Advocacy
Government Affairs Committee
AIA Philadelphia is forming a new Chapter Committee to address local issues within the City related to government actions and procedures. The committee will address issues such as:
- Construction Code system changes
- Composition of review boards and commissions
- Administrative procedures within the jurisdiction of the Department of Licenses and Inspections
- Industry-related City Council bills
- Zoning and planning process
Contact: Gray Smith AIA, AICP, graysmith@gsoexpert.com.
In addition, committees are forming in Suburban Philadelphia. Government Affairs is a significant component of these communities.
Contact John Claypool, executive director, john@aiaphila.org.
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