Makovsky Bros. v. Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission

Opinion by

Judge Williams, Jr.,

In this appeal common carrier Makovsky Bros., Inc. (Makovsky) seeks review of a corrected order of *437the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) directing Makovsky to cease and desist from using its certificated vehicles in furtherance of its private “buy-sell” business operations.

Since about 1932 Makovsky has engaged in the business of buying and selling building materials. In June 1977 the PUC issued to Makovsky a certificate of public convenience to operate as a common carrier by motor vehicle. Under Makovsky’s certificate it was authorized to transport…