Philadelphia City Council / Committee on Rules

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, May 22, 2023, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

230276 An Ordinance to approve a major amendment to the Holy Family University Master Plan related to the Welcome Center and an athletic fields structure in the area bounded by Grant Avenue, Frankford Avenue, Carteret Drive, Saint Denis Drive (extended), the Poquessing Creek, and the Delaware Expressway and to consolidate previously-approved minor amendments in the same area.

230302 An Ordinance to approve a major amendment to the Saint Joseph’s University Master Plan related to a proposed Residence Hall and Student Center and the addition of six existing buildings to the Master Plan and to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land, all in the area bounded by City Avenue, 52nd Street, Woodbine Avenue, Wynnefield Avenue, Overbrook Avenue, Upland Way, and Drexel Road.

230308 An Ordinance amending Section 14-502 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District,” by amending the South Street/ Head House Square Area, all under certain terms and conditions.

230318 An Ordinance to amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Chapter 14-500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/EOD, East Poplar Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

230319 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising Section 14-524, entitled “/FDO, Fourth District Overlay District,” to extend the boundaries of certain areas, all under certain terms and conditions.

230322 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” to modify the area subject to Section 14-534, entitled the “/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

230323 An Ordinance amending Section 14-533 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/MIN, Mixed Income Neighborhoods Overlay District,” to create a mechanism for satisfying certain use standards related to the construction of affordable housing in the portion of the MIN Overlay District located in the Third Councilmanic District, all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, March 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

220940
An Ordinance continuing the Roxborough Neighborhood Improvement District beyond its termination date in an area that generally includes both sides of Ridge Avenue from Main Street beginning with 5122 Ridge Avenue to 7220 Ridge Avenue and certain blocks of streets that intersect that portion of Ridge Avenue; continuing the designation of the Roxborough Development Corporation, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with the Roxborough Development Corporation relating to the District; and authorizing the Roxborough Development Corporation to assess property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

230007
An Ordinance amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District” and amending Section 14-533 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/MIN, Mixed Income Neighborhoods Overlay District,” to expand the applicable areas of each district in the vicinity of Market Street between 54th Street and 63rd Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

230080
An Ordinance continuing a neighborhood improvement district, known as the Northern Liberties Business Improvement District ("District"), in an area that generally includes both sides of North 2nd Street from the north side of Callowhill Street to the south side of Girard Avenue, both sides of North 3rd Street from Spring Garden Street to the south side of Wildey Street, Spring Garden Street from North 2nd Street to the eastern side of North 5th Street, and certain blocks of streets that intersect portions of these streets; designating the Northern Liberties Business Improvement District, Inc., which has organized itself as a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with the Northern Liberties Business Improvement District, Inc., relating to the District; and authorizing the Northern Liberties Business Improvement District, Inc. to assess property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

230107
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 63rd Street, Callowhill Street, Felton Street and Vine Street.

230132
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code (“Use Regulations”) to clarify that the sale of marijuana for recreational use is not included in the Medical Marijuana Dispensary use category, under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 28, 2023, at 10:00 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

220941
An Ordinance approving a new plan, estimated costs and proposed method of charges of the City Avenue Special Services District for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to portions of the City Avenue area of the City of Philadelphia and Township of Lower Merion.

220973
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 17th Street, Indiana Avenue, Broad Street, and Glenwood Avenue.

221015
An Ordinance amending Title 19 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Finance, Taxes and Collections,” to incentivize Affordable Housing development by authorizing tax exemptions pursuant to the Affordable Housing Unit Tax Exemption Act, all under certain terms and conditions.

230001
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning,” by defining and clarifying certain definitions, all under certain terms and conditions.

230034
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Haverford Avenue, 44th Street, Belmont Avenue, Girard Avenue, and 40th Street.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at 10:00 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

220843
An Ordinance amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

220846
An Ordinance approving the plan, estimated costs and proposed method of assessment and charges of the Center City District (the "Authority") for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to the central business district of the City of Philadelphia for 2023-2027; amending an Ordinance (Bill No. 1069, approved November 2, 1990, as amended by Bill No. 960631, approved November 25, 1996, as further amended by Bill No. 120800, approved December 21, 2012, and as further amended by Bill No. 170927, approved December 20, 2017) adopted pursuant to the "Municipality Authorities Act of 1945," P.L. 382, as amended (the "Act"); and approving estimated costs for debt service through 2045; all under certain terms and conditions.

