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This enacted bill amended Philadelphia’s building code by adopting the 2003 International Energy Conservation Code, with city-specific changes, as the Philadelphia Energy Conservation Code. The requirements apply to matters involving buildings and premises, while permit applicants could use the previous rules during the transition and certain projects with earlier permit applications or signed contracts could remain under the prior code.

Amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code," by adopting and incorporating, with certain additions, deletions and amendments, the 2003 International Energy Conservation Code as The Philadelphia Energy Conservation Code, under certain terms and conditions.