Legislation

City Conveys Two Parcels to Penn and Children's Hospital Group for Further Development

This bill allows the city to sell and lease back two properties in University City (near 34th St and Civic Center Blvd) to a new entity formed by the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for further development.

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University City Utilities Go Underground As City Council Votes to Restrict Above-Ground Infrastructure

Philadelphia's underground infrastructure is expanding as City Council votes to restrict aerial utility installations in University City. The new rule requires all new utilities be installed beneath the surface in the designated area.

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University City Towing Zones Now Open Weekdays from 7am-9am and Weekends from 9am-5pm.

Philadelphia residents and visitors to University City can expect changes to where and when their cars are towed, with new zones and restrictions set to take effect on major arteries near Drexel and Penn campuses.

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Cira Centre South Developer Secures Permission to Build Mixed-Use Development Near City Limits

Philadelphia Council Passes Bill Allowing Major Retailer to Open New Storefront on Bustling Chestnut Street; Proposed Starbucks location sparks debate among local business owners.

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