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Starting a restaurant, café, or catering biz? Don’t let paperwork kill your dream before the first order’s up. Launching a food business in Philly is exciting, but it also comes with one of the most regulated startup checklists in the city. Whether you’re opening a trendy food truck, cozy café, or commercial ghost kitchen, securing … Read More

Because the finish line doesn’t appear just because you started building. In Philly, finishing a construction project isn’t just about getting the work done, it’s about getting the right approvals, meeting strict inspection requirements, and obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) that proves your space is legal, safe, and ready to be used. Sounds simple? … Read More

Breaking barriers in a male-dominated space, one permit at a time. We’re proud to announce that Comporth LLC is now officially WBENC-certified as a women-owned business. This recognition by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) is more than a badge, it’s a strategic step forward in our mission to bring equity, innovation, and excellence … Read More

Because nothing ruins your day like a violation stapled to your front door. If you’ve just discovered an Unsafe or ID Code Violation Notice from Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I) posted at your building, take a breath, and then take action. These violations are serious, time-sensitive, and can lead to catastrophic consequences if … Read More

Because in Philly, you can’t just show up with a bulldozer and a dream. Before a single nail is hammered or a wall gets knocked down, there’s a complex system of permits, inspections, and city approvals standing between you and your construction site. Especially in Philadelphia, where navigating demolition and pre-construction can feel like decoding … Read More

Ducts, vents, and HVACs aren’t the problem, it’s the paperwork that’ll choke your project. If your construction or renovation project in Philadelphia involves mechanical work, HVAC installs, duct rerouting, or commercial kitchen ventilation, then you’re stepping into one of the city’s most overlooked permitting minefields. Mechanical permits may sound straightforward, but the process is anything … Read More

Avoid the setbacks. Stay compliant. And get your project done right, the first time. If you’re tackling a construction or renovation project in Philadelphia that involves electrical work, you’ve probably already heard the words “permit” and “inspection” more times than you’d like. We get it, navigating the city’s permitting system isn’t exactly intuitive. And when … Read More

How to keep your project moving, and your paperwork in line. If you’re applying for a construction permit in Philadelphia, chances are you’re using the city’s eCLIPSE system, a platform known for being both necessary and notoriously tricky. Whether you’re a developer, architect, contractor, or design professional, you play a role in making sure your … Read More

The city might still be figuring it out, but we’ve got you covered. If your property has been tagged as UNSAFE or Imminently Dangerous (ID) by the City of Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I), there’s only one way forward: file a ‘Make Safe’ Building Permit. This type of building permit is designed to … Read More