Legislation

City Unveils Online Directory Listing Affordable Housing Subsidies and Expiration Dates in New Effort

Philadelphia homeowners could soon be protected from sudden rent hikes as a new law mandates that landlords provide 12 months' notice before raising rates, giving renters time to plan or find new housing.

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City Council Approves 100 Million Dollar Neighborhood Preservation Initiative with Immediate Funding Allocations

Philadelphia homeowners face new tax relief as City Council votes to freeze property assessments for low-income residents, potentially saving thousands from hefty annual hikes.

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Philadelphia Enacts New Regulations for Affordable Housing Properties Receiving Federal Assistance

New Rules for Renters: City Officials Propose Stricter Landlord Licensing Requirements, Focusing on Properties with History of Code Violations and Unresolved Disputes with Tenants.

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City Council Tunes Zoning Rules for Old City's Historic Homes Amid Growing Development Pressure

This bill amends zoning regulations in Old City to balance preservation with development needs.

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