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5 bills matching land use planning

Zoning & Development·IntroducedIntroduced May 14, 2026

Bill Aims to Relax Parking Requirements in Philadelphia's Commercial Mixed-Use District

Philadelphia's commercial mixed-use zoning rules have been overhauled to allow for more multi-family housing in certain areas under new zoning regulations approved by City Council. Changes will affect what types of buildings can be constructed and how they are zoned.

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Zoning & Development·Signed Into LawSigned Jun 11, 2026

Neighborhood Land Use Changes Unveiled as Council Moves to Revamp Zoning in Northeast Philly's Hunting Park Neighborhood

Zoning changes are coming to Hunting Park, where some land use classifications will be revised in an area bounded by Roberts Avenue and Wissahickon Avenue. The exact zoning designations for certain areas will shift under the proposed amendments.

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Zoning & Development·IntroducedIntroduced Apr 16, 2026

City Council Set to Revamp Zoning Laws in Northwood Neighborhood Amid Community Development Push

Councilmember Bass proposes changing zoning designations in Northwood neighborhood to allow for civic, educational, and medical uses, altering specific areas' land use regulations.

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Zoning & Development·IntroducedIntroduced Apr 16, 2026

City Council Seeks Zoning Overhaul for Northeast Philly Neighborhood Boundaries

Northeast Philly neighborhood boundaries are in line for a zoning overhaul, with Councilmember Bass proposing changes to designated areas bounded by East Washington Lane, Stenton Avenue, East Haines Street, and Ardleigh Street.

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Zoning & Development·IntroducedIntroduced Apr 16, 2026

City Council Proposes Zoning Overhaul for Properties Along North Philadelphia's 18th Street Commercial Corridor

Councilmember Bass proposes zoning changes for North Philadelphia's 18th Street Commercial Corridor, altering the designation of certain areas as shown on Maps A and B. The exact changes will affect properties within a specific bounded area.

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