Legislation

City Council Seeks to Install All-Way Stop Signs at Pine Road and Susquehanna Road Intersection

Councilmember O'Neill is pushing for all-way stop signs at the intersection of Pine Road and Susquehanna Road to improve traffic safety, in line with PennDOT regulations. The installation would take effect immediately.

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Large Vehicles to Face Higher Fines in Philadelphia Under New Parking Regulations

Residential streets are about to get a lot smaller for large vehicle owners: City Council's new parking law imposes stricter time limits and hefty fees on drivers with oversized rigs like trucks and motorhomes.

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City Unveils Plan for New Byberry Road Bridge Replacing Aging Structure Over Railroad Tracks

City Council authorizes the City to own and maintain a new bridge over railroad tracks built by PennDOT to carry Byberry Road between Evans Street and Worthington Road. The bridge will be placed on the City Plan under terms of an agreement with PennDOT.

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Philadelphia's Parking Permit Zones Adjusted to Reflect New Boundaries

A new proposal could dump permit-parking stickers on some West Philly streets and shift enforcement areas for drivers, affecting thousands who already pay to park near their homes. City Council Seeks to Ease Congestion on South Street by Revamping Parking Restrictions A bill aims to allow two-hour parking during peak hours on the popular shopping district, potentially boosting businesses struggli

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City Council Approves Installation of All-Way Stop Signs on Busy Chalfont Drive and Calera Road Intersection

All-way stop signs are coming to the intersection of Chalfont Drive and Calera Road, as authorized by City Council following PennDOT regulations. The installation aims to improve safety at this busy Philadelphia intersection.

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City Council Passes Bill Updating Parking Permit Zones in Historic Neighborhoods

This bill amends Chapter 12-2700 of The Philadelphia Code to change certain parking district boundaries and establish new permit parking districts.

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Council Approves Plan Change for Bustleton Avenue Area Removing Section of Southampton Road

Bustleton neighborhood residents can expect changes to their local streetscape as Council votes to revise City Plan 370, paving the way for potential development along Bustleton Avenue by removing a section of Southampton Road.

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Laws Restrict Parking of Large Semitrailers in Philadelphia's Tenth Council District Streets

This bill restricts parking of large commercial vehicles (semitrailers and truck tractors) on public streets in Philadelphia's Tenth District.

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Trucks Prohibited from Parking on Horning Road Between Roosevelt Boulevard and Terminus

Drivers of large commercial vehicles could soon face fines for idling on a notorious stretch of North Philadelphia road, prompting relief for residents who've had to navigate congested streets. The proposed measure targets Horning Road's bottlenecks, particularly near Roosevelt Boulevard.

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Trucks Banned from Parking on Haldeman Avenue Between Clark Street and Red Lion Road

This bill establishes a 'no truck parking' and 'tow away zone' on both sides of Haldeman Avenue, from Clark Street to Red Lion Road.

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Truck Parking Prohibited on Tomlison Road Between Bustleton Avenue and Lindsay Street

Philadelphia Council Votes Unanimously to Shut Down 25th Street Bar for Noise Violations After Repeated Complaints from Neighbors and Nearby Businesses The decision follows a year of complaints about excessive noise levels and disruptions caused by the bar's patrons, affecting residents and business owners in the area.

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Brookmont Road Becomes No-Truck Parking Zone Under New Law

This bill makes Brookmont Road a 'no truck parking' zone and enforces towing for trucks that park there, effective immediately.

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Council Imposes Strict Truck Parking Rules Along Bridle Road To Ease Congestion And Boost Safety

Philadelphia Residents Could Be Impacted By New Curfew For City Parks After Dark, as Council Members Introduce Measure To Ban Public Gathering During Overnight Hours. The proposed curfew would prohibit gatherings in city parks from 11pm to 6am daily, affecting thousands of Philadelphians who enjoy nighttime activities in urban green spaces.

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Trucks Banned from Parking on Chesworth Road, Both Sides, Between Verree Road and Ferndale Street

This bill makes Chesworth Road, between Verree Road and Ferndale Street, a no-truck parking zone.

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Trucks Banned from Parking on Ferndale Street Between Jeanes Street and Red Lion Road

Ferndale Street residents breathe a sigh of relief as City Council's new parking restrictions take effect today, prohibiting trucks from parking along the busy street and increasing pressure on local towing companies.

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Trucks Banned from Greymont Street Between Jeanes and Ferndale Streets

Residents who live along Greymont Street are rejoicing over the city's plan to ban truck parking, citing safety concerns and noise pollution, but local business owners warn of economic fallout from the new restrictions.

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Northeast Philly Streets Get Tough New Rules Against Truck Parking And Tow-Aways Loom Large

Northeast Philadelphia streets will soon have stricter rules against truck parking and tow-away zones are set to be enforced on multiple roads, including Haldeman Avenue and Tomlison Road.

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Castor Avenue Parking Restrictions Set to Change as City Council Approves New "Authorized Vehicles Only" Rules

Council Okays Parking Permit Program for Northeast Philly Neighborhoods; Residents Will Now Need to Register Their Cars to Park in Certain Areas Under the new system, homeowners will be able to purchase permits that allow their vehicles to park on neighborhood streets, but visitors and non-residents will face stricter parking restrictions.

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Byberry Road Map Revised to Reflect Widening and New City Property

Southwest Philly residents face possible displacement as city officials unveil revised plans for expanding Byberry Road, which would shift its southern border 20 feet west, affecting eight area businesses and nearly a dozen families' properties. The changes take effect immediately.

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Trucks Banned From Parking On McNulty Road In Northeast Philly Starting Immediately

Trucks are now prohibited from parking on McNulty Road in Northeast Philly, with towing enforced starting immediately. The new regulation spans the road from Townsend Road to its northeastern terminus.

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