Legislation

City Allows PennDOT Temporary Easement On Richmond Street Property For Construction Project

Homeowners on Richmond Street may soon see more traffic and noise as PennDOT gets the green light to build a temporary easement, potentially impacting nearby businesses and residents.

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PECO Wins Approval to Build Transmission Lines Through West Philly's Deritis Playground

This bill allows PECO Energy Company to install transmission lines across a portion of Deritis Playground in West Philadelphia, under certain terms and conditions.

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City Acquires Pedestrian Easement in Market Street Corridor for Enhanced Accessibility

Residents and Business Owners Alarmed as New Zoning Laws Loosen Restrictions on Vacant Lot Development Philadelphia's zoning laws are being rewritten to allow for more flexibility in building on vacant lots, sparking debate over gentrification and community displacement.

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SEPTA Wins Approval to Temporarily Occupy Streets Along Fairmount Park Borderline

Philadelphia Residents Face Parking Restrictions as City Council Approves Bill Allowing SEPTA to Claim Street Space Near Fairmount Park During Construction.

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City Signs 25-Year Lease Deal with Twenty-First Ward Athletic Association for Park Land Use

Philadelphia signed a 25-year lease deal with Twenty-First Ward Athletic Association for land use in the city's 21st Ward, also granting the association an access easement. The lease agreement was finalized by City Council last June.

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