This week in Council

City Council Clears Path for Major Road Revamp on Trenton Avenue in Northeast Philly Neighborhoods

This bill revises the City Plan to remove Trenton Avenue from Clearfield Street to Allegheny Avenue.

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Philadelphia Council Moves to Cut Amber Street from Lehigh Avenue Map in Northeast Neighborhood Revision

Amber Street's disappearance from city maps could be official after council approval, sparking debate about whether its removal will also erase the street itself in Northeast Philly neighborhoods. Residents are divided on the issue.

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City Begins Negotiations to Remove Drainage Strip Along Tenth Street After Years of Plans

Long-Standing Controversy Over 13th and Market Parking Spaces to Finally Get Resolution A proposed bill would reduce the parking requirements at a high-traffic intersection, potentially leading to more on-street parking spots being freed up for commercial deliveries and residents alike. Business owners have long advocated for this change.

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Philadelphia to Enforce Two-Hour Parking on Specific City Streets

This bill establishes two-hour parking regulations on specific streets in Philadelphia, with varying hours and days of enforcement.

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City Council Gives Nod to PECO's Nonstandard Bollards on Busy South Philly Street Corner

A busy intersection in South Philly is about to get a makeover: the city council has greenlit PECO's plans to install unique bollards on Lombard Street, sparking concerns from local business owners and residents.

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Fishtown Brewpub Wins OK for Outdoor Café, Bringing More Seats and Buzz to Bustling Frankford Avenue Corridor

This bill allows Fishtown Brewpub to install and maintain an open-air sidewalk café at their location on Frankford Avenue in Philadelphia.

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Owner Granted Permission to Open Sidewalk Café on E. Lehigh Avenue

The City Council bill allows James Mahon to install and maintain an open-air sidewalk café at a specific address on E.

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Daloia Wins Okay to Build Stairway on Tulip Street Amid Some City Oversight Requirements

This bill allows Anthony Daloia to build an exterior stairway that slightly encroaches onto a nearby street, but must follow city regulations and remove it if requested by the city.

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Midvale Avenue Patio Given Reprieve Under Proposed City Council Legislation Guidelines

Long-time homeowners on Midvale Avenue may breathe a sigh of relief as a proposed city council measure aims to spare one of their cherished outdoor spaces from being demolished, citing neighborhood character and property rights.

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Council Votes to Enforce New Parking Restrictions in Four Busy Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Philadelphia drivers are in for a shake-up as city council votes to enforce new parking restrictions in four bustling neighborhoods, limiting the time residents and visitors can park on crowded streets. Affected areas include 16th and Oxford Streets, and Aspen Street near 23rd-25th Streets.

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Two-hour parking limits set on several Philadelphia streets to ease traffic congestion.

This bill establishes two-hour parking regulations on specific streets in Philadelphia, including Thompson Street, Crease Street, and Girard Avenue, to improve traffic flow and parking efficiency.

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University City Gets Its Own Designated Area for Sidewalk Vendors Starting This Spring

University City Small Business Owners Can Breathe Easier as New Regulations Streamline Permit Process for Food Vendors Philadelphia's new food vendor permit system reduces paperwork and costs for entrepreneurs, who must now only pay a one-time fee to operate in any district.

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Germantown Avenue Gets Green Light for New Farmers Market Location in Historic Area

This bill allows a farmers' market to be located on Germantown Avenue between East Church Lane and East School House Lane, under certain terms and conditions.

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Council Outlines New Parking Limits for Busy Streets Near Old York Road and Olney Avenue

Motorists navigating busy streets around Olney may soon face tighter parking restrictions as city council votes on limiting time spent on three crowded thoroughfares. Residents in those areas hope the changes will ease congestion and improve quality of life.

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Private Waste Bins Get Green Light for Sidewalk Placement Under New City Ordinance Rules

Philadelphia Homeowners May Soon Be Able to Park Cars on Street Without Moving Car Share Vehicles, Thanks to Proposed Council Bill The proposed measure would exempt vehicles parked by homeowners from car share company regulations, giving residents a break from sharing lanes with commercial vehicles.

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Parking Restrictions Imposed Near Penn Street and Kennedy Street, Mascher Street and Norris Street

Resident Fears Condemning Small Businesses as City Council Approves Measure to Ban Overnight Deliveries in Residential Neighborhoods, citing noise complaints and concerns about traffic safety.

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Esperanza Health Wins Approval for Patio Expansion at Busy East Allegheny Avenue Location

Philadelphia's Historic Districts Face Tighter Zoning Controls as Council Votes to Restrict New Construction Permits The measure aims to preserve the city's historic character by limiting large-scale developments in protected neighborhoods, drawing concerns from developers and business owners.

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Zoning Changes Set to Sweep Through Northeast Philly Neighborhoods Bounded by Parker Avenue and Ridge Avenue

This bill changes the zoning designation of certain areas in Philadelphia bounded by Parker Avenue, Ridge Avenue, Cinnaminson Street, and Mitchell Street.

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Newsstands Banned on North Side of Arch Street Between 18th and 19th Streets

This bill prohibits newsstands on the north side of Arch Street between 18th and 19th Streets in Philadelphia.

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33rd Street Parking Rule Changes: City Council Approves Restrictions Between Haverford and Wallace Streets Daily

This bill establishes a new parking regulation on 33rd Street between Haverford Avenue and Wallace Street, allowing for two-hour parking during weekdays except Sundays.

