Official:Amending Subcode "A" (The Philadelphia Administrative Code), Subcode "F" (The Philadelphia Fire Code) and Subcode "PM" (The Philadelphia Property Maintenance Code) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, by adding certain provisions related to maintenance and inspection of fire escapes; all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Jones
Introduced: May 12, 2016
Signed: June 16, 2016
: Committee on Licenses and Inspections
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill requires regular maintenance and inspection of fire escapes in Philadelphia to ensure they remain safe for residents.
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