City of Philadelphia
City · Pennsylvania · Philadelphia · pop. 1,603,797
Low-voltage license required
Fire alarm license
Security license
Permit overview
Philadelphia L&I requires electrical permits for low-voltage systems above stated thresholds. Fire alarm permits separately through Fire Marshal.
State licensing: PA does not issue a statewide electrical contractor license; PA HICPA registration required for residential; Fire alarm requires PA State Police license for security/alarm industry
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