Official:Amending Chapter 14-1600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Miscellaneous," by repealing Section 14-1626, entitled "Demolition Moratorium in Old City," and Section 14-1628, entitled "Demolition Moratorium in Queen Village," and enacting a new Section 14-1626, entitled "Demolition Moratorium Districts," and designating Waverly Walk between 12th Street and 13th Street and Addison Street between 12th Street and 13th Street as Demolition Moratorium Districts, all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember DiCicco
Introduced: September 24, 2009
: Committee on Rules
Status: Failed
This bill would change a city ordinance to create 'Demolition Moratorium Districts' in specific areas of Philadelphia. The districts would restrict demolition of buildings unless it's necessary for safety reasons or with special permission from the City.
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