Legislation

Councilmembers Gain Power to Challenge Zoning Decisions in Court Under New Bill

District Councilmembers will now have the power to appeal certain zoning decisions in court under new legislation sponsored by Councilmembers Bass and Quiñones Sánchez. The change is meant to allow them to challenge rulings they deem unjust or incorrect within a specific timeframe.

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Philly Voters to Weigh in on Creation of Independent Police Oversight Body in Upcoming Special Election

Landlords and Tenants at Odds Over Proposal to Strengthen Rent Control Protections, Cap Annual Rent Increases at 5% for Philly Apartments.

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City Council Told to Sign Off on All Deals for Operating Philly Schools

Philadelphia Homeless Services Could Get Big Boost with New Funding Plan A proposed ordinance would allocate millions in city funds towards emergency shelters, transitional housing, and job training programs for people struggling to find permanent housing.

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