READ AND PASSED
The enacted ordinance rescinds Bill No. 240500 and, starting April 1, 2025, creates requirements for electric vehicle charging equipment at properties in Philadelphia with 10 or more parking spaces that are newly built or significantly upgraded. Contractors must get permits, equipment owners must keep the chargers safe and working, and required electrical work must be done by a certified electrician; non-operational equipment may result in a $300 fine.
Rescinding Bill No. 240500 and amending Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions", by adding a new Chapter creating requirements related to the operation and maintenance of electric vehicle charging stations installed at certain commercial and residential parcels, all under certain terms and conditions.
Action by CITY COUNCIL
A motion was made that this Bill be READ AND PASSED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Roll Call
| Member | Vote |
|---|---|
| Anthony Phillips | Yes |
| Cindy Bass | Yes |
| Curtis Jones, Jr. | Yes |
| Jamie Gauthier | Yes |
| Jeffery Young, Jr. | Yes |
| Jim Harrity | Yes |
| Katherine Gilmore Richardson | Yes |
| Kendra Brooks | Yes |
| Kenyatta Johnson | Yes |
| Mark Squilla | Yes |
| Michael Driscoll | Yes |
| Nicolas O'Rourke | Yes |
| Nina Ahmad | Yes |
| Quetcy Lozada | Yes |
| Rue Landau | Yes |