GENERAL
Philadelphia Code § PM-401
in effectSECTION PM-401 GENERAL
PM-401.1 Scope. The provisions of this Chapter shall govern the minimum conditions and standards for light, ventilation and space for occupying a structure.
PM-401.2 Responsibility. The owner of the structure shall provide and maintain light, ventilation and space conditions in compliance with these requirements. A person shall not occupy as owner-occupant, or permit another person to occupy, any premises that do not comply with the requirements of this Chapter.
PM-401.3 Alternative devices. In lieu of the means for natural light and ventilation herein prescribed, artificial light or mechanical ventilation complying with the International Building Code shall be permitted.
Source: City of Philadelphia, The Philadelphia Code and Home Rule Charter (American Legal Publishing, codelibrary.amlegal.com)URL: https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/philadelphia/latest/philadelphia_pa/0-0-0-271863Fetched: 10/27/2026