Legislation

Streets Department to Charge Homeowners Fees for Wheelchair-Accessible Sidewalk Repairs and Construction Work

Philadelphia homeowners with disabilities may soon face a new financial burden as city officials seek to repair and upgrade wheelchair-accessible sidewalks, raising concerns about equity and accessibility.

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Landlords Ordered to Clearly Spell Out Rental Application Rules for Prospective Tenants

Philadelphia Landlords Must Reveal Hidden Fees, Credit Score Requirements in Plain Sight Under New Law; Failing to Comply Could Result in Hefty Fines for Property Owners and Rental Agencies.

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City Buildings Must Meet Accessibility Standards Before Renovations Receive Taxpayer Funding Boost

Low-Income Philly Tenants to See Rent Control Protections Expand as City Council Proposes Stricter Limits on Evictions and Increases in Allowed Rent Hikes. The measure aims to prevent displacement of vulnerable residents during a housing market surge.

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Wheelchair Lift Vehicles Must Display Notice on Rear and Sides

Homeless Service Providers Could See Increased Funding Under New Council Proposal The proposal would provide an estimated $2 million in additional annual funding to support social service providers who work with Philadelphia's homeless population.

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Philadelphia Drivers Must Stop 10 Feet Back When Passing Wheelchair Lift Vehicles on City Streets

Philadelphia drivers who fail to give adequate space to mobility-impaired vehicles will face fines under new city regulations mandating a 10-foot buffer zone for wheelchair lift-equipped buses and vans.

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Council proposes ban on electric personal assistive mobility devices on sidewalks, public and private property

Philadelphia officials are cracking down on the use of electric personal assistive mobility devices on city sidewalks, public property, and private property without permission. Violators will face penalties under new rules proposed by Council President Verna and Councilmember DiCicco.

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Council sought to make all newly constructed homes in Philadelphia accessible to people with disabilities.

Newly built Philadelphia homes will soon have easier navigation for people with disabilities as City Council approves mandatory accessibility features. Buildings must now be constructed according to VisitAbility standards.

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Council Extends Minority Business Council's Life, Gives New Monitoring Powers

City Residents Could Soon Be Able to Pay for Parking with Smartphones; Council Passes Measure Requiring All Municipal Parking Garages to Accept Mobile Payments by 2025.

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