Legislation

North Broad Business Improvement District Born Along Busy Stretch of Street From Spring Garden to Indiana Avenue

Philadelphia's North Broad Street is getting a business improvement district to boost economic growth and improve commercial areas from Spring Garden to Indiana Avenue. The new district will be managed by North Broad Renaissance.

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Philadelphia Council Signs Law Limiting Floor Area Ratio in Historic District Area

This bill modifies zoning regulations in a specific area of Philadelphia bounded by 38th Street, Ludlow Street, Chestnut Street, and 37th Street.

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Commercial Property Owners Must Now Seek Extra Approval from City for Major Changes Ahead

Commercial property owners in Philadelphia's C-4 and C-5 districts must now get extra approval from the city before making major changes or issuing certain permits, adding a new hurdle for development.

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Lancaster Avenue Commercial District Parking Rules Expanded Along Two Blocks

This bill amends the commercial district parking rules in Philadelphia to include a specific area along Lancaster Avenue between 63rd Street and Girard Avenue.

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Philadelphia Exempts Specific Waterfront Area from Off-Site Parking Permit Requirements

This bill exempts a specific area in Philadelphia from requiring a Special Use Permit for off-site parking.

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