Legislation

City Council Moves to Revamp Zoning Maps for Neighborhood Along Crispin Street and Frankford Avenue Boundaries

Property owners along Frankford Avenue could soon see their businesses transformed as City Council tackles long-standing complaints about outdated zoning laws governing storefronts and industrial spaces near the Torresdale neighborhood.

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Large Commercial Vehicles Banned from Parking on Certain Philadelphia Streets

Neighbors of Northeast Philly's industrial corridor are breathing a sigh of relief as city council moves to ban oversized trucks from clogging residential streets near the Betsy Ross Highway.

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City Tightens Grip on Commercial Parking in Neighborhood Streets Except During Loading and Unloading Times

This bill restricts commercial vehicles from parking in certain streets and neighborhoods except for loading/unloading purposes.

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Water Main Construction Underway in Philadelphia as Council Approves Massive Infrastructure Project in Wells Street and Charles Street Neighborhoods

Philadelphia's aging water mains are getting a long-overdue upgrade as city council greenlights a massive construction project that will bring fresh water to thousands of residents in underserved neighborhoods.

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City Council Targets Parking Lot Troublemakers with New Liability Law Taking Hold Across Philly Streets

This bill makes property owners responsible for nuisance behavior on their parking lots shared with multiple businesses.

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Zoning Change Takes Effect in Specific Philadelphia Neighborhood Bounded by Germania and Linden Avenues

This bill changes the zoning in a specific area of Philadelphia from residential to commercial/mixed-use.

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City Bans Selling, Storing Motor Vehicles on Streets, Increases Fines

Philadelphia's Streets Department will begin issuing stricter penalties, including increased fines up to $1,000, targeting vehicle owners who obstruct sidewalks with their cars, starting next month. Homeowners in densely populated neighborhoods will be most affected by the new enforcement.

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City Orders Property Owners to Report and Maintain Private Water Lines After Conversion

City property owners must report and maintain their water, sewer, and stormwater lines after conversion to public ownership under new regulations set forth in Chapter 13-700.

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Business Owners Face Tougher Fines and Expanded Liability Under New Responsible Business Operations Rules

Business owners in Philadelphia face increased fines and expanded liability under new rules governing responsible business operations, including revised definitions of nuisance behavior and expanded mitigation measures. The updated regulations will require businesses to take more steps to prevent disruptions.

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Sidewalk Parking Fines to Double to $300 Under New City Ordinance

Philadelphia's busy business districts will soon see a significant spike in enforcement against drivers who park on sidewalks, a move aimed at keeping pedestrians safe as fine hikes take effect next month. Drivers of commercial trucks face stiff penalties under new regulations, with repeat offenders risking $5,000 fines and vehicle seizures if they block bike lanes or pedestrian zones downtown.

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City Takes Control: Philadelphia to Acquire Private Water, Sewer Lines in Portion of Frankford Neighborhood

City Council bill would transfer ownership of water, sewer lines on Wells Street in Frankford from private companies to the city through agreements with property owners. The Water Commissioner would oversee the transfer under specific terms and conditions.

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City Council Cracks Open Pipeline Secrecy Law Demands Water Sewer Line Ownership Revealed Before Home Sales Finalized

Home sellers in Philadelphia will be required to disclose who owns the city's water and sewer lines on their property before a sale is finalized, under a new city law. This change aims to shed light on often opaque pipeline ownership structures.

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City Seeks Land Along Delaware River for New Parks and Recreational Spaces Along Tacony Creek

Residents living near the Delaware River could see new green spaces as soon as next year, with a proposed purchase of 15 acres stretching from Tacony Street to the Frankford Arsenal Boat Launch. The city's Parks and Recreation Department would oversee development of the new parkland, bringing much-needed recreational facilities to a long-overlooked waterfront area.

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City Prepares to Hand Over Vacant Land Along Kingston Street to State of Pennsylvania

South Philly Residents Face Increased Parking Restrictions Amidst Attempted Revitalization Efforts A proposed ordinance would prohibit parking on both sides of 13th Street between Dickinson and Snyder, forcing residents and business owners to adapt to a more pedestrian-friendly zone.

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City Allows PennDOT Temporary Easement On Richmond Street Property For Construction Project

Homeowners on Richmond Street may soon see more traffic and noise as PennDOT gets the green light to build a temporary easement, potentially impacting nearby businesses and residents.

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Contractor Licensing Requirements Revised in Philadelphia Following Passage of New Law

This bill amends licensing and conduct requirements for contractors in Philadelphia, including application procedures, required conduct, and prohibited activities.

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Philadelphia Council Seeks Stricter Rules for Excavation Contractors Near Historic Sites

This bill updates Philadelphia's construction and business regulations by requiring excavation contractors to be licensed, adding safeguards for properties near construction sites, and changing rules for work on historic buildings.

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City Employees Who Contracted COVID-19 on the Job Eligible for Service-Connected Death Benefits

Philadelphia is set to provide new protections for its frontline workers, with a proposed law streamlining death benefits for city employees who lost their lives battling COVID-19 on the job during the pandemic. Families of fallen workers can now expect faster access to financial support.

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Sackett Street Truck Parking Ban Takes Effect, Tow-Away Zone Established from Cottman to Ryan Avenues

This bill prohibits truck parking and establishes a tow-away zone on both sides of Sackett Street between Cottman Avenue and Ryan Avenue.

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Truck Parking Ban Takes Hold on Saint Vincent Street Between Sackett and Hawthorne Streets

Philadelphia drivers can expect a major disruption as a new no-parking policy for large trucks kicks in, forcing overnight deliveries to find alternative routes along a busy stretch of Saint Vincent Street starting immediately.

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