This bill updates Philadelphia's building codes for residential construction by adopting the 2021 International Residential Code with some amendments. The changes will affect builders, developers, and homeowners in Philadelphia. The goal is to ensure that new homes and renovations meet modern safety and construction standards.

Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "R" (The Philadelphia Residential Code) and adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Residential Code," as published by the International Code Council, with amendments thereto, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.