Legislation

City Eyes Delaware River Land Buys to Enhance Public Access and Recreation Opportunities Along Waterfront Trails

This bill allows the City of Philadelphia to buy land along the Delaware River and the Kensington & Tacony Trail for public recreation use.

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City Council Approves Expanded Brewrytown Redevelopment Plan Encompassing Additional Neighborhood Blocks

Long-time Brewerytown residents face uncertain futures as City Hall OKs plan to rezone 16 new blocks, potentially paving way for luxury apartments and gentrification in the rapidly changing North Philadelphia neighborhood.

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City Purchases Indiana Avenue Property in Low-Cost Deal to Expand Municipal Ownership Downtown

Philadelphia Could Impose Fines on Developers Who Fail to Meet Affordable Housing Requirements A new proposal would penalize developers up to $10,000 per unit if they don't meet the city's affordable housing quotas, targeting gentrification in rapidly changing neighborhoods.

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