was based on the following reason:

"The proposed use Visitor Accommodations is prohibited in the RM-1 Zoning district per table 14-602-1".

At this juncture, it seems my next step is to appeal to the Zoning Board of Adjustments. I'm currently researching how to effectively navigate this appeal process.

A bit more context:

• The property has a zoning permit dated 1/16/1956, which includes a variance recognizing it as a three-family unit.
• I do not possess a building permit that explicitly authorizes use as a three-family dwelling.

I'm seeking advice tailored to the Philadelphia, PA area, particularly regarding this situation. If anyone has contacts or resources that could help streamline this process, I would greatly appreciate your sharing them.

I am attempting to acquire a Rental License for a 3-unit apartment complex. The previous owner did not have a rental license or a certificate of occupancy. While trying to apply for Certificate of occupancy, I am required to get a zoning permit. I applied for the zoning permit but was denied, with the following comment: 
"The proposed use Visitor Accommodations is prohibited in the RM-1 Zoning district per table 14-602-1". 

I am supposed to appeal to the zoning board of approvals at this point. I am currently looking online to learn how to move forward there. 

Additional information: r
Zoning permit from 1/16/1956 with a variance granting this as a 3 family unit
I have no building permit saying this allows this as a 3 family

I am asking for any advice specifically for Philadelphia, PA. If you have any contacts for anyone who can help me expedite this process, please feel free to send them my way.