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Spring Garden Street Parking Time Limit Enacted on North Side of Philadelphia

This bill establishes a 2-hour parking time limit on Spring Garden Street, between 34th and 33rd streets, from 8am to 6:30pm, Monday through Friday.

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Philadelphia Implements Two-Hour Parking Limitations Along Several Streets Including Locust and 57th Streets

This bill establishes two-hour parking restrictions on certain streets in Philadelphia: Locust Street between 46th and 47th Streets, 46th Street between Larchwood Avenue and Cedar Avenue, and 57th Street between Chestnut and Walnut Streets.

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Sewer Construction Authorized on Knox Street for Public Service

Philadelphia residents living along Knox Street are one step closer to ditching their septic systems after City Council gave the green light for a new sewer line to be built, but commuters may face temporary traffic delays during construction.

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Philadelphia Property Owner Given Reprieve on Garage Extension That Overhangs Public Sidewalk on South Street

South Philly Residents to Face Higher Parking Fines as City Council Votes on Proposal to Quadruple Penalties for Overnight and Weekend Parking in Residential Areas Residents in many South Philadelphia neighborhoods may soon face stiffer penalties for parking their cars overnight or on weekends in residential areas.

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Building Bok LP Approves South 9th Street Loading Dock Extension Project

This bill allows Building Bok LP to build a loading dock extension at 1901 South 9th Street in Philadelphia, subject to certain conditions and regulations.

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Philadelphia Zoning Maps Undergo Major Overhaul as City Council Targets South Philly Neighborhood Boundaries

A proposed city council measure would redraw South Philly's neighborhood lines, changing zoning designations for dozens of properties near the intersection of 52nd and Woodbine Streets in a move that's sparked concerns about gentrification.

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Zoning Changes Proposed for Swath of Northwest Philadelphia from Parkside to Merion Avenues

This bill changed the zoning designation for certain areas in a specific neighborhood bounded by Parkside Avenue, Belmont Avenue, Girard Avenue, Merion Avenue, and 52nd Street.

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Restaurant Owner Given Reprieve On Wood Deck And Ramp At Popular Rising Sun Avenue Eatery

This bill allows a restaurant owner to keep an existing wood deck and ramp at their property on Rising Sun Avenue, with specific requirements for maintenance and compliance with city regulations.

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City Crews Break Ground on Long-Awaited Sewer Upgrade for Troubled Block of Trinity Street

This bill authorizes the construction of a sewer and appurtenant work on a portion of Trinity Street to provide public sewer service.

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Temple University Zoning Overhaul Underway as City Council Proposes Broad Changes in North Philly Neighborhoods

This bill makes changes to the zoning laws in a specific area of Philadelphia bounded by Broad Street, Master Street, 13th Street, Girard Avenue, Watts Street, and Thompson Street.

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Truck Parking Prohibited on Weikel Street Between Tioga and Ontario Streets

South Philly residents rejoice as new parking restrictions take effect on Weikel Street, but owners of local businesses worry about lost parking options for employees.

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Trucks Banned from Sides of Elmwood Avenue in South Philadelphia

Residents along Elmwood Avenue are cheering a new proposal aimed at ending the traffic nightmare caused by double-parked trucks, which can leave narrow streets congested and impassable for emergency vehicles.

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City Revises Official Map, Axes Harner Street to Make Way for Sewer Right-of-Way Through Northeast Philadelphia Neighborhood

Residents in Northeast Philly's Castor Gardens neighborhood are fighting back against plans to erase their street, Harner, to make way for a massive sewer system overhaul that could bring relief from frequent flooding. Some homeowners have already begun to question the city's motives.

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Philadelphia Zoning Regs Overhauled on Market Street as Council Votes to Redraw Retail Overlay District Boundaries

This bill modifies the zoning regulations in Center City Philadelphia by adjusting the boundaries of the Market Street East Retail Area and adding new sign regulations.

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City Council Proposes Loosening Grip on Business Tax Burden with Extended Net Operating Loss Carryover

Small businesses in Philadelphia could soon breathe easier under new proposals that would give them more time to recover from financial setbacks, potentially saving thousands of dollars in back taxes owed to the city.

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North Philly Council Votes to Create New IMA Zoning District to Spur Industrial Growth and Development

South Philly Small Businesses Face Uncertainty as Proposed 5-Day Parking Minimum Sparks Heated Debate Over Resident vs. Business Needs. The proposed parking requirement would require many businesses to reserve five parking spots for employees, sparking concerns about lost revenue and increased competition for already limited on-street parking in the area.

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Philadelphia City Council Moves to Redraw Zoning Lines Along Bustling Castor Avenue Corridor

This bill amends the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land within a specific area bounded by several streets and highways.

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Neighborhood to be redefined by changing zoning for streets bounded by Powelton Avenue, 38th Street, Filbert Street, and Sloan Street.

This bill proposes to change the zoning designation for certain areas of land in a specific neighborhood, bounded by Powelton Avenue, 38th Street, Filbert Street, and Sloan Street.

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Trucks Banned from Parking Along Darnell Road Between Decatur and Dutton Streets in New City Ordinance

This bill bans truck parking on both sides of Darnell Road between Decatur and Dutton Roads, with tow-away regulations in place.

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Philadelphia City Council Approves Lease Agreement for Portion of John F. Kennedy Center Space on Broad Street

City workers are set to take over a chunk of the John F. Kennedy Behavioral Health Center's Broad Street space, sparking questions about how the arrangement will affect local residents and businesses.

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