Legislation

City Retirees Face New Rules on Working for City Without Losing Benefits After Passage of Reform Measure

City Council passes bill altering rules for city retirees working part-time while keeping retirement benefits intact. Retirees will face new contribution requirements if rehired and reemployed in certain circumstances.

220487

Trucks Barred Near Neighborhood Hubs in North Philly's 9th Ward as Safety Measures Take Hold

Philadelphia Homeowners to Face Stricter Regulations on Renting Out Properties as City Seeks to Curb Evictions and Over-Tourism A proposed law would require property owners to register rentals with the city, pay a fee, and adhere to strict standards for habitability and safety in residential areas.

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Philadelphia Extends Deadline for Developers to Comply with Montour Street Vacancy Terms

Developers on Montour Street have been given an extra year to renovate vacant storefronts and comply with city regulations, but the delay is sparking concerns among community activists who say it's a missed opportunity for revitalization.

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Northeast Philly Neighborhoods See New Zoning Designations Sprout Amid Revitalization Efforts Underway

This bill amends the Philadelphia Zoning Maps to change the zoning designations for certain areas of land in Northeast Philly, bounded by Cottman Avenue and others.

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Council proposes zoning overhaul for Ninth District Overlay District in Philadelphia.

This bill amends the zoning rules for a specific area in Philadelphia, known as the Ninth District Overlay District.

220446

City Takes Aim at Littering with Tougher Penalties and Clear Definition of Short Dumping Offenses

Philadelphia Homeowners to Pay More in Fees, But City Council Says It'll Help Keep Neighborhoods Clean; The proposed fee hike on large properties would fund increased waste collection services and street cleaning efforts.

220379

New Parking Rules Introduced for Bingham Street and Comly Street Neighborhood

Resident concerns about gridlocked streets have prompted City Council to impose two-hour parking limits on Comly and Bingham Streets, but business owners fear the move will suffocate their struggling shops.

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City Council Mandates Two-Hour Parking Limits on Clearview Street and North Broad Street Every Day of the Week

Residents and business owners who park on Clearview Street or North Broad Street may face fines if they linger longer than two hours, starting with Monday's morning rush hour.

220381

Parking Restrictions Enacted in Several Neighborhoods of Philadelphia

This bill establishes parking regulations in several neighborhoods by limiting the amount of time a vehicle can be parked on specific streets and at specific times.

220382

Philadelphia Voters to Decide Fate of New Fair Housing Commission in Upcoming Special Election

Renters and landlords are at odds over proposed tax on vacant properties, with supporters saying it will bring in millions for affordable housing and critics calling it a "backdoor rent hike". The measure would add a 1% tax on vacant lots and buildings across the city.

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Philadelphia City Council Votes to Put Gender-Neutral Charter Amendment on May Ballot Next Year

Philadelphia Homeowners Could Face Steep Fines Under Proposed Law Requiring Regular Tree Maintenance, Targeting Vacant Lots Across City Neighborhoods.

220001

City Council Sends Gender-Neutral Education Referendum to Philly Ballot in May Election

Philadelphia Students with Non-Binary Identities Could See Curriculum Overhaul After City Council Votes to End Single-Gender Designations in School Textbooks and Educational Materials. Changes would impact approximately 200 schools serving over 300,000 students.

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Philadelphia Council Unveils Tough New Leasing Laws to Protect Commercial Tenants from Hidden Fees and Fines

This bill requires commercial property owners to provide certain disclosures before leasing a space, and offers protections for tenants.

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Camac Street Between Wagner and Fisher to Become Northbound One-Way Under New Traffic Plan

South Philly Residents Fear Noise and Congestion as Proposed Bill Would Ban Left Turns onto 13th Street from Broad Riverside Plaza. A new traffic plan would eliminate left turns onto 13th Street from the Broad Riverside Plaza parking garage in a bid to ease congestion on the busy thoroughfare.

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Council Votes to Make East Godfrey Ave One-Way Westbound Through Summerdale To Pratt Street Intersection

This bill makes East Godfrey Avenue between Summerdale Avenue and Pratt Street a one-way street for westbound traffic.

210919

Pension Board Required to Conduct Annual Stress Test of Retirement System

Philadelphia homeowners facing foreclosure could get a reprieve as council votes on plan to delay eviction proceedings by at least 6 months, giving them more time to catch up on payments and stay in their homes.

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Restaurants Feel Pinch as City Tightens Leash on Delivery Service Fees Again

This bill amends Philadelphia's law on food delivery services to limit fees charged to restaurants.

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Prevailing Wage Rules Expanded for Recipients of Charity Water Rates and Charges in Philadelphia

Low-income Philadelphians who rely on the city's charity water rates will soon earn at least $13 an hour on city-funded projects, a minimum wage increase aimed at leveling the playing field with private sector workers.

210500

Philadelphia Voters Told They Will Decide Fate of City Civil Service System Job Selection Process Changes

City Workers Could Face Easier Layoffs Under New Bill Aimed at Streamlining City Government; Municipal union leaders are warning that a proposed overhaul could put thousands of city employees out of work.

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Council sought to revise tax rates on city parking facilities in proposed parking tax amendment.

This bill proposes to amend the 'Parking Tax' law in Philadelphia by revising tax rates on parking facilities.

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