Legislation

Retailers must meet specific standards and be located in certain districts for tobacco sales.

Philadelphia's zoning code is set to change, requiring tobacco retailers to meet specific standards and be located in certain districts. The new rules aim to regulate tobacco sales throughout the city.

260851

West Broad Street Businesses Exempt from Commercial Curfew with Limited Exception

Businesses along West Broad Street in the Eighth Councilmanic District will now be allowed to stay open until 6 a.m. under a limited exception to the commercial curfew, but violating the new hours will result in a $1,000 fine per day.

260710

Southbound Traffic Takes Over Pine Ridge Road Between Cheltenham And Fariston Drives

Southbound traffic is set to dominate Pine Ridge Road between Cheltenham Avenue and Fariston Drive, with a new ordinance making the stretch one-way southbound. The "No Parking Anytime" restriction in the area has also been repealed.

260506

City Requires Food Delivery Services to Register Bicycle Riders Amid Safety Concerns

Food delivery services will now be required to register bicycle riders who perform deliveries in Philadelphia, amid growing safety concerns. The new measure will also involve identification, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements for these workers.

260526

Philadelphia Buildings Face New Safety Standards with Updated Fuel Gas and Existing Building Codes Adopted

Philadelphia buildings will be subject to updated safety standards, including new regulations for fuel gas systems and existing structures, aligning with national codes from the International Code Council. The changes aim to strengthen building code enforcement citywide.

260392

Retailers Ordered To Round Down Cash Transactions for Customers Without Exact Change

Retailers in Philadelphia would be barred from rounding cash transactions upward when customers lack exact change under proposed law requiring downward rounding to nearest five-cent increment. Customers must be clearly informed of rounding policies by retailers.

260396