Legislation

Pennsylvania University's Master Plan Amended in West Philadelphia Area Bounded by Walnut and 33rd Streets

Philadelphia's University of Pennsylvania Master Plan is being amended in a West Philadelphia area bounded by Walnut and 33rd Streets, specifically related to the David Rittenhouse Laboratory. The changes will take effect immediately.

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Drexel Institute of Technology seeks permission to install street tree planters along 3001 Chestnut Street.

Drexel Institute of Technology is seeking permission to install 28 street tree planters along its property line at 3001 Chestnut Street, with 4 planters encroaching onto Ludlow Street.

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West Philadelphia Affordable Housing Project to Regain Zoning Approvals

Expired building permits are no longer a roadblock for the mixed-use affordable housing development at 601 North 37th Street in West Philly, thanks to a new city council bill. The bill extends zoning approvals for the Village Square on Haverford project despite its expired permits.

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City Council Proposes Zoning Overhaul for Neighborhood Boundaries Near West Philly Commercial Corridor

Neighborhood zoning boundaries near West Philly's commercial corridor are up for a major overhaul with proposed changes to zoning designations bounded by Wyalusing Avenue, Lancaster Avenue, May Street, Westminster Avenue, and 47th Street. Councilmember Gauthier is behind the proposal.

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City Council Proposes Property Swap Option for Surplus Land Disposition Amid Affordable Housing Push

Philadelphia city councilors Gauthier and Lozada propose adding a new method to dispose of surplus properties through "property exchange," allowing the city to trade one property for another.

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City Council Gives Green Light for Market Street Property Owner's Frontage Enhancements or Market Street Business Owner Cleared to Install Bollards and Planters Along 2955 St Frontage

City Council has cleared the way for the owner of 2955 Market St to install bollards and planters around their property's frontage, with permission granted under specific terms and conditions.

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Pennsylvania University Given Green Light to Revamp Two Iconic Campus Landmarks

University of Pennsylvania gets green light to revamp Class of 1920 Commons and Stuart Weitzman Theatre addition under amended Master Plan. The changes are detailed in attached Exhibits "A" and "B".

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Spruce Street, 34th Street, Civic Center Boulevard, and University Avenue Zoning Changes Signed into Law

West Philly neighborhood near Lincoln Center is in line for a major zoning overhaul, with city council voting to change the designation of certain areas. The changes will be reflected on new maps submitted to council.

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City Council Moves to Rewrite Zoning Laws for Select Neighborhoods Bordering Historic Cobbs Creek Region

Councilmember Gauthier proposes rewriting zoning rules for areas bordering Cobbs Creek, changing "Special Purpose - Civic, Educational, Medical" zones to a different designation in the affected neighborhoods. Boundaries include Baltimore Avenue and Cobbs Creek Parkway.

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Council Seeks to Simplify Zoning Rules with New Affordable Housing Overlay in West Philly

Neighborhood residents are split over Council's plan to allow taller buildings and more density in North Philadelphia, which proponents say will bring much-needed housing stock but opponents worry will overwhelm the area's narrow streets.

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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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Café Gets Green Light to Occupy Part of Baltimore Avenue Sidewalk

Philadelphia's vibrant West Philly neighborhood is one step closer to more outdoor dining and community life, as a long-awaited proposal clears the way for a bustling new café on Baltimore Avenue.

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New Outdoor Seating Area Coming to South Philly's Bustling Baltimore Avenue Strip

Philadelphia Small Businesses Set for Boost: City Council Approves Bill Allowing More Outdoor Dining, Starting with Three South Philly Locations on Bustling Baltimore Avenue.

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Philadelphia Business Seeks Approval for Outdoor Sidewalk Café at 5015 South Street's Busy Corner Spot

This bill allows a business at 5015 Baltimore Ave to set up an outdoor seating area (sidewalk café) under specific rules.

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New Zoning District Created to Balance University Growth with Community Needs

Philadelphia's university neighborhoods are getting a new zoning overlay district to balance community needs with university growth. The University-Community Overlay District will create specific rules for development in areas surrounding colleges.

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Philadelphia Extends Deadline for Property Owners Along Repurposed Sloan Street to Meet New Sewer Conditions

Residents along the newly revamped 25th Street may soon see increased restrictions on outdoor activities as Council votes on stricter noise ordinances to mitigate disturbance from new bars and restaurants.

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Council Votes to Reverse One Way Traffic on Preston Street Between Spring Garden and Haverford Streets

This bill changes traffic direction on Preston Street between Spring Garden and Haverford Streets.

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Streets Department Moves to Regulate Parking on Busy 47th Street Stretch

This bill allows the Streets Department to establish parking and stopping regulations on both sides of 47th Street between Chestnut Street and Kingsessing Street.

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Fair parking signs installed on S 62nd Street and Powelton Avenue in Philadelphia

This bill establishes parking regulations on specific streets in Philadelphia, including S.

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Sidewalk Café Coming Soon to Bustling Corner of Spruce and Lombard Streets

This bill allows for a sidewalk café to be installed near 4248 Spruce St in Philadelphia, subject to certain terms and conditions.

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