Official:Amending Chapter 16-400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Vacant and Surplus Properties," by incorporating an irrevocable power of attorney in all deeds; under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Council President Clarke
Introduced: October 6, 2016
Signed: December 8, 2016
: Committee on Public Property and Public Works
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill adds a requirement for an irrevocable power of attorney to be included in deeds for all vacant and surplus properties in Philadelphia. If the property owner fails to comply with certain conditions, such as developing or rehabilitating the property within a year, the city can take control of the property without further action.
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