Official:Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "B" (The Philadelphia Building Code), and Subcode "F" (The Philadelphia Fire Code), to add sections requiring fire sprinklers in portions of certain buildings, under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Squilla
Introduced: September 13, 2018
Signed: December 13, 2018
: Committee on Licenses and Inspections
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This law requires fire sprinkler systems in certain areas of high-rise buildings (over 45 feet tall) to reduce fire risks and improve safety.
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