Weekly recap
This week in Council
April 3 to April 9, 2026
Newly introduced
Most bills go to a committee next, which must hold a public hearing before Council can vote.
City Council Creates Certifying Process for Immigrants Victims of Crime Seeking Protection and Work Rights
Philadelphia City Council creates process for certifying immigrants who have been victims of crime, allowing them to apply for protection and work rights through the U-Visa or T-Visa programs. The new system includes guidelines for certification agencies to follow.
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City Council Eyes Zoning Shifts for Large Swath of Neighborhood Near Lippincott and 20th Streets Today
Philadelphia's zoning maps are being revised in a swath of neighborhood near Lippincott Street and 20th Streets, with proposed changes to land designations within the area bounded by Toronto Street and 22nd Street.
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Northeast Philly Neighborhoods Face Zoning Overhaul Amid Plans for Development Along Cottman Avenue Corridor
Zoning changes proposed for Northeast Philly areas along Cottman Avenue corridor as part of development plans. Councilmember Driscoll's legislation would alter land designations in specific neighborhoods.
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Councilors Expand Sidewalk Café Permits Across Philly Neighborhoods Including Broad Street and Girard Avenue Corridors
Philadelphia's Sidewalk Café Permits to Expand into New Areas Including Broad Street and Girard Avenue Corridors. The city will allow sidewalk cafes in additional locations, including areas around Broad Street and Girard Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.
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Ridge Avenue Neighborhood Zoning Rewrite Gets Underway Amid Community Concerns Over Development Spikes
City Council has introduced a bill to rewrite Ridge Avenue neighborhood zoning laws, changing land use classifications in areas bounded by several roads and the Montgomery County Line. The proposed changes are outlined in Maps "A" and "B".
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Spruce Street, 34th Street, Civic Center Boulevard, and University Avenue Zoning Changes Signed into Law
West Philly neighborhood near Lincoln Center is in line for a major zoning overhaul, with city council voting to change the designation of certain areas. The changes will be reflected on new maps submitted to council.
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Philadelphia Approves Pact with PAID to Foster Local Economic Growth Through Development Assistance Programs
Philadelphia City Council has approved a pact with the Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development to foster local economic growth through development assistance programs. The agreement includes a service fee and other costs related to promoting commercial development in the city.
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Fair Housing Commission Members Get Pay Raise in Philadelphia
City Council votes to immediately boost pay for Fair Housing Commissioners, amending their compensation and deleting unnecessary provisions in related codes. Changes affect the members of the Fair Housing Commission.
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Pennsylvania University Given Green Light to Revamp Two Iconic Campus Landmarks
University of Pennsylvania gets green light to revamp Class of 1920 Commons and Stuart Weitzman Theatre addition under amended Master Plan. The changes are detailed in attached Exhibits "A" and "B".
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