Pennsylvania Idling Restrictions

Idle Reduction Requirement - Allegheny County

The Allegheny County Board of Health limits idling of heavy-duty diesel vehicles. If idling more than five minutes, violators may be fined up to $500 for repeat offenses. The Board of Health plans to expand restrictions to construction equipment, locomotives and marine vessels. The County also has a school bus idle reduction regulation in place. (Reference Allegheny County Ordinance Number 16782, and Allegheny County Health Department Rules and Regulations, Article XXI, Sections 2105.91-92)

Idle Reduction Requirement - Philadelphia

Idling of any heavy-duty diesel motor vehicle for more than two minutes is prohibited in the City of Philadelphia. Vehicles may idle for up to five minutes if the ambient outside air temperature is less than 32 degrees Fahrenheit, or for up to 20 minutes if the ambient outside air temperature is less than 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Violators are subject to a penalty of up to $300. (Reference City of Philadelphia Air Management Regulation IX)