Official:Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” by amending certain provisions of the CMX-1, Commercial Mixed Use, zoning district regarding uses, dimensional requirements, and parking, all under certain terms and conditions.
Sponsor: Council President Johnson
Introduced: May 14, 2026
: Committee on Rules
Status: Introduced, step 1 of 4
This bill proposes to amend zoning regulations in Philadelphia's CMX-1 district, which applies to commercial mixed-use areas. The changes would affect what types of buildings can be constructed and how they are zoned. Specifically, it would allow for more multi-family housing in certain circumstances.
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