Legislation

Council seeks to create task force to address problem properties with code violations and crime

Philadelphia City Council has established a Problem Property Task Force to identify and address properties with code violations, crime, or other issues, recommending actions including eviction for struggling tenants.

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Council proposes stricter housing inspection licensing requirements for city property owners

Property owners in Philadelphia must now comply with city codes before getting a housing inspection license or renewing it, with penalties imposed on those who don't meet the requirements. Compliance will be enforced for dwellings across the city.

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Council Tackles Blighted Vacant Lots With New Rule Requiring Immediate Code Enforcement Action

Residents in blighted neighborhoods could see an influx of new code enforcement actions after a proposed rule change takes aim at neglected vacant lots across the city, sparking debate over accountability.

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Property Owners Face Hefty Hike in Fines for Ignoring Code Violations Under New City Rule

Low-Income Tenants May Lose Subsidies If Landlords Are Caught Discriminating Against Section 8 Applicants Under Proposed Council Measure Philadelphia would become one of only two major US cities to cut off subsidies for tenants whose landlords are found guilty of housing discrimination.

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City Council Introduces Bill Allowing Discontinuance of Erroneous Parking Tickets and Code Enforcement Notices

Philadelphia residents with erroneous parking and code enforcement tickets may soon have their cases dropped under a new City Council bill that authorizes the discontinuance of certain proceedings before the Bureau of Administrative Adjudication.

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City Council Passes Law Mandating Exterior Property Cleanliness and Rodent Control

This law requires property owners to keep their exterior areas clean and safe from trash, debris, and rodents.

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