Official:To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Broad Street, Master Street, Carlisle Street, and Thompson Street; and amending Section 14-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "'C-4' Commercial and 'C-5' Commercial District"; all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Council President Clarke
Introduced: January 26, 2012
Signed: May 24, 2012
: Committee on Rules
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This bill amends zoning laws to promote historic renovations and active space along North Broad Street by allowing certain uses, such as restaurants and live entertainment, without requiring special permits. The bill also relaxes parking requirements for hotels.
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