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Dell Music Center concert tonight August 20 cancelled due to storm.

Due to severe weather, the performance scheduled for tonight, August 20, at the Dell Music Center has been canceled. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and greatly appreciate your patience and understanding.

Find more refund details on the Dell Music Center website.

Attend the Appraiser and Assessor Career Expo!

Join the City of Philadelphia’s Home Appraisal Bias Program and industry partners for the inaugural Appraisal & Assessment Career Exploration Expo!

This is a unique opportunity to learn about rewarding careers in property valuation, assessment, real estate, and related fields. This interactive event will introduce students, career changers, and professionals to the many pathways available within the valuation profession. It will host a variety of professionals, including:

  • Appraisers
  • Assessors
  • Educational institutions
  • Government agencies
  • Housing organizations
  • Lenders
  • Industry leaders

Event details

  • When: Wednesday, October 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Where: 1755 N 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
  • Learn more & RSVP: View the Google Calendar event

New ZBA Fee Schedule in Effect as of August 1

New Zoning Board of Adjustment fees are effective on August 1, 2026. View the new fee schedule and other ZBA materials on the Zoning Board of Adjustment appeals materials page.

Zoning Board of Adjustment fees are established in Section A-907 of the Philadelphia Administrative Code. Applicants must pay a filing fee to appeal to the ZBA. The filing fee will be listed on your refusal or referral issued by L&I.

New Zoning Board of Adjustment fees came into effect on August 1, 2026.

The fee to appeal varies by property:

  • Existing one-or-two-family dwellings — $125
  • Proposed affordable housing projects* — $125
  • All other properties — $811
  • Administrative review — $265
  • Reposting of notices (continuance) — $177
  • Accelerated hearing — $995 per property (maximum of $2,985)
  • Accelerated hearing for proposed affordable housing projects* — $0
  • Leave to amend — $151

*Applies to applications for variances and special exceptions where the project described in the denied zoning permit meets the definition of an “Affordable Housing Project,” as defined in Section A-106 of the Philadelphia Administrative Code.

Philly Trails in a Photo Contest

This summer, teenagers and young adults in Philadelphia are invited to enter the Philly in a Photo Contest: Trails Edition. Philadelphia youth ages 12 to 22 are invited to enter a photo in the contest by October 1, 2026. Enter the contest by completing the Philly in a Photo Contest (Trails Edition) submission form. For more details and information, read this blog post.

Upcoming events

  • Aug
    20
    Philadelphia Beverage Tax Payments Due!
    All Day
    Pay online

    Philadelphia Beverage Tax Payments Due!

    August 20, 2026
    All Day
    Pay online
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  • Aug
    20
    Common Level Ratio Changes to (1.06)
    All Day

    Common Level Ratio Changes to (1.06)

    August 20, 2026
    All Day
  • Aug
    20
    By Appointment: La Via Legal
    10:00 am to 2:00 pm
    2749 Levick St, Philadelphia, PA 19149, USA

    By Appointment: La Via Legal

    August 20, 2026
    10:00 am to 2:00 pm, 4 hours
    2749 Levick St, Philadelphia, PA 19149, USA
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    Mobile site hosted by La Via Legal Office. Open to the community by appointment only
    To schedule your appointment, contact us using this link  https://tinyurl.com/yxs393w9


    Limited to 45 participants.


  • Aug
    20
    BRT MARKET VALUE APPEAL HEARING
    10:00 am to 3:30 pm

    BRT MARKET VALUE APPEAL HEARING

    August 20, 2026
    10:00 am to 3:30 pm, 6 hours

    Join Zoom Meeting

    https://lexitas.zoom.us/j/93905315043?pwd=SE1TaVJDVUJDMHB2Qk9XUy9uUHVyQT09

     

    Meeting ID: 939 0531 5043

    Passcode: 276218

    Call in # 646-876-9923

    **Be sure to log on at your scheduled time and you will be placed in the waiting room until your matter is called upon by the Board. If possible, clearly identify your first and last name with the address of appeal when logging on.

    If you need a translator for this hearing, you must call the BRT office (215) 686-4343 at least (5) days in advance so that our staff can schedule accordingly.

    THE BOARD WILL BE ATTENDING REMOTELY.

    We thank you in advance for your patience.

    **IF YOU ARE NOT SCHEDULED AND WOULD LIKE TO SIMPLY OBSERVE A HEARING, PLEASE EMAIL OUR OFFICE FOR DIRECTION AT APPEALINQUIRY@PHILA.GOV

  • Aug
    20
    OHS Meal Guest Survey Overview
    10:00 am to 11:00 am
    Philadelphia Municipal Services Building, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA

    OHS Meal Guest Survey Overview

    August 20, 2026
    10:00 am to 11:00 am, 1 hour
    Philadelphia Municipal Services Building, 1401 John F Kennedy Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Join OHS to learn about its Food Services Unit’s recent meal guest survey results and the team's plans to apply the findings in the future!

    The Office of Homeless Services will provide an overview of a meal guest survey that its Food Services Unit recently conducted. Team members will review the survey’s key findings and recommendations. You’ll learn, for instance, which foods came out on top, as well as how the team will use meal service participants’ likes, dislikes, and suggestions to improve the overall meal experience, meal accessibility, and menu planning across the OHS network. 

    The event will be held at the Municipal Services Building in the Innovation Lab, located on the 16th floor. This event is free, but pre-registration is required. Secure your ticket today!


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