220913
An Ordinance amending Section 14-504(11) of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/NCO Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District (11) Strawberry Mansion,” all under certain terms and conditions.

220915
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-400 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Base Zoning Districts,” and Chapter 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Use Regulations,” by revising provisions related to Utilities and Services and Water Treatment Facilities, all under certain terms and conditions.

220916
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Queen Lane, Wissahickon Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard (Extended), and Henry Avenue, and to authorize Basic Utilities and Services in a section of Fairmount Park.

220917
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by City Avenue, Stout Road, Monument Road, and Belmont Avenue, and to authorize Basic Utilities and Services in a section of Fairmount Park.

220918
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-500 of the Philadelphia Zoning Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating a new subsection, entitled “Cobbs Creek Golf Course Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

220919
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designation of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Henry Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard Extension, Scotts Lane, and Indian Queen Lane.

220921
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending Section 14-534, entitled “/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District,” and by making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 to hear testimony on the following items:

220418
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

220769
An Ordinance authorizing Animal Husbandry Use on a certain location within an area bounded by Reservoir Drive, Fountain Green Drive, Kelly Drive, Girard Avenue, and 33rd Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

220776
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cottman Avenue, the Montgomery County Line, the Bucks County Line, Interstate 95, Grant Avenue, and Roosevelt Boulevard.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at 10:00 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following item:

220634
An Ordinance establishing a neighborhood improvement district, to be known as the North Broad Business Improvement District (“District”), in an area that generally includes both sides of North Broad Street from the north side of Spring Garden Street to the south side of Indiana Avenue (excluding the 2700-2900 blocks on the west side of the street), beginning with 510 North Broad Street, and continuing to 2929 North Broad Street; it also includes 1300 Fairmount Avenue, 1406 Ridge Avenue, 1408 Ridge Avenue, 1363 W. Seltzer Street, 1361 W. Silver Street, and 1362 W. Silver Street; designating North Broad Renaissance (the legal name of which is Avenue North Renaissance, Inc.), which has organized itself as a Pennsylvania non-profit corporation, as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a plan for and report concerning the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with North Broad Renaissance relating to the District; and authorizing North Broad Renaissance to assess property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on
Wednesday, June 15, 2022 to hear testimony on the following items:

200118
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and
Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Chapter 14-700, entitled “Development
Standards,” by revising bulk and massing controls within CMX-4 and CMX-5 zoning
districts, all under certain terms and conditions.

220007
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, “Overlay
Zoning Districts,” by amending a section as proposed to be added by Bill No. 210778,
entitled the “/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District” to add certain
areas, within the area bounded by Haverford Avenue, 38th Street, Walnut Street and
46th Street, to the district and making other changes, all under certain terms and
conditions.

220323
An Ordinance amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/TOD,
Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District,” to designate additional
Transit-Oriented Development Transit Stations, all under certain terms and conditions.

220338
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and
Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Section 14-524, entitled “/FDO, Fourth
District Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

220357
An Ordinance to approve amendments to the Temple University Master Plan in the
area bounded by Montgomery Avenue, 13th Street, Polett Walk and 12th Street,
related to the new College of Health building at 1801-59 North 13th Street.

220358
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and
Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Section 14-503, “/NCA, Neighborhood
Commercial Area Overlay District,” related to the Ridge Avenue /NCA district and by
making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

220363
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning
designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by South Street,
the Schuylkill River, 34th Street, University Avenue, Civic Center Boulevard, and
Health Sciences Drive; and to approve amendments to the University of Pennsylvania
Master Plan in the area bounded by South Street, the Schuylkill River, 34th Street,
University Avenue, Civic Center Boulevard, and Health Sciences Drive, related to the
proposed Ott Center building at 2910 South Street and other previously approved
minor amendments.

