Legislation

Speeding Fines Reduced Based on Excess Speed in Automated Enforcement Tickets

Automated speed enforcement camera fines in Philadelphia will decrease based on how much a driver exceeds the speed limit, under a new proposal from Councilmember Young.

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City Approves Strict Rules Governing Temporary No Parking Signs Across Philadelphia Streets

Philadelphia's streets are now subject to stricter rules governing temporary "no parking" signs, requiring a permit for their use and limiting when vehicles can be towed. Towing will only occur after a specified timeframe following sign posting.

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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 The "No Parking Anytime" restriction in the area has also been repealed.

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Buses Must Use Designated Areas or Face Fines Under New Traffic Rules Proposal

City Council Takes Aim at Congested Streets with New Rules for Bus Stops: Drivers who fail to comply could face fines up to $500, hitting the bottom line of private bus companies that often operate in high-demand areas.

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Philadelphia Council Moves to Shine Light on Private Lot Towing Tactics Overnight

Private lots and driveways may soon require more information on tickets issued for illegally parked vehicles. Councilmember Squilla's proposed law would revise towing regulations on private property.

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Council Moves to Rein in "Barnacle" Towing Industry with Stricter Regulations Today

Council is set to tighten rules on private parking lot operators who use "barnacles" to immobilize cars, imposing new terms and conditions for their use. The stricter regulations aim to rein in the towing industry's practices.

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Hermit Street to Become One-Way Eastbound Between Manor and Manayunk Avenues

This bill would make Hermit Street one-way eastbound between Manor Street and Manayunk Avenue.

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Philadelphia City Council Votes to Realign One-Way Traffic on Adams Avenue and Leiper Street

Residents of Northeast Philly may face longer commutes as city council votes to flip traffic direction on Leiper Street, potentially alleviating congestion but also disrupting daily routines for thousands.

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City Council Tries to Reverse Ryan Avenue One-Way Plan Amid Resident Outcry and Confusion

Philadelphia residents who thought they'd learned how to navigate the streets may soon be turning around again, as City Council attempts to rescind its own plan to flip traffic flow on a busy North Philly corridor.

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Philadelphia to Require Designated Stands for Ride-Shares and Taxis

Philadelphia's 10,000 ride-share drivers would be forced to find new spots to wait for passengers if a proposed law creates stricter regulations on where they can idle their cars in the city.

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Traffic direction regulations implemented on LeCount and Bambrey Streets in Philadelphia.

This bill regulates traffic direction on two specific streets in Philadelphia: LeCount and Bambrey Streets.

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Philadelphia Council Moves to Charge Intercity Buses for City Bus Stop Privileges

Intercity buses will be charged a fee for using bus loading zones and facilities in Philadelphia, with camera-based monitoring systems to enforce the new fee. A deal has been made with the city's Parking Authority for enforcement and collection of these fees.

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Catalytic Converter Thieves Banned in Philadelphia, Law Increases Metal Theft Penalties

Stealing catalytic converters from cars is now a crime in Philadelphia, punishable by increased penalties. The new law aims to combat metal thieves who profit from selling stolen car parts containing precious metals.

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City Council Votes to Redirect Traffic Flow on Busy Section of West Lippincott Street Near 23rd Street Intersection

This bill proposes to regulate traffic direction on a small section of West Lippincott Street between 22nd and 23rd Streets.

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Council Votes to Reverse One Way Traffic on Preston Street Between Spring Garden and Haverford Streets

This bill changes traffic direction on Preston Street between Spring Garden and Haverford Streets.

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Philadelphia City Council Unveils Plan to Restrict Traffic Flow on Gorgas Lane Section

This bill regulates traffic flow on a specific section of Gorgas Lane in Philadelphia.

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Philadelphia Drivers Forced to Clear Fire Hydrants or Face City Fines Daily

This bill makes it illegal to park a vehicle in front of a fire hydrant, and requires owners to move or immobilize their vehicles if they are parked in this way.

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Anchor Street Neighborhoods Get New Parking Rules to Enhance Traffic Flow and Safety

This bill establishes parking regulations in several Philadelphia neighborhoods to improve traffic flow and safety.

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Parking Regulations Established on Ludlow Street Block in Philadelphia

This bill establishes parking regulations on a specific block of Ludlow Street in Philadelphia.

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Philadelphia Council Votes Unanimously to Make Winona Street One Way East Bound

This bill makes Winona Street one-way from Laurens to Morris Streets, going eastbound.

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