Legislation
2,392 bills matching Transportation, Signed Into Law
City Council Votes to Axe Streets as Part of Revised City Plan No 120 Takes Shape
Cleveland Street between Girard Avenue and Stiles Street, along with part of 19th Street, are set to be erased from Philadelphia's city plan under a bill passed by City Council. The changes will be finalized if certain requirements are met within two years.
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City Council Revamps Zoning Code Around Public Hubs to Foster More Transit Oriented Communities Across Philadelphia
Zoning laws in Philadelphia are being rewritten around public transportation hubs to foster more transit-oriented communities. The Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District is being renamed and expanded to cover a wider area, with new use, dimensional, and parking standards.
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Philadelphia City Council Approves PGW Budget Amid Ongoing Infrastructure Upgrade Plans Continues
Philadelphia Gas Works gets $208 million budget approval from City Council, as part of ongoing infrastructure upgrade plans. The budget and revised forecast for future years were submitted by the corporation managing PGW's operations.
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Philadelphia Council OKs Plan to Borrow Up to 578 Million Dollars for Major Infrastructure Projects
Philadelphia City Council has authorized borrowing up to $578 million through bond sales to fund capital projects like infrastructure improvements. The funds will support various municipal investments across the city.
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City Council Moves to Waive Parking Tax for Bus Loading Facilities Starting Next Spring
Bus loading facilities to escape parking tax starting next spring in Philadelphia. The change, effective May 1, 2026, would exempt these facilities from the city's Parking Tax under certain terms and conditions.
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Southbound Traffic Takes Over Pine Ridge Road Between Cheltenham And Fariston Drives
Southbound traffic is set to dominate Pine Ridge Road between Cheltenham Avenue and Fariston Drive, with a new ordinance making the stretch one-way southbound. The "No Parking Anytime" restriction in the area has also been repealed.
260506
City Council Clears Path for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at Philly Airport Cell Phone Lot
Philadelphia International Airport's cell phone lot will soon be equipped with DC Fast Chargers after City Council cleared the path for their installation through a concession agreement with Positive Energy Inc.
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City Rolls Out Electric Vehicle Charging Hubs at Parking Spots Across Philadelphia Streets
Philadelphia is set to get a network of public electric vehicle charging stations after the City Council authorized partnerships with two companies: It's Electric Inc. and Positive Energy Inc. to install chargers in curbside locations and parking lots citywide.
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Zion Baptist Church Gets Green Light for Decorative Enhancements Along Bustling N Broad St
Zion Baptist Church has been granted permission to install decorative puzzle walls, tree planter boxes, and bollards in front of their property on North Broad Street under specific terms.
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Temporary Parking Regulations Established in North Philadelphia Neighborhood Boundaries
This bill establishes temporary parking regulations and enforcement in a specific area of Philadelphia, including restrictions on parking times and towing for violations.
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City Council Votes to Allow Utilities Along Ridge Avenue in Neighborhood Development Plan
City Council votes to allow utilities along Ridge Avenue in a specific area bounded by Calumet Street, the Schuylkill River, and the Wissahickon Creek, under certain terms and conditions. This change affects zoning in the /FDO Fourth District Overlay District.
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Philadelphia Buildings Face New Safety Standards with Updated Fuel Gas and Existing Building Codes Adopted
Philadelphia buildings will be subject to updated safety standards, including new regulations for fuel gas systems and existing structures, aligning with national codes from the International Code Council. The changes aim to strengthen building code enforcement citywide.
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Philadelphia's Mechanical Code Updated to Align with International 2021 Standards
Philadelphia buildings are now required to meet updated standards for heating and cooling systems starting immediately, as the city adopts a new edition of the International Mechanical Code.
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City Seeks Long-Term Deal on Email, Cloud Services as Philly's Tech Needs Soar Daily
City Council President Johnson and Councilmember Landau's bill would allow the City to secure long-term licenses for essential computing products and services, including email and security software. The proposed deal aims to meet Philadelphia's growing tech needs.
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Parking Restrictions Established on Six Philadelphia Streets with Two-Hour Time Limits
Parking restrictions are now in effect on six Philadelphia streets, limiting drivers to two hours per day, Monday through Sunday. Acorn Street is the first of these streets to see enforcement, with restrictions applying from 6am-10pm weekdays.
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City Council Slaps Parking Meters on Lawrence Street and Sparks Street Residents
Residents in two Philadelphia neighborhoods will soon face new parking rules: Lawrence Street between Tabor Road and Olney Avenue will allow 2-hour parking from 8am to 10pm, Monday through Friday; Sparks Street will permit 3-hour parking from 8am to 6pm.
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PECO Gets Green Light for UnderTransformer Work on Pennypack Path Near State Road 7801
This bill allows PECO Energy Company to access and maintain underground transformers along a portion of the Pennypack Path near State Road 7801.
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Buses Must Use Designated Areas or Face Fines Under New Traffic Rules Proposal
City Council Takes Aim at Congested Streets with New Rules for Bus Stops: Drivers who fail to comply could face fines up to $500, hitting the bottom line of private bus companies that often operate in high-demand areas.
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City Reorganizes Cinnaminson Street Traffic Flow with New Lane Regulations
South Cinnaminson Street drivers will no longer be able to park or stop on one side of the street between Mitchell and Pechin Streets, under new regulations approved by Councilmember Jones. The changes are set to take effect once signage is installed.
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City Council Bill Would Place Large Garbage Dumpster on Busy Northeast Philly Corner Street
Northeast Philly residents may soon see a large garbage dumpster installed on their busy street corner near 509-19 Vine St, under terms specified in City Council. The owner of the property would be responsible for installation, maintenance, and upkeep.
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