220414
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and
Planning,” by revising and clarifying certain landscaping requirements and provisions
and making related technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.
220417 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and
Planning,” by revising Section 14-303(11A), entitled “Registered Community
Organizations,” by establishing a fund to be used by Registered Community
Organizations to obtain legal representation for hearings and appeals before the Zoning
Board of Adjustments, all under certain terms and conditions.

220445
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning
designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cottman
Avenue, Oxford Avenue, Tyson Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue, Glenview Street,
Bingham Street, Kerper Street, Rising Sun Avenue, Unruh Avenue, Martins Mill Road,
City Boundary, and Hasbrook Avenue.

220446
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and
Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Section 14-520, entitled “/NDO, Ninth
District Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

220449
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning
designation of a certain area of land located within an area bounded by 39th Street,
Ludlow Street, 40th Street, and Market Street; to amend other rules related to zoning
and approving a Master Plan for the site bounded by the forementioned area; and
making related changes to various provisions of Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code,
entitled “Zoning and Planning,” and making technical changes, all under certain terms
and conditions.

220450
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning
designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Woodland
Avenue, 49th Street, Grays Avenue, and 54th Street.

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The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, June 13, 2022, at 10:00 AM, to hear testimony on the following items:

200118
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Chapter 14-700, entitled “Development Standards,” by revising bulk and massing controls within CMX-4 and CMX-5 zoning districts, all under certain terms and conditions.

220007
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code entitled, “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending a section as proposed to be added by Bill No. 210778, entitled the “/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District” to add certain areas, within the area bounded by Haverford Avenue, 38th Street, Walnut Street and 46th Street, to the district and making other changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

220120
An Ordinance continuing the Mt. Airy Business Improvement District beyond its termination date, in an area that generally includes both sides of Germantown Avenue from 6300 to 7631 and certain blocks of streets that intersect that portion of Germantown Avenue and for which the Mt. Airy Improvement District, Inc., a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, is the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a final plan and report for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with the Mt. Airy Improvement District, Inc. relating to the District; and authorizing the Mt. Airy Improvement District, Inc. to assess certain property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved final plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

220323
An Ordinance amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District,” to designate additional Transit-Oriented Development Transit Stations, all under certain terms and conditions.

220338
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Section 14-524, entitled “/FDO, Fourth District Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

220357
An Ordinance to approve amendments to the Temple University Master Plan in the area bounded by Montgomery Avenue, 13th Street, Polett Walk and 12th Street, related to the new College of Health building at 1801-59 North 13th Street.

220358
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Section 14-503, “/NCA, Neighborhood Commercial Area Overlay District,” related to the Ridge Avenue /NCA district and by making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

220363
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by South Street, the Schuylkill River, 34th Street, University Avenue, Civic Center Boulevard, and Health Sciences Drive; and to approve amendments to the University of Pennsylvania Master Plan in the area bounded by South Street, the Schuylkill River, 34th Street, University Avenue, Civic Center Boulevard, and Health Sciences Drive, related to the proposed Ott Center building at 2910 South Street and other previously approved minor amendments.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, April 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

210933 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Snyder Avenue, Weccacoe Avenue, Wolf Street and Swanson Street.

220112 An Ordinance adopting an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the Manayunk Special Services District of Philadelphia to extend the term of that Authority; all under certain terms and conditions.

220113 An Ordinance approving a new plan, estimated costs and proposed method of assessment of the Manayunk Special Services District for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to the Manayunk business district of the City of Philadelphia.

220224 An Ordinance to approve amendments to the Drexel University Master Plan in the area bounded by 34th Street, Cherry Street, 33rd Street, and Powelton Avenue, related to the Kelly Hall building at 203 N 34th Street.

220298 An Ordinance to approve amendments to the Jefferson Torresdale Hospital Master Plan related to a new Proton Therapy Center building at 10800 Knights Road.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at 10:00 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

210363 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Broad Street, Erie Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, Wissahickon Avenue, Railroad Right of Way, Clarissa Street, Juniata Street, Germantown Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, and Roosevelt Boulevard.

210807 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Penn Street, Morris Street, Coulter Street, and Priscilla Street.

