Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Philadelphia - Vacant Property Clean and Seal
Offers clean-up of trash and overgrown grass/weeds at vacant properties (with structures/ buildings). Residents may call regarding a vacant property where suspected illegal activity is occurring in or around the building(s). Partners with residents, community groups, businesses, other city departments, and agencies to improve the quality of life in Philadelphia's neighborhoods.
1401 John F. Kennedy Boulevard
Public Service Concourse
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Eligibility: Residents of Philadelphia Available to all residents of and visitors to Philadelphia
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 8:00pm
(215) 686-8686
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Phone/FAX Numbers
  • (215) 686-8686
Fee Amounts: Call for details
Intake Procedure: Call
Geographical Area: Philadelphia County
Helpful Tips: Reports may be made anonymously.
What Happens Next:
  • Inspector sent to the property to observe condition and document violations
  • If violations are found, the owner is notified and given an opportunity to file an appeal
  • The Clean and Seal Program may take measures to seal the building/property
Please note that this process normally takes up to 35 days; there are emergency situations when the process will be faster, but those are not the norm.
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Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections
Philadelphia - Vacant Property Clean and Seal
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