How to file the food business plan review (Philadelphia)
Anyone opening a stationary food business applies after zoning is approved and before construction or installing food equipment. Call 215-685-7495 to submit, book an appointment or walk in at 7801 Essington Ave (weekdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.). The application covers 13 items, from the site plan to the menu, with a copy of the city food safety certificate.
- Agency
- Philadelphia Department of Public Health, Office of Food Protection
- Where it applies
- Philadelphia
- How it's filed
- Filed in person
- Fee
- VariesSet by square footage, billed after the first review; expedited review is $380 more.
- How long it takes
- A worksheet and fee letter within 30 business days; after you return them, the Health Department replies within 30 business days. Expedited review takes 10 business days.
Official links
Checked against the agency's own page.
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