210829 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Section 14 502, entitled “/ CTR, Center City Overlay District,” to create a new subarea of the Old City Residential District, all under certain terms and conditions.

210933 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Snyder Avenue, Weccacoe Avenue, Wolf Street and Swanson Street.

210957 An Ordinance to approve amendments to the University of Pennsylvania Master Plan in the area bounded by Walnut Street, 34th Street, Spruce Street, and 40th Street, related to the Graduate School of Education building at 3700 Walnut Street.

220005 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Girard Avenue, 54th Street, Westminster Avenue, Haverford Avenue and 56th Street.

220076 An Ordinance authorizing the Philadelphia Housing Authority to acquire fee simple title to certain properties located in the vicinity of 9th Street to the east, 11th Street to the west, Cumberland Street to the north, and Susquehanna Avenue to the south, under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at 2:00 PM to hear testimony on the following items:

210899 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 1000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Historic Preservation,” to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties in the area bounded by Henry Avenue, Roxborough Avenue, Silverwood Street, and Fountain Street; all under certain terms and conditions.

210922 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Fountain Street, Umbria Street, Paoli Avenue, Ridge Avenue, Livezey Street, Valley Avenue, and Henry Avenue.

210926 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Crispin Street, Willits Road, Academy Road, and Frankford Avenue.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, November 22, 2021, at 10:00 AM, to hear testimony on the following items:

210683 An Ordinance continuing the Philadelphia Hospitality Improvement Levy District (the “District”), a business improvement district encompassing certain existing and future hotel properties within the boundaries of the City of Philadelphia (the “City”), and continuing the Philadelphia Hospitality Improvement Levy District Corporation (“PHiL DC”) to serve as the neighborhood improvement district management association for the District; approving a new plan for the District, including a list of proposed programs and services related to the development and promotion of the hotel and tourism industry in the City and County of Philadelphia and their estimated cost; providing for special assessment fees to be levied on eligible hotel property owners within the District to fund such programs and services; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with PHiL DC relating to the District; and reauthorizing PHiL DC to assess eligible property owners within the District and collect or cause to be collected special assessment fees to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

210686 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, 9th Street, Locust Street, and 10th Street.

210689 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Old York Road, Broad Street, and 65th Avenue.

210744 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Germania Street, Arendell Avenue, Delaware Avenue, and Linden Avenue.

210771 An Ordinance authorizing the Water Commissioner, on behalf of the City, to enter into an agreement between the City and the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (“PRA”) for the PRA to act as the City’s agent to include and incorporate Philadelphia Water Department identified green stormwater infrastructure projects (the "Stormwater Infrastructure") in certain construction and improvement projects in and around the City on properties owned by the City (the "City Projects"), including, with the prior written consent and approval of the District Council Person where the Rebuild Project is located, those projects arising out of the City's "Rebuilding Community Infrastructure" or "Rebuild" Program, and on properties owned by the PRA ("PRA Projects") (the City Projects and PRA Projects, together, the "Construction Projects") from the design phase to construction completion in an efficient manner, under certain terms and conditions.

210861 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain portions of land located within an area bounded by Berks Street, Memphis Street, Wilt Street, and Tulip Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

210863 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Huntingdon Street, Howard Street, Susquehanna Avenue, American Street, Jefferson Street, and 6th Street.

210865 An Ordinance amending Section 14 514 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/FNE, Far Northeast Overlay District,” to prohibit eligibility for floor area, height, and dwelling unit bonuses and to increase minimum parking requirements, all under certain terms and conditions.


210869 An Ordinance amending Section 14 525 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/SNM, South Ninth Street Market Overlay District,” to clarify existing provisions, all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, November 15, 2021, at 10:00 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

210633 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/MIH, Mixed Income Neighborhoods Overlay District”; by revising certain provisions of Chapter 14 702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, an

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at 10:00 AM, to hear testimony on the following items:

210808 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Oxford Avenue, Shelmire Avenue, Rising Sun Avenue (extended), Solly Avenue (extended), the County Line, Borbeck Avenue, Hasbrook Avenue, and Hartel Avenue.

210549 An Ordinance approving an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the City Avenue Special Services District of Philadelphia and Lower Merion to extend the term of existence of the District to December 31, 2042.

