Legislation

Council proposes new chapter in Philadelphia Code to tackle neighborhood blight.

Philadelphia city officials are set to receive new powers to tackle neighborhood blight, with a proposed law defining what constitutes blight and outlining remediation measures.

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City Council Proposes New Funding Stream for Affordable Housing Through Increased Recording Fees

Homebuyers would pay an additional 0.5% transfer tax under a city proposal that aims to generate $15 million annually for affordable housing projects, sparking concerns from real estate agents about a potential market chill.

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Council Approves Plan to Expand Redevelopment in Brewerytown, Adding More Land and Relocation Services

This bill amends a redevelopment proposal for the Brewerytown Urban Renewal Area to allow for additional land acquisition and relocation services.

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Council Approves Ambitious Plan to Revitalize Jefferson Square Urban Renewal Area With Hundreds of New Homes

Philadelphia Could Become First Major US City to Ban Single-Use Plastics After Council Unanimously Passes Landmark Environmental Legislation

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