Official:Amending Chapter 9-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Service and Other Businesses," by amending Section 9-605, entitled "Towing," to clarify requirements for application of the rotational tow system, and by adding penalties, under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Greenlee
Introduced: November 17, 2016
Signed: December 8, 2016
: Committee on Streets and Services
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill updates Philadelphia's towing regulations to clarify requirements for using a rotational tow system and adds penalties for violating these rules. It aims to ensure public safety and prevent unlicensed or reckless towing practices.
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