Legislation

Technical Changes Made to Ninth District Overlay District Zoning Laws in Philadelphia

Philadelphia's Ninth District Overlay District zoning laws are getting technical tweaks, specifically affecting uses in Commercial Review Areas like Wadsworth Avenue, which require Special Exceptions under the updated rules.

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Philadelphia Zoning Laws Undergo Technical Changes in Ninth District Overlay District

Philadelphia's zoning laws are undergoing technical changes in the Ninth District Overlay District, adding requirements for special exceptions at certain locations for child care centers and medical marijuana dispensaries.

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Philadelphia Code Overhaul to Impose Special Exceptions on Ninth District Commercial Review Areas

Councilmember Phillips' bill would impose special exceptions on certain businesses in the Ninth District's Commercial Review Areas, requiring additional permits for specific uses.

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Owner of 1638 W Porter St Property Allowed to Install Sidewalk Café With Tables and Seating.

Owner of 1638 W Porter St allowed to install sidewalk café with 4 tables and 16 seats on South 17th Street sidewalk, pending compliance with city regulations and permit requirements.

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Zoning designations for areas along Wyncote Avenue, Ogontz Avenue, and 68th Avenue are being changed.

Zoning designations for areas along Wyncote Avenue, Ogontz Avenue, and 68th Avenue are being changed to new zoning designations, with the exact changes outlined on Maps "A" and "B".

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps to be Amended with New Zoning Designations in Specific Areas Bounded by 65th Avenue and Chelten Avenue

Philadelphia's zoning maps are set to be updated in areas bounded by 65th Avenue, 3rd Street, Chelten Avenue, and 5th Street, with new zoning designations to be reflected on the maps. Councilmember Phillips' bill authorizes the zoning map changes within a specific area.

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City Council Slaps Parking Meters on Lawrence Street and Sparks Street Residents

Residents in two Philadelphia neighborhoods will soon face new parking rules: Lawrence Street between Tabor Road and Olney Avenue will allow 2-hour parking from 8am to 10pm, Monday through Friday; Sparks Street will permit 3-hour parking from 8am to 6pm.

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City Council Tweaks Zoning Laws to Streamline Special Exceptions in Ninth District Business Zones

Philadelphia's zoning laws are being tweaked to simplify the process for businesses in certain areas of the Ninth District to secure special exceptions, following a bill proposed by Councilmember Phillips.

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Landlords Must Take Action Against Tenants Selling Tobacco Without Permit

Philadelphia landlords will now be required to take action against tenants selling tobacco products without a permit, with penalties for non-compliance as part of stricter rules adopted by City Council today.

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Philadelphia Bans Sale of Drug Paraphernalia in Industrial Areas

This bill prohibits selling drug paraphernalia in certain industrial areas of Philadelphia.

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Philadelphia Council Votes to Redraw City Zoning Maps on Four Busy Commercial Avenues

This bill updates the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations for specific areas along Grange Avenue, Park Avenue, Chew Avenue, and Broad Street.

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Deadline to Comply with Montour Street Plan Revisions Extended

Developers along Montour Street are breathing a sigh of relief after the city council approved an extension to finish construction on stalled projects, pushing back the original January 1st completion date another six months.

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City Council Okays Church Encroachment Permit for Busy North Broad Street Corner.

Philadelphia city council has authorized the Phillippian Baptist Church to build into public sidewalk space near a busy North Broad Street corner. The permit will allow an encroachment at their property on 5801 N Broad St.

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Philly Council Tackles Overhaul of 9th District Zoning Regulations Amid Growing Developer Pressure

This bill amends zoning requirements in a specific Philadelphia neighborhood to require special exceptions for certain uses.

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City Council Unveils Plan to Revamp Zoning Along Busy Broad Street Corridor Overnight

This bill changes the zoning designations in a specific area of Philadelphia bounded by Broad Street, Medary Avenue, Park Avenue, and Godfrey Avenue.

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Philadelphia Approves Sidewalk Café Permit for Popular Bustling Neighborhood Business

This bill allows a sidewalk café to be built on Castor Ave in Philadelphia under certain conditions.

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Cottman Avenue Residents Face New Sidewalk Café Option Amid City Council Approval Push

This bill allows a sidewalk café to be set up at a specific location on Cottman Ave in Philadelphia, subject to certain rules and regulations.

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City Council Proposes New Rules to Curb Hazardous Tree Branches Damaging City Properties Daily

This bill amends the Philadelphia Building Construction and Occupancy Code to add restrictions and remedies for encroaching trees.

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Council proposes mandatory shopping cart containment systems for large retail businesses

Philadelphia businesses with 10 or more shopping carts will be required to implement cart containment systems, preventing customers from taking carts out of designated parking areas. Affected retailers must enforce the new rule under specific terms and conditions.

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City Extends Deadline for Vacating Montour Street after Years of Delay

Philadelphia Council Bill Would Let More Tenants Pay Lower Rent, Affecting Thousands in Affordable Housing Program. The proposed legislation would reduce rent burden for low-income families by adjusting payment standards for Section 8 housing subsidies.

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