Official:Amending provisions of The Philadelphia Code relating to towing; in particular, amending Section 9-605, entitled "Towing," by revising the provisions for the licensing of towing companies; by revising the rotation system for towing certain vehicles; by providing for fines, penalties and license suspensions, and for administrative adjudication of certain violations; and by delegating the administration and enforcement of the Section to the Philadelphia Parking Authority; and amending Section 12-2406.1, relating to fees for towing and storage of immobilized or impounded vehicles; all under certa
Sponsor: Councilmember Kenney
Introduced: September 16, 2010
Signed: February 3, 2011
: Committee on Rules
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill regulates towing companies in Philadelphia by revising their licensing process, rotation system, and fines for violating regulations. The Philadelphia Parking Authority will be responsible for administering and enforcing these regulations.
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