The following changes are now in effect:
New special inspection form
The Statement of Special Inspections form has been revised to incorporate new category for
structural stability and to better identify the special inspection license category that must be entered into online applications.
Development in the mixed income neighborhood overlay district
Section 14-533 of the Philadelphia Zoning Code includes provisions for Residential Housing Projects located within the Mixed Income Neighborhood (/MIN) Overlay District. L&I has created a new supplemental form that is intended to clarify if the application is required to comply with the requirements of the /MIN Overlay. The supplemental form will be required to be submitted with all zoning permit applications for development in the /MIN Overlay
Rodent control management
In accordance with Section 4-A-1101 of the Philadelphia Code and associated regulations, a Rodent Control Management Plan shall be developed and implemented at least 15 days prior to the start of a complete demolition or new construction project. The Rodent Control Management Plan, inspection reports, and abatement records shall be kept on site for the duration of demolition or construction and furnished to the Department upon request.
Additional reminders of upcoming changes:
Rodent control plan on vacant lots
In accordance with Bill No. 210902, a vacant lot must be inspected annually by a Pa licensed pest
control company for evidence of rodent infestation. Where rodent activity is detected, a rodent
control plan shall be implemented. Lots regularly maintained as gardens are not subject to this
inspection requirement.
The initial inspection must be completed by March 2, 2023. Subsequent inspections must occur
each year thereafter.
The inspection report prepared by the pest control company and any associated rodent control
plan must be submitted to the Department within 7 days of completion. Refer to the website for
more information on where to submit the report.
Public comment on 2021 International Code changes now open
The Pa Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Committee (RAC) is reviewing changes to
the 2021 International Codes for incorporation into the Pa Uniform Construction Code in
accordance with the Pa Construction Code Act.
The RAC will accept public comment on modified and additional sections of code through March
12, 2023. You may submit comment and find information on adoption schedule and opportunities for participation through the RAC’s website.
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