Legislation

Parking Fines Amnesty Program Reauthorized for Limited Time Period in Philadelphia

Parking fines amnesty program returns to Philly for 2.5-month window, allowing residents to pay off violations without additional penalties from January 1 to March 31, 2027.

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Philadelphia's Eighth Council District Zoning and Land Use Overhaul Underway with New Overlay District Rules

Councilmember Bass is pushing to revise zoning rules in Philadelphia's Eighth Council District, limiting additional uses and making technical changes to the /EDO Overlay District.

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Council Proposes Holiday Honoring City's Symbolism with "Philadelphia Flag Day" on March 27th

Councilmember Squilla proposes a new city holiday to be held on March 27th, in recognition of the Philadelphia Civic Flag's unique history and symbolism. The proposed "Philadelphia Flag Day" would celebrate the city's founding principles of love and brotherly unity.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Get Overhaul as Council Eyes Changes to Land Use Rules in Northeast Philly Neighborhood

Northeast Philly neighborhoods face zoning map changes, with specific designations set to be updated from existing maps. Councilmember Bass-sponsored bill targets areas bounded by West Seymour Street and Keyser Street.

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Spruce Street, 34th Street, Civic Center Boulevard, and University Avenue Zoning Changes Signed into Law

West Philly neighborhood near Lincoln Center is in line for a major zoning overhaul, with city council voting to change the designation of certain areas. The changes will be reflected on new maps submitted to council.

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Ridge Avenue Neighborhood Zoning Rewrite Gets Underway Amid Community Concerns Over Development Spikes

City Council has introduced a bill to rewrite Ridge Avenue neighborhood zoning laws, changing land use classifications in areas bounded by several roads and the Montgomery County Line. The proposed changes are outlined in Maps "A" and "B".

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Sidewalk Café to Appear on Richmond Street in 19134 Zip Code

This bill allows a sidewalk café to be built in front of a specific property at 3467 Richmond St in Philadelphia's 19134 zip code.

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City Council Moves to Reverse Zoning Change for Island Avenue Commercial Strip Again

Small business owners on Island Avenue are breathing a sigh of relief as City Council votes to revisit contentious zoning changes that threatened the livelihoods of long-time merchants and residents.

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Kensington Avenue Property Owners Get Green Light for Sidewalk Intruding Building Expansion

Property owners along Kensington Avenue will soon have more flexibility to expand their businesses, thanks to a new city council ordinance that greenlights the construction of "tuck-in" buildings that project onto adjacent sidewalks.

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City Officials Revise Ridge Avenue Property Maps to Reflect New Irregular Shaped Boundaries

Ridge Avenue business owners are facing confusion over newly redrawn property lines, which could impact everything from zoning permits to tax assessments, after city officials released revised maps for the area yesterday.

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City Officials Propose Revamping Zoning Laws in Northwest Philly Neighborhoods to Accommodate Growing Population

This bill changes the zoning designations in certain areas of Philadelphia bounded by Roy Street, 11th Street, Allegheny Avenue, and Germantown Avenue.

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City Council Introduces Zoning Changes Near Drexel to Safeguard Research Areas

Zoning changes in a small area near Drexel University will safeguard research areas with new restrictions and rules for forensic labs. The measures, which target parcels bound by Powelton Avenue, Preston Street, Filbert Street, and 41st Street, were unanimously passed by City Council.

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Philadelphia Council Approves Zoning Changes for Streets Around Park

This bill updates the zoning maps for a specific area of Philadelphia, bounded by Salmon Street, Ontario Street, Richmond Street, and Westmoreland Street.

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Property Owners in Third Councilmanic District Get New Affordable Housing Incentive

Philadelphia Homeowners May Be Able to Build Affordable Housing Without Breaking the Bank; Proposed Plan Allows Property Owners to Donate Land and Reduce Development Costs.

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Philadelphia Businesses Face Higher Tax Bills as City Council Votes to Raise Millage Rate and Net Income Percentage

Philadelphia homeowners could see significant property tax relief under new city council proposal to freeze assessments for low- and moderate-income residents. A contentious city council bill aims to decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana in Philadelphia, potentially keeping thousands out of the justice system.

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Nonprofit to Build Free Alexander Calder Museum on Parkway in Public-Private Partnership Deal

This bill authorizes a lease with a nonprofit corporation to build and operate an Alexander Calder museum on Benjamin Franklin Parkway, exempting it from certain regulations.

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City Council Expands Affordable Housing Preservation Zone in West Philadelphia Neighborhoods

This bill adds certain areas to the Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District, which provides incentives for developers to include affordable housing units in their buildings.

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Fifth District Overlay District Limits Developer Bonuses Under Certain Conditions

Neighborhood residents are breathing a sigh of relief as proposed changes to Fifth District zoning laws would ban lucrative developer bonuses, but small-scale builders might still reap rewards with new exceptions.

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Restaurants Get Green Light for Outdoor Entertainment Amid Ongoing City Permit Process

Small Business Owners Cheer as Council Approves Bill Streamlining Sidewalk Café Permits Amid Growing Popularity of Outdoor Seating Areas The new law reduces permitting fees for small restaurants, allowing them to expand outdoor dining spaces without excessive bureaucratic hurdles.

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Center City Eruv District Boundaries Under Review for Expansion and Modification by Council

Philadelphia's growing Orthodox community is pushing for an expansion of the city's only eruv district, sparking debate over who should be included and how far it should stretch across Center City neighborhoods.

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