On October 01, 2019, the City of Philadelphia implemented the 2018 Philadelphia Plumbing Code.  During the first six months, either the existing 2004 Code or the new code can be used.  After March 31, 2020 all reviews conducted by the Department will be done so under the 2018 Philadelphia Plumbing Code.  After March 31, 2020,

On September 17, 2019, Mayor James F. Kenny signs the new Philadelphia Plumbing Code into law.  This change represents the first major change to the Plumbing Code in decades. 

At the March 07, 2019 meeting of the Plumbing Advisory Board, Commissioner Perri addressed the Board thanking them for their outstanding work.  The Commissioner reported that he and the Department has accepted all suggestions made by the Board without change or modification.  The Commissioner explained the next steps required to implement the new code.  The

On Thursday, February 07, 2019 after no less than 65 plus meetings, work sessions, and conference calls the Plumbing Advisory Board votes on the final version of the proposed new Philadelphia Plumbing Code.  Shortly thereafter, the Chairman submits the PAB’s suggestions to the Commissioner.  The Chairman expressed his deepest gratitude to the Board for their