Legislation

City Officials Move to Clear Popular Center City Corners of Sidewalk Vendors Amid Renewed Debate Over Street Sales Restrictions

This bill eliminates previously designated locations for sidewalk vendors in Center City, Philadelphia.

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Woodland Avenue Gets Greenlight for Sidewalk Vendors with New Designated Business District Established Today

Sidewalk vendors get greenlight on Woodland Avenue as a new designated business district is established, outlining rules for vendor locations and stand dimensions between 48th and 58th streets.

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City Council OKs First New Sidewalk Vendor Zone in West Philly's 52nd Street Business District

After years of advocacy from local merchants, City Council approved a measure granting licenses to 56 food carts and vendors on the bustling 52nd Street commercial corridor in West Philly, sparking both hope and controversy among business owners.

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Farmers Markets Get Green Light to Set Up Shop on Walnut Street Near Rittenhouse Square

Philadelphia's largest farmers market will soon be allowed to set up shop on the city's most upscale shopping strip, but only from 7am to 1pm every Saturday morning.

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Germantown Avenue Residents Welcome Sidewalk Vendors with Stringent Rules for New Designated Business Districts Area

This bill allows sidewalk vendors in a designated area on Germantown Avenue between York Street and Butler Street, subject to certain conditions.

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Spruce Street Merchants Get Green Light for Sidewalk Sales Amid New Rules and Regulations

Philadelphia Homeless Vendors Fear Eviction as City Council Bill Targets Street Sellers, Restricting Where and When They Can Operate in Popular Tourist Areas. Councilwoman Proposed Ordinance Allowing Small Businesses to Sell Food Without Licenses on Saturdays Would Boost Local Economy but Raises Health Concerns for Nearby Residents.

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Pine Street Property Owners Get Greenlight to Peddle Wares From Sidewalks in Center City

Small Business Owners See Relief as Council Votes to Scrap Minimum Parking Requirements for Philly Commercial Properties Under the new measure, property owners will no longer be required to provide a minimum number of parking spots for employees and customers in commercial zones across the city.

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