Official:Amending Chapter 9-200 of Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Commercial Activities on Streets” to add a new section entitled “Streeteries” to allow for expansion of business uses, including outdoor dining, in portions of the public right-of-way, such as at certain curbside parking locations; all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Councilmember Domb
Introduced: September 30, 2021
Signed: December 2, 2021
: Committee on Streets and Services
Status: Signed into Law, step 4 of 4
This law allows outdoor dining and business expansion in certain areas of Philadelphia's public right-of-way, such as curbside parking spots. The city will set regulations for licenses and safety standards. Specific locations include parts of Fishtown, Old City, and Center City.
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