§ 6-611 — Appeals and Hearings
The Philadelphia Code (2026 Code: The Philadelphia Code and Home Rule Charter current through October 8, 2026) · Philadelphia Code § 6-611
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§ 6-611. Appeals and Hearings.
(1) Any person aggrieved by an order, decision or other sanction imposed by the Department may file an appeal with the Commissioner or any representative specifically designated by the Commissioner within five (5) days after receipt of notice of the order, decision, or sanction. The appeal shall be filed and a prompt hearing shall be held in accordance with the procedures prescribed pursuant to subsection 6-502(5) of the Health Code. Any person who is aggrieved by the decision of the Commissioner or designated representative may file an appeal with the Board of License and Inspection Review in accordance with the procedures prescribed pursuant to Section 6-504 of the Health Code. (2) While an appeal is pending, compliance with a decision, order or sanction shall not be required, unless the Department has determined and certified in writing that the violation was intentional or that there exists a hazardous condition which requires immediate compliance with the Department's order so as to eliminate a public health hazard.
