Legislation

Philadelphia Zoning Maps Get Overhaul as Council Eyes Changes to Land Use Rules in Northeast Philly Neighborhood

Northeast Philly neighborhoods face zoning map changes, with specific designations set to be updated from existing maps. Councilmember Bass-sponsored bill targets areas bounded by West Seymour Street and Keyser Street.

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City Sells Small Parcel on Germantown Ave to PAID Agency Amid Plans for New Development

Councilmember Bass introduces bill allowing city to sell small Germantown Avenue parcel, situated on 5928-30 Germantown Avenue, to PAID at fair market value. The sale would facilitate new development in the area.

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City Council Proposes Simplification of Philadelphia's Large Building Overlap Zone Rules

City Council proposes simplification of Philadelphia's Large Building Overlap Zone rules, aiming to reduce complexity in existing overlay zoning districts. The changes would prohibit personal care home and group living uses in certain districts.

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City Council OKs Front Yard Construction Spots Along Bustling Wayne Avenue Corridor

Developers will soon be able to build onto the sidewalk along Wayne Avenue, sparking both excitement and concern among business owners and residents about increased congestion and construction noise.

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City Purchases Property at 1948 Cayuga Street for Public Use Under Council Approval

Councilmember Bass' bill allowing the city to buy a vacant lot at 1948 Cayuga Street has been given final approval by City Council. The property is now set for public use under certain terms and conditions.

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Council Approves New Zoning Maps for Neighborhoods Along Chew Avenue, Church Lane, and East Wister Street

Philadelphia's South Philadelphia neighborhood is about to get a major facelift as new zoning regulations will allow taller buildings in the area, sparking both excitement and concern among local residents and business owners.

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City Council Proposes Zoning Overhaul for Northwest Philly Neighborhood Boundaries

This bill changes the zoning designations of certain areas in Philadelphia, bounded by Ardleigh Street, East Sedgwick Street, and the SEPTA Chestnut Hill East Line.

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Council Introduces Bill to Rezone Areas Bounded by Specific City Streets

Councilmember Bass introduces bill to change zoning designations in specific area bounded by Ruscomb Street, Broad Street, and others, paving the way for potential land-use changes in the area.

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City Acquires Vacant Lots on West Cayuga Street for Future Development

The city is acquiring property at 1822-1830 West Cayuga Street for a yet-to-be-determined purpose.

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City Purchases Key Piece of Property on Bustling East Chelten Avenue for Redevelopment Project

Philadelphia residents who own homes along East Chelten Avenue may soon see major changes as the city purchases a key plot of land, potentially paving the way for new businesses and jobs. The acquisition marks a crucial step towards revitalizing the commercial corridor.

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Philadelphia Council Passes Zoning Map Changes in Sedgwick and Ardleigh Streets Area

This bill makes zoning map changes in a specific area bounded by Sedgwick Street, Ardleigh Street, Upsal Street, Belfield Avenue, and Sprague Street.

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Zoning Shifts Coming to Northeast Philly Neighborhood Bounded by Herman and Germantown Avenues

This bill changes the zoning designations of certain areas of land in Philadelphia within an area bounded by Herman Street, Baynton Street, Walnut Lane, and Germantown Avenue.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Modified to Reflect Changes in Specific Neighborhood Area

This bill changes the zoning classifications for certain areas in Philadelphia bounded by Penn Street, Morris Street, Coulter Street, and Priscilla Street.

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City Council Proposes Zoning Overhaul in North Philadelphia Neighborhoods Along Broad Street Corridor

This bill proposes to change the zoning designations for certain areas of land in Philadelphia, which could impact how those properties are used.

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Upsal Avenue Neighborhood Zonings Overhauled as Council Votes to Revise Long-Standing Designations

Philadelphia Homeowners Could Face Higher Taxes Under New Council Proposal, Which Would Hike Taxes on Vacant Properties, Affecting Thousands Citywide. The plan aims to revitalize neglected lots, but critics warn it could disproportionately hurt low-income neighborhoods.

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City Council Proposes Zoning Changes for Residential Neighborhoods Along Broad Street and Nearby Avenues

Philadelphia Residents May Soon Face Increased Parking Fees for Vehicles with Expired Registrations A proposed city law would require vehicle owners to pay fines before their cars can be released from impound lots, generating new revenue for the city's tow truck operators and potentially burdening low-income drivers.

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Philly Lawmakers Pass Bill Altering Public Notice Rules for Zoning Applications

Homeowners facing lengthy delays in getting their building projects approved may get relief with new rules requiring faster public notice, but critics argue changes to the "One Year Rule" will still favor developers over residents.

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City Council Moves to Reshape Zoning Designations Along Bustling West Philly Streetscorridor

Small business owners along Girard Avenue could soon see rent increases after a proposed council measure to rezone commercial spaces, potentially paving the way for higher-end developments to squeeze out long-time tenants.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Overhauled as City Council Votes to Rewrite Neighborhood Land Use Rules

This bill changes the zoning designations for certain areas of land in Philadelphia, bounded by specific streets.

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City Moves to Acquire Properties on West Penn and Newhall Streets via Purchase or Condemnation Process

Controversy over vacant lots on West Philly's commercial corridor heats up as city moves to seize control of several blighted properties, sparking debate over eminent domain and community revitalization efforts.

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