Legislation

City Council Expands Center City Business Uses in Old City Residential Area, Core

Businesses like restaurants and tattoo parlors will now be allowed in Old City's residential area without special permission, as long as they meet certain conditions.

260896

Zoning Designations Changed in Area Bounded by Lehigh Avenue and Aramingo Avenue Streets

Councilmember Squilla's zoning bill changes designations in a neighborhood bounded by Lehigh Avenue, Belgrade Street, Aramingo Avenue, and Miller Street, altering uses and development in the area as shown on Maps 'A' and 'B'.

260800

Owner seeks permission to build staircase on property line at 319-25 N 11th St in Philadelphia.

Robert Weinstein seeks permission to build a staircase on his property line at 319-25 N 11th St in Philadelphia, proposing a 4'8" encroachment onto the north footway of Wood Street.

260706

Coffee shop allowed to install sidewalk café at 544 E. Girard Ave under certain conditions.

Coffee shop Impresso at 544 E. Girard Ave. gets permission to install sidewalk café with 4 tables and 9 seats, subject to specific construction, maintenance, and permit requirements.

260707

Restaurant at 2351 South Front Street Gets Green Light for Expanded Sidewalk Café Seating Area

Restaurant at 2351 South Front Street gets green light to install expanded sidewalk café seating area with 7 tables and 28 chairs on both sides of the street.

260564

Developers Rewarded with Bonus Space for Streetscapes Upgrades Across Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Developers can earn bonus space and height in certain neighborhoods if their projects include public street upgrades. The changes aim to clarify how developers can receive incentives for enhancing city streets.

260530

South Street Bakery Wins Approval for Sidewalk Café After City Negotiations

A South Street bakery has won city approval for a sidewalk café with one table and two seats, pending permits and removal if required by the city. The café will encroach about 4 feet onto the street from Varallo Brothers Bakery at 1639 S 10th St.

260532

North Philadelphia Zoning Map Changes Signed into Law After Years of Debate

North Philadelphia neighborhoods are in line for significant zoning changes as City Council debates the proposals today, with some areas set to see new zoning designations.

260534

Philadelphia Approves Outdoor Café Plans for 2101 South 3rd Street Property

Lawrence Polanski and Ping Zeng, owners of 2101 South 3rd Street, have been granted permission to install an outdoor café with five tables and thirty seats on two sidewalks. The encroachment will be located on the south and east sides of the property.

260535

Broad Street Encroachment Plan Clears Council Hurdle Amid Concerns About Aesthetic Impact

Pennsylvania Ballet Association will be allowed to install benches, planters, and bollards near their property at 323 N. Broad St., Philadelphia, pending compliance with city regulations, as approved by Councilmember Squilla's bill.

260340

Stairway Permitted at 611 S 7th St, Owner Must Comply with Building Codes

Developers of Kampar Restaurant at 611 S 7th Street get approval to build an enclosed staircase on their property line, encroaching into public space for nearly five feet.

260267

City Council Bill Would Place Large Garbage Dumpster on Busy Northeast Philly Corner Street

Northeast Philly residents may soon see a large garbage dumpster installed on their busy street corner near 509-19 Vine St, under terms specified in City Council. The owner of the property would be responsible for installation, maintenance, and upkeep.

260216

Juniper Street Development Spills onto Public Space as City Council Votes to Relax Rules

Property owners near 2655 S Juniper St get permission to install and maintain an encroachment, including a canopy and outdoor café with tables and seats.

260217

Company Gets Green Light to Gussy Up South Broad Street with Decorative Features

City Council approves plan for Avenue of the Arts to add decorative features like lights, sculptures, and planters along a stretch of South Broad Street between Pine and Spruce Streets. The installation will be owned and maintained by AOA under specific terms and conditions.

260025

Coffee Shop at 1001 S 10th Street Receives Approval for Sidewalk Café Permits

This bill allows a coffee shop at 1001 S 10th St to install a sidewalk café with two tables and four seats, subject to certain conditions and city regulations.

251102

Restaurant on North Christopher Columbus Boulevard Gets Approval for Outdoor Seating

This bill authorizes a specific property owner to install and maintain encroachments (extensions or protrusions) on their property near 510 N Christopher Columbus Blvd in Philadelphia.

251028

Philadelphia to Require Designated Stands for Ride-Shares and Taxis

Philadelphia's 10,000 ride-share drivers would be forced to find new spots to wait for passengers if a proposed law creates stricter regulations on where they can idle their cars in the city.

251029

Council Takes Aim at Streamlining Preservation Process for Philly's Timeless Treasures

Philadelphia's historic preservation law is set for an overhaul, with changes aimed at streamlining the process for designating historic properties and districts, affecting how owners and developers navigate applications during the designation process.

251030

Philadelphia Council Approves Permits for Bustling Sidewalk Café on Busy 13th Street Stretch

This bill allows a sidewalk café to be installed in front of two properties on South 13th Street in Philadelphia's Center City neighborhood.

250920

Philadelphia Approves Sidewalk Café for 400 East Girard Avenue Amid Concerns Over Parking Spots

This bill allows a sidewalk café to be built in front of a specific business at 400 E Girard Ave in Philadelphia, with certain rules and conditions.

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