Legislation

Council Proposal Aims to Give Philly Homeowners Fair Shot at Buying Back Their Own Properties

Low-Income Tenants Could Soon Face Eviction as Council Considers Bill Allowing Rent Increases Above Inflation Rate The proposed bill would raise the cap on annual rent hikes from 3% to 5%, affecting tens of thousands of renters in Philadelphia's aging housing stock.

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Philadelphia Council Moves Swiftly to Strengthen Laws Against Criminal and Defiant Trespassers Citywide

City Council strengthens laws against trespassers with new definitions and penalties across Philadelphia. The move aims to clarify procedures for dealing with criminal and defiant trespassers in the city.

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Philadelphia Homebuyers Now Required to Disclose Retaining Walls Before Closing Deal

Homebuyers in Philadelphia are now required to be notified about any retaining walls on a property before making a purchase, with sellers providing a disclosure statement containing information about the wall.

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