Legislation

City Council Sets Stricter Rules for Developers' Plans, Mandating Economic Benefits for Big Projects Now

Developers working on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects in Philadelphia must now include an economic opportunity plan and commit to its terms under stricter rules proposed by Councilmember Young. The new regulations define what development projects qualify for this requirement.

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City Requires Developers To Disclose Full Ownership Details For Every Large Project Moving Forward

Philadelphia's largest developments will soon be under a microscope as city council passes new law mandating transparent ownership details for all major projects.

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City Contractors Must Now Pay for Failing to Meet Economic Opportunity Plan Obligations Under New City Ordinance

City contractors now must pay liquidated damages for failing to meet economic opportunity plan obligations, with provisions passed on to subcontractors or other parties under new city rules.

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