Legislation

Zoning Maps Overhauled as City Council Votes to Change Land Designations on Northeast Philly Blocks

Northeast Philly residents may soon see changes in their neighborhood's zoning after City Council voted to alter land designations in a specific area bounded by Rising Sun Avenue and nearby streets.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Undergo Overhaul as Major Neighborhood Rezoning Effort Takes Shape Today

Philadelphia's zoning maps are set to change as City Council proposes altering land designations in a specific neighborhood bounded by major streets. The affected area includes Stenton Avenue, Eastburn Street, Rodney Street, and others.

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Council proposed zoning change for areas bounded by Adams Avenue and surrounding streets.

North Philadelphia neighborhoods are getting a zoning overhaul as City Council approves changes to land-use designations in specific areas bounded by key streets. The alterations affect zoning maps for certain parcels of land.

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Council proposes changing zoning designations for Northeast Philadelphia area along Cottman Avenue.

Northeast Philly neighborhoods face changes as City Council proposes reworking local land use laws with new zoning map updates for several streets. Zoning designations would be altered in a bounded area, affecting multiple intersections.

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City Council Clears Way for Sale of Bonds to Finance Water and Wastewater System Upgrades

Philadelphia residents can expect rate hikes on their water bills to help pay off a massive bond sale, which will fund long-overdue upgrades to the city's crumbling water and sewage infrastructure. Homeowners and businesses may see increases as early as next year.

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Philadelphia Approves Plan to Issue Water and Wastewater Bonds for Major Infrastructure Upgrades

A $500 million bond package would finance major upgrades to Philadelphia's water treatment plants, benefiting over 1.6 million residents who rely on safe drinking water and sewage services daily.

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Philadelphia Council Targets Tobacco Sales in Healthcare Facilities with Strict New Regulations

Philadelphia City Council votes to ban tobacco sales at healthcare facilities, including pharmacies. Health clinics will no longer be able to sell cigarettes or e-cigarettes.

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Truck Parking Banned on West Chelten Avenue Between North Sixth and North Fifth Streets

Residents and business owners along a popular Main Line corridor are breathing a sigh of relief as a new city law blocks big rigs from parking on Chelten Avenue, starting today.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Overhauled in Revamp of Neighborhood Land Use Boundaries

This bill changes the zoning designations for a specific area of land in Philadelphia, bounded by several streets.

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Zoning Changes Made to Philadelphia Area Bound by Disston Street and Algon Avenue

This bill amends the Philadelphia Zoning Maps to change zoning designations in a specific area bounded by several streets.

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City Treasurer Greenlights New Deal with Wells Fargo for Streamlined Payroll Processing Services

Wells Fargo's deal to handle Philly's paycheck processing is set to get a $1 million price hike, raising questions about transparency in city contracts and whether the savings are worth it for taxpayers.

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Mayor and Officials Greenlight $Millions in Airport Debt Relief through New Revenue Bond Issue

This bill authorizes the Mayor and City officials to issue Airport Revenue Refunding Bonds to pay off outstanding debt related to Philadelphia International Airport.

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Farmers Markets Get Green Light on Busy West Tabor Road Section

Small business owners along West Tabor Road are cheering as a long-awaited amendment opens up a coveted stretch of sidewalk space for vendors selling fresh produce. The change could bring more foot traffic to the area's shops and eateries.

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Philadelphia City Council Approves PGW's $115 Million Capital Budget Amid Strict Funding Guidelines

Philadelphia's struggling low-income residents are set to benefit from an expanded eligibility threshold for PGW's energy assistance program under a new city council-approved plan, tripling the number of households receiving aid this winter. Philly homeowners can breathe easy after a long-awaited delay on sewer rate increases was lifted by the city council, but some community leaders warn of im

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Philadelphia Council OKs Extension of Gas Supply Contracts Without Advance Approval

A measure passed by Philadelphia City Council expands power over city gas supplies, allowing the facilities management corporation to negotiate deals without council oversight - a move critics argue undermines accountability.

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Philadelphia Officials Propose Major Overhaul of Street Network in Northern Neighborhoods This Week

Philadelphia officials seek to remake a small section of the city's street network by eliminating two cul-de-sacs and replacing them with one new turnaround, also reserving space for future sewer and drainage purposes.

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City Council OKs Street Vending on Busy North Philly Block Amid Concerns Over Safety and Sanitation

Residents on a bustling North Philadelphia corner are about to see a change: street vendors will be allowed to set up shop on the 5500 block of North 13th Street, bringing new food and goods options to the area. Small business owners nearby worry that the influx of vendors will bring increased competition for parking and sales.

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Newsstand Owner Gets Green Light to Drill Conduits for Power and Phones on Busy E. Levick Street Corridor

This bill allows a newsstand owner to install conduits for electricity and phone service at their stand on East Levick Street.

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Philadelphia Council Expands Options for Smokers in City Establishments Under New Rules

Under new rules, some Philly restaurants and bars will be allowed to have indoor smoking sections, but only if they're enclosed spaces that don't share air with non-smoking areas or outside spaces.

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Philadelphia Plans to Refund $700 Million in Existing Debt Through New General Obligation Bonds Issue

This bill allows the City of Philadelphia to issue $700 million in general obligation bonds to refund existing debt, with proceeds used for various purposes such as infrastructure and city services.

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