210634 An Ordinance to amend the Master Plan for the University of Pennsylvania by areas of land located within an area bounded by Guardian Drive, East Service Drive, Civic Center Boulevard, 34th Street, 33rd Street, Walnut Street, the Schuylkill River, 34th Street, and University Avenue.

210637 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14 800, entitled “Parking and Loading,” pertaining to parking requirements for uses in historically designated properties, all under certain terms and conditions.

210638 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 11th Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, to amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14 531, entitled "/SMH, South Philadelphia Municipal Hub Overlay District,” and making other related changes, and approving the Residential Mixed Use 2 District (RMX 2) Master Plan for the site generally bounded by 11th Street, Reed Street, 12th Street, and Wharton Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

210667 An Ordinance amending Section 14 529 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District,” to prohibit certain bonuses, all under certain terms and conditions.

210668 An Ordinance amending Section 14 504 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by expanding the existing Strawberry Mansion /NCO area to include an area bounded by Lehigh Avenue, 29th Street, and Sedgley Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.

210686 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, 9th Street, Locust Street, and 10th Street.

210687 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Trenton Avenue, Cambria Street, Tulip Street, and William Street.

210741 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of a certain area of land located within an area bounded by 20th Street, Arch Street, Cuthbert Street and 21st Street; all under certain terms and conditions.

210742 An Ordinance amending Section 14 502 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District”, by amending certain height regulations and creating bulk and massing controls within the Benjamin Franklin Parkway Area, under certain terms and conditions.

210778 An Ordinance to amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code by adding Section 14 532, entitled the “/AHP, Affordable Housing Preservation Overlay District” and making other related changes; to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 39th Street, Ludlow Street, 40th Street, and Market Street; and to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties within the aforementioned area; all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at 9:30 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

210361 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," to revise certain provisions of Section 14 504, entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

210445 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising and consolidating provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending Section 14 524, entitled “/FDO, Fourth District Overlay District,” and Section 14 527, entitled “/WYN, Wynnefield District Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

210446 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 600, entitled “Use Regulations,” by amending use standards for historically designated properties and making related changes; all under certain terms and conditions.

210449 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising a table within Section 14 701, Dimensional Standards, all under certain terms and conditions.
210467 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cecil B. Moore Avenue, 20th Street, Oxford Street, and 21st Street.

210468 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Thompson Street (extended), 6th Street, Girard Avenue, Percy Street, Harper Street, and 13th Street and to amend Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/GAO, Girard Avenue Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

210469 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending the /NCP North Central Philadelphia Overlay District, all under certain terms and conditions.

210470 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Signs,” by providing for new sign controls, entitled “1900 Market Street Digital Display Sign Regulations”; all under certain terms and conditions.

210471 An Ordinance authorizing non accessory parking on the premises located at 4422 24 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, all under certain terms and conditions.

210473 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 1000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Historic Preservation,” to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties in the area of Christian Street between Broad and 20th Streets, all under certain terms and conditions.

210474 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising certain provisions of Section 14 702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Housing Unit Density Bonuses”; and by making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210479 An Ordinance to amend the Master Plan for the University of Pennsylvania by areas of land located within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 33rd Street, Ludlow Street, and 34th Street.

210480 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Civic Center Boulevard, University Avenue, Spruce Street, and 34th Street.

210482 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 500 of the Philadelphia Zoning Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating a new section, entitled “/HHC, Heliport Hazard Control Overlay District,” and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210483 An Ordinance amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Allegheny Avenue, Collins Street, Westmoreland Street, and Tulip Street; all under certain terms and conditions.

210484 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Broad Street, Erie Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, Wissahickon Avenue, Railroad Right of Way, Clarissa Street, Juniata Street, Germantown Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, and Roosevelt Boulevard.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, May 25, 2021, at 9:30 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200713 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Lehigh Avenue, Frankford Avenue, Master Street and 6th Street.

210081 An Ordinance amending Chapter 9 3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability;” Section A 906, entitled “Property License Fees;” Chapter 14 604, entitled “Accessory Uses and Structures;” and Chapter 19 2400, entitled “Hotel Room Rental Tax,” to add and revise provisions related to the use of properties for limited lodging and hotel purposes and to the collection of hotel rental taxes in connection therewith; all under certain terms and conditions.

