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Latest MeetingJune 23, 2026Most recent action date on file

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Every non-roll-call council action we currently track from the May 27, 2026 meeting.

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Showing 1-16 of 16 actions from May 27, 2026

Council Action2026-05-27
260395

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.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260394

This bill updates Philadelphia's building construction and occupancy code by adopting the 2021 International Building Code with some changes. The updated code will affect builders, developers, and property owners in Philadelphia. It aims to ensure that new buildings 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 "B" (The Philadelphia Building Code) and adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Building Code," as published by the International Code Council, with various amendments thereto, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260393

This bill aims to update and clarify parts of the Philadelphia Building Code to comply with state law and make technical changes. It affects people who work with or are impacted by building construction and occupancy rules in the city. The changes are intended to improve compliance and clarity in the code.

Amending Subcode "A" (The Philadelphia Administrative Code) of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code (The Building, Construction and Occupancy Code), by revising and clarifying certain provisions; making corrections for compliance with the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act; and making technical changes; all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260392

This bill updates Philadelphia's building construction and occupancy code by adopting new international codes for fuel gas, building performance, and existing buildings. The changes will affect building owners, contractors, and residents by setting new standards for safety and construction. The updates are based on 2021 editions of international codes and are authorized by state law.

Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "G" (The Philadelphia Fuel Gas Code), Subcode "PC" (The Philadelphia Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities), and Subcode "EB" (The Philadelphia Existing Building Code), and adopting the 2021 editions of the "International Fuel Gas Code," "Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities," and "International Existing Building 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.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260391

This bill updates Philadelphia's building construction rules by adopting the 2021 International Mechanical Code with some changes. It affects people who build, own, or occupy buildings in the city. The goal is to bring the city's mechanical construction standards up to date.

Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by amending Subcode "M" (The Philadelphia Mechanical Code) and adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Mechanical 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.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
250645

This bill updates Philadelphia's building construction and occupancy code to match the 2021 International Plumbing Code. This change affects builders, contractors, and property owners who must follow these codes when constructing or renovating buildings in the city. The update includes new and previously adopted amendments to ensure compliance with state regulations.

Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Plumbing Code" as published by the International Code Council, including introduction of new amendments and maintenance of previously adopted amendments to the 2018 International Plumbing Code, as adopted under the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
250644

This bill updates Philadelphia's building codes to match international standards for energy conservation and residential construction. It affects builders, developers, and homeowners by setting new rules for energy-efficient construction. The goal is to bring Philadelphia's codes in line with state and national standards.

Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by adopting the 2021 edition of the "International Energy Conservation Code" and the "International Residential Code- Part IV Energy Conservation" as published by the International Code Council, with previously adopted amendments thereto, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Uniform Construction Code Act, all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260467

This bill proposes changes to the city's procurement procedures and requirements, which affect how the city buys goods and services. The changes would be made to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter and would need to be approved by Philadelphia voters. The goal is to update the city's purchasing rules.

Proposing an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to change City procurement procedures and requirements; and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260270

This bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create a new entity called Creative Philadelphia. If passed, the amendment would be put to a vote by the city's residents. The goal of Creative Philadelphia is not specified in the bill, but it would be a new part of the city's government structure.

Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of Creative Philadelphia and providing for the submission of the amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260094

Proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter providing for the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and providing for the submission of the proposed amendment to the electors of Philadelphia.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260460

This bill updates rules about how the city gives out contracts and financial help without competitive bidding. It changes some references and exclusions in the city code to reflect current practices. This affects city departments and organizations that receive city contracts or financial assistance.

Amending Chapter 17-1400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Non-Competitively Bid Contracts; Financial Assistance," by updating references and exclusions, all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260459

This bill helps small, local businesses in Philadelphia by giving them a better chance to win city contracts. It creates a new category of preference for these businesses when the city is deciding which companies to hire. This change aims to support local economic growth and development.

Amending Section 17-109 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Local Bidding Preferences," by establishing a new category of bid preference for businesses that are both local and small, and amending definitions, certification, goal setting and reporting requirements, all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260458

This bill changes the rules for bonds related to city contracts, affecting companies that do business with the city. It updates requirements for performance and payment bonds, and adds disclosure and monitoring of bond costs. This change aims to impact how city contracts are managed and paid for.

Amending Section 17-103 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Bonds Relating to Procurement Contracts" to amend requirements related to performance and payment bonds on certain contracts and providing for disclosure and monitoring of the bond acquisition cost, all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260457

This bill proposes changes to the City of Philadelphia's procurement procedures and requirements through an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter. The amendment would be voted on by the city's qualified electors in a special election. This change would affect how the city purchases goods and services, and would apply to all city departments and agencies involved in procurement.

Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of an amendment to The Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to change City procurement procedures and requirements; fixing the date of a special election for such purpose; prescribing the form of ballot questions to be voted on; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260264-A

This bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create a new office called Creative Philadelphia. If approved, the bill would allow voters to decide whether to add this office to the city government, which would have its own powers and duties. The bill affects all Philadelphia residents who would be eligible to vote on the proposed charter amendment.

Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to provide for the creation of a Creative Philadelphia, to provide for the powers and duties of such office, and to otherwise provide for incorporation of the office into the City government; and authorizing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election; all under certain terms and conditions.

Council action without a posted tally.

Council Action2026-05-27
260076

Providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the City of Philadelphia of the proposal set forth in a Resolution approved by Council proposing an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter relating to the creation of the Philadelphia Child Welfare Commission; and authorizing and directing the appropriate officers to publish notice and to make arrangements for the special election.

Council action without a posted tally.