Official:Amending Section 20-101 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Residence Requirements," by providing that certain employees in the civil service need not be a bona fide resident of the City when appointed, but must establish and maintain bona fide residence in the City within six months after appointment.
Sponsor: Councilmember Kenney
Introduced: January 24, 2008
Signed: April 10, 2008
: Committee on Labor and Civil Service
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill changed a rule that says city employees don't have to live in Philadelphia when they get hired, but must move here and stay within six months.
Add your view and see how other readers lean. One vote per person.
to cast your vote
City Introduces Revised Civil Service Residence Rule
220912 · Lapsed · 2022
New Police Recruits Can Move to Philly on Their First Day of Duty, No Year-Long Wait Required Anymore
010509-A · Lapsed · 2001
Repeal of Charter Amendment for Elected Officials
260263 · Signed Into Law · 2026
Notifying Homeowners About Short-Term Rentals in Their Buildings
260241 · Signed Into Law · 2026
Making Asbestos Removal Fees More Fair and Transparent
260206 · Signed Into Law · 2026
Philadelphia Towing Companies Must Accept Credit Cards for Payment Under New City Ordinance Requirements
080004 · Signed Into Law · 2008
Parking in Disabled Spots Without Valid Permit Now a Felony Offense in Philadelphia
080149 · Signed Into Law · 2008
City Council Votes to Overhaul Prevailing Wage Calculation Method in Major Labor Reform Bill
080148 · Signed Into Law · 2008
Every City Council bill since 2000, summarized in plain English.