Licenses, Permits, and Regulations
If you plan to sell food produced in your farm or garden–especially prepared foods–you should be aware of Philadelphia laws about food safety & preparation.
Water For Your Garden
There are several options in Philadelphia for providing water to gardens and urban farms.
Liens and Debt
Unpaid debt from a previous owner can stand in the way of using a vacant lot for a community space–here’s how to find out if a vacant lot has debt, and what to do.
Employment and Labor Law
If you are looking to hire workers or have volunteers in your community garden or urban farm, you need to comply with state and local labor laws.