Sargo, II, Inc. v. City of Philadelphia

MEMORANDUM OF DECISION

McGLYNN, District Judge.

This diversity action for the first time requires a court to interpret the recently adopted condominium conversion ordinance of the City of Philadelphia, Title 9 Chapter 9 — 1200 et seq. The controversy arises out of the refusal of the City to issue use permits and certificates to any owner wishing to sell condominium units unless that owner certifies that he has complied with the condominium conversion ordinance. Since under 21 P.S. § 611 et seq. a use permit must be obtained before selling real property in Pennsylvania, the City’s refusal to…