6 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 1 city in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania.
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Philadelphia County allows home occupations in all residential districts under Zoning Code Section 14-603(13). Must be secondary to residential use, conducted by resident, and not change the residential character of the property. No manufacturing or retail sales on site.
Philadelphia County prohibits most home business signage in residential districts. Zoning Code Section 14-603(13)(d) allows only one non-illuminated nameplate sign up to 2 square feet. No window, yard, or vehicle advertising signs permitted for home occupations.
Philadelphia County limits customer visits to home businesses under Zoning Code Section 14-603(13). Traffic and activity must not exceed typical residential levels. Excessive client visits, deliveries, or parking demand triggers zoning violation.
Philadelphia County follows PA Limited Food Establishment law (Act 106 of 2022) allowing home-based sale of non-hazardous foods with PA Department of Agriculture registration. Annual sales cap and labeling rules apply. Philadelphia home occupation zoning rules also apply.
Philadelphia County family child care homes (4-6 children) require PA DHS certification under 55 Pa. Code Ch. 3290. Family daycare is permitted in residential zones as a home occupation under Phila. Zoning Code §14-603(13) with registration and fire inspection.
Philadelphia home occupations are regulated under Phila. Zoning Code §14-603(13). Permitted accessory use in RSA/RM residential zones with limits on floor area, employees, and customer visits. Commercial Activity License required.
1 cities in Philadelphia County have their own home business rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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