The Development Services Program is an important resource available to developers of major new projects within the City of Philadelphia. The program will assist developers in the approval and regulatory process, as well as the coordination of utilities and required public infrastructure improvements. The primary goals of the Development Services Program are to streamline the development process and to provide a focal point for any public participation.
With meetings chaired by the City Commerce Department, the program involves the direct participation of various City agencies and departments, as well as both public and private utilities.
The program is available to any major development project involving either new construction or substantial rehabilitation of existing property. The program will assist the developer in:
◊ Determining the necessary regulatory and legal approvals
◊ Reviewing the requirements of affected utility providers
◊ Determining any necessary public actions
◊ Establishing a schedule for project implementation of approvals, utility activity, and public actions
◊ Determining any necessary public actions
The program does not eliminate or replace the standard approval process (e.g., zoning, building permits, etc.) nor does it substitute for the developer’s legal responsibility to conform with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules or regulations.
A coordinating committee has been formed to participate in the program. Included are representatives of:
◊ Fire Department
◊ City Planning Commission
◊ City Commerce Department
◊ Department of Licenses & Inspection
◊ Department of Public Property
◊ Managing Director’s Office |
◊ Department of Public Property
◊ PECO Energy
◊ Philadelphia Gas Works
◊ Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation
◊ Streets Department
◊ Water Department |
Developers interested in participating should contact Sam Rhoads, Senior Vice President, Development Client Program, PIDC at 215.496.8132.
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