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Allowing Sidewalk Cafe at Frankford Avenue Intersection

Official:Authorizing encroachments in the nature of a sidewalk café in the vicinity of 1444 Frankford Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19125, under certain terms and conditions.

Sponsor: Councilmember Young

Introduced: October 9, 2025

Signed: May 7, 2026

: Committee on Streets and Services

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Plain-Language Summary

This bill would allow a sidewalk café at 1444 Frankford Ave in Philadelphia, under specific conditions.

What This Bill Does

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The owner of the property at 1444 Frankford Ave (S&L Real Estate LLC) is allowed to install and maintain a sidewalk café with 16 tables and 32 seats.
The sidewalk café will be located approximately 4 feet from the building line of 1444 Frankford Avenue, with a minimum of 6 feet of clear unobstructed footway.
The construction, use, and maintenance of the sidewalk café must comply with City of Philadelphia laws, rules, and regulations, including those of the Department of Licenses and Inspections, the Department of Streets, and the Art Commission.
The owner must obtain all necessary permits, licenses, and approvals from relevant departments, boards, agencies, or commissions before exercising their rights under this ordinance.