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Philadelphia Building Codes

Automate code compliance checking for Philadelphia, PA. Nomic supports 3 city-specific codes plus all applicable state and model codes.

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Philadelphia Code Adoption

Philadelphia follows Pennsylvania's Uniform Construction Code with city-specific amendments.

Adopted Codes in Philadelphia

These are the primary codes adopted by Philadelphia for building construction

IBC
IRC
IMC
IPC
IECC
NFPA 70
Local Codes

Philadelphia City-Specific Codes

Philadelphia has adopted these local codes in addition to or instead of standard model codes

PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

Admin Code

PHILADELPHIA ZONING CODE

Zoning Code

PHILADELPHIA PLUMBING CODE

Plumbing Code

Codes Available for Philadelphia Compliance

Browse all codes in our database that apply to Philadelphia projects

IPC

Supported

Plumbing Code

International Plumbing Code IPC

IBC

Supported

Building Code

International Building Code IBC

IRC

Supported

Residential Code

International Residential Code IRC

IECC

Supported

Energy Code

International Energy Conservation Code IECC

IMC

Supported

Mechanical Code

International Mechanical Code IMC

NFPA 70

Electrical Code

NFPA 70 National Electrical Code

NFPA 704

Fire Code

NFPA 704 Standard System For The Identification Of The Hazards Of Materials For Emergency Response

NFPA 70E

Electrical Code

PHILADELPHIA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE

Admin Code

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Understanding Philadelphia Building Code Requirements

Philadelphia follows Pennsylvania's Uniform Construction Code with city-specific amendments. Nomic's AI-powered platform automatically checks your drawings against all applicable Philadelphia requirements, including local amendments and city-specific variations.

Local Code Framework

Philadelphia has its own local building codes with IBC, IRC, IMC and other codes as the foundation for construction requirements.

Instant Compliance Checks

Upload your drawings and get instant answers about Philadelphia code compliance. Nomic provides specific citations and actionable recommendations.