210204 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cottman Avenue, Milnor Street, Princeton Avenue, and the Delaware River.

210225 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending Section 14 502, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District” by establishing and adding a new subarea within the Broad Street Area, entitled “South Broad Street Gateway” and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210362 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Section 14 502, entitled “/ CTR, Center City Overlay District,” to create the “Mid Walnut Street Area,” all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, April 19, 2021, at 10:00 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200348 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/WCS, West Chestnut Street Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

200713 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Lehigh Avenue, Frankford Avenue, Master Street and 6th Street.

210081 An Ordinance amending Chapter 9 3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability;” Section A 906, entitled “Property License Fees;” Chapter 14 604, entitled “Accessory Uses and Structures;” and Chapter 19 2400, entitled “Hotel Room Rental Tax,” to add and revise provisions related to the use of properties for limited lodging and hotel purposes and to the collection of hotel rental taxes in connection therewith; all under certain terms and conditions.

210159 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 600, entitled “Use Regulations,” by amending the Retail Sales Use Category and Use Specific Standards; all under certain terms and conditions.

210207 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cottman Avenue, the Montgomery County Line, the Bucks County Line, Interstate 95, Grant Avenue, and Roosevelt Boulevard.

210225 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending Section 14 502, entitled “/CTR, Center City Overlay District” by establishing and adding a new subarea within the Broad Street Area, entitled “South Broad Street Gateway” and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210228 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Spruce Street, 5th Street, South Street, and 8th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

210246 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain portions of the land located within an area bounded by Delaware Expressway, Richmond Street, Lewis Street, Delaware Avenue, and Castor Avenue all under certain terms and conditions.

210247 An Ordinance amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 63rd Street, Lansdowne Avenue, Felton Street, Haddington Lane, Edgewood Street, Lansdowne Avenue, 54th Street, Girard Avenue, 59th Street, and Callowhill Street.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at 2:30 PM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200628
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210075
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210078
An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by revising and clarifying certain provisions and making technical changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

210081
An Ordinance amending Chapter 9 3900 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Property Licenses and Owner Accountability;” Section A 906, entitled “Property License Fees;” Chapter 14 604, entitled “Accessory Uses and Structures;” and Chapter 19 2400, entitled “Hotel Room Rental Tax,” to add and revise provisions related to the use of properties for limited lodging and hotel purposes and to the collection of hotel rental taxes in connection therewith; all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 1, 2020, at 9:30 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200516 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by creating an overlay district entitled “/WYN, Wynnefield Overlay District,” to include certain areas of land within the area bounded by City Avenue, Bryn Mawr Avenue, Parkside Avenue, 53rd Street, Jefferson Street, Upland Way, and Drexel Road, under certain terms and conditions.

200576 An Ordinance amending Section 14 513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “/NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District,” by revising and clarifying certain provisions, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

200577 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 200, entitled “Definitions” and Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending the provisions of the /WWO Wissahickon Watershed Overlay; all under certain terms and conditions.

200592 An Ordinance amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within the area bounded by Wissahickon Avenue, Hunting Park Avenue, Fox Street, and Roberts Avenue.

200594 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 500 of the Philadelphia Zoning Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating a new subsection, entitled “Multi Modal Logistics Center Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

200601 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/HVO, Haverford Village Overlay District”; and amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wallace Street, 36th Street, Mount Vernon Street, and 37th Street.

200602 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by amending certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/TSO, 30th Street Overlay District”; by revising certain provisions of Section 14 702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Housing Unit Density Bonuses”; and amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 30th Street, Walnut Street, and 31st Lower Level Street.

200604 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designation of certain areas of the land located within an area bounded by Byberry Road, Woodhaven Road, the Poquessing Creek, and adjacent land south of Franklin Mills Circle.

200613 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning” by creating a new Strawberry Mansion /NCO bounded by Lehigh Avenue, 29th Street, Sedgley Avenue, Montgomery Avenue, Conