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Exempting Bus Loading Facilities from the Philadelphia Parking Tax

Original title: Amending Chapter 19-1200 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Parking Tax”, to amend the definition of parking facility to exclude bus loading facilities from imposition of the Parking Tax, under certain terms and conditions.

June 11, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Operators of bus loading facilities in Philadelphia will no longer be required to collect or pay the city's on those specific operations, provided they meet the new regulatory criteria.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Bus loading facility operators

These operators are no longer subject to the parking tax for their loading facilities, provided they meet the city's terms and conditions.

City of Philadelphia

The city will no longer collect parking tax revenue from qualifying bus loading facilities.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 11, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

This legislation amends the Philadelphia Code to exclude bus loading facilities from the city's . The change applies only to facilities meeting specific terms and conditions defined by the city.

Key Facts

  • The bill amends Chapter 19-1200 of the Philadelphia Code.
  • The definition of 'parking facility' is updated to exclude bus loading facilities.
  • The tax exemption for bus loading facilities is subject to specific terms and conditions.
  • The bill was introduced on May 14, 2026.
  • The bill status is officially recorded as ENACTED.

Why It Matters

Operators of bus loading facilities in Philadelphia will no longer be required to collect or pay the city's on those specific operations, provided they meet the new regulatory criteria.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this mean all parking is now tax-free?
No. This change only applies to bus loading facilities that meet specific criteria defined in the code.
What is the status of this bill?
The bill has been enacted into law.

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Narrowing of Tax Base

The city is actively narrowing the scope of the parking tax by carving out specific exemptions for bus-related infrastructure.

Philadelphia Code

Connected Entities

otherPhiladelphia Code“The municipal code being amended.”Map →
organizationCommittee on Finance“The body that reviewed the bill.”Map →

Sources

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Analysis Score

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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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