Legislation

Philadelphia Business Hours Restricted in Fifth District Neighborhoods

Philadelphia businesses in the Fifth District and surrounding areas will be restricted from opening between 11pm and 6am due to an amended ordinance. New streets affected by the restriction include N. 29th Street from W. Dauphin to W. Huntingdon.

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City Requires Special Approval for Limited Lodging in RSA-5 Zoning District Businesses

Businesses in the RSA-5 zoning district must now get special city approval to offer limited lodging, such as Airbnb rentals, under new regulations taking effect in 60 days.

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Businesses that hire eligible youth or fund youth programs to receive Philadelphia tax credit

Businesses that hire or fund education programs for eligible youth can now receive a tax credit under a new Philadelphia program, established by City Council.

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City Requires Food Delivery Services to Register Bicycle Riders Amid Safety Concerns

Food delivery services will now be required to register bicycle riders who perform deliveries in Philadelphia, amid growing safety concerns. The new measure will also involve identification, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements for these workers.

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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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City Council Tackles Cluttered Sidewalk Cafes as Bill Streamlines Outdoor Entertainment Regulations

This bill removes outdated rules related to outdoor entertainment at sidewalk cafes in Philadelphia.

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Philly Council Passes Law Limiting Business Hours in 5th District Neighborhood

This bill adds business hour restrictions and restricts certain commercial uses in Philadelphia's Fifth Councilmanic District.

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Philadelphia City Council Approves Sidewalk Café at Busy Corner of Girard and 16th Street

Councilmember Young's proposal to build an eight-table, 16-seat sidewalk café near 161 W Girard Ave has been approved by City Council. The café will encroach onto the east footway of North Hancock Street for about five feet.

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Councilors Weigh In on Proposal to Bring Outdoor Dining to Bustling Frankford Corner

City Council is considering allowing a sidewalk café at 1444 Frankford Ave, with permission to install up to 16 tables and 32 seats.

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Fairmount Avenue Restaurant Wins Approval to Expand Outdoor Seating Permits

Restaurant at 1811 Fairmount Ave wins approval for two-table sidewalk café with eight seats, encroaching five feet onto Shirley Street. Councilmember Young sponsored the permit allowing MQZ LLC's outdoor expansion.

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Council Approves Sidewalk Café for Popular Bistro on Bustling West Girard Avenue

This bill allows a specific business near 426-28 W.

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Farmers Market Relocated to North 22nd Street, Boundary Changes Made

This bill amends a section of Philadelphia's Code to change the location boundaries for farmers' markets on North 22nd Street.

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Council Approves Contract for Christmas Market Vendor at Love Park

Philadelphia's first-ever Christmas market is coming to a historic park, but critics argue it will displace long-time vendors who rely on the space for their own holiday sales. The City Council voted to bring in an outside operator for the winter festival.

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Girard Avenue Café Set for Sidewalk Debut as Council OKs Conditional Permit

Small Business Owners Relieved as Council Approves Bill Allowing Outdoor Seating on Some Busy Philly Streets, But Residents Concerned About Noise and Parking Issues Remain Unaddressed.

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Philadelphia Businesses Face Stricter Penalties for Violence and Interference with Police Investigations

Philadelphia businesses will face stricter penalties for engaging in violent behavior or obstructing police investigations under a new ordinance amendment aimed at defining "critical nuisance businesses." The change clarifies consequences for repeatedly violent or obstructionist establishments.

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Philadelphia Mandates Insurance Certificates for All Businesses Amid City Building Code Revamp

Philadelphia businesses will now be required to provide proof of certain insurance certificates as part of the city's building code revisions, mandating a change for all businesses in the city.

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Sidewalk Café Permitted in Front of 795 North 24th Street Property

Councilmember Young's bill allowing a sidewalk café at 795 North 24th Street has been approved by City Council, paving the way for outdoor dining on this busy street corner. The permit comes with certain conditions.

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