Legislation

Zoning designations changing in area bounded by Rubicam Street, Ashmead Street, Wakefield Street, and Bringhurst Street.

Zoning changes are coming to a specific area of Philadelphia bounded by Rubicam Street, Ashmead Street, Wakefield Street, and Bringhurst Street, as authorized by Councilmember Bass.

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City to vacate Hartwell Lane and reserve water main and public utility right of way

Hartwell Lane is set to be vacated and a right of way reserved for water main and public utility purposes, with the city to accept a grant under certain terms and conditions.

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Philadelphia's Eighth Council District Zoning and Land Use Overhaul Underway with New Overlay District Rules

Councilmember Bass is pushing to revise zoning rules in Philadelphia's Eighth Council District, limiting additional uses and making technical changes to the /EDO Overlay District.

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Zoning designations for areas bounded by Roberts Avenue and Germantown Avenue proposed for change.

Councilmember Bass proposes changing zoning designations for areas bounded by Roberts Avenue, Germantown Avenue, and surrounding streets, as outlined in Maps "A1," "A2," and "A3".

260711

City Council Set to Revamp Zoning Laws in Northwood Neighborhood Amid Community Development Push

Councilmember Bass proposes changing zoning designations in Northwood neighborhood to allow for civic, educational, and medical uses, altering specific areas' land use regulations.

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City Council Seeks Zoning Overhaul for Northeast Philly Neighborhood Boundaries

Northeast Philly neighborhood boundaries are in line for a zoning overhaul, with Councilmember Bass proposing changes to designated areas bounded by East Washington Lane, Stenton Avenue, East Haines Street, and Ardleigh Street.

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City Council Proposes Zoning Overhaul for Properties Along North Philadelphia's 18th Street Commercial Corridor

Councilmember Bass proposes zoning changes for North Philadelphia's 18th Street Commercial Corridor, altering the designation of certain areas as shown on Maps A and B. The exact changes will affect properties within a specific bounded area.

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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.

260345

City Council Eyes Zoning Shifts for Large Swath of Neighborhood Near Lippincott and 20th Streets Today

Philadelphia's zoning maps are being revised in a swath of neighborhood near Lippincott Street and 20th Streets, with proposed changes to land designations within the area bounded by Toronto Street and 22nd Street.

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Fitness Centers in Seventh and Eighth Districts Get Earliest OK Yet at 5am

Fitness centers in Philadelphia's Seventh and Eighth Councilmanic Districts can now open as early as 5am, under new city rules.

260075

Packer Avenue Zoning Repealed, New Rules for Stadium Area Go into Effect

This bill repeals a previous law that changed zoning in an area around Packer Avenue and added new zoning rules for the area.

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Philly Council Proposes Tighter Rules for Convenience Stores Across Eighth Neighborhood District

Philadelphia's zoning regulations for convenience stores in the city's Eighth Neighborhood are set to tighten under a proposed bill from Councilmember Bass. New rules would dictate what can and cannot be sold at these businesses, including sundries and pharmaceuticals.

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Philadelphia City Council Moves Quickly to Halt Puppy Mill Activity in the City

Philadelphia Pet Owners Left Wondering: Can I Still Buy a Pup in the City?" A proposed ban on puppy mills would limit where dogs are bred and sold locally, affecting hundreds of pet shops and breeders.

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City Council Moves to Revamp Zoning Laws on North Philadelphia Streets to Accommodate New Developments

This bill amends the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land in a specific neighborhood.

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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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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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Planters Sprouting Up On Rittenhouse Square Corner After Council Approves Sidewalk Permit Exemption

Planters can now be placed in the street near 219 W Rittenhouse St after City Council approved a permit exemption. The move allows the property's owner to install planters under specific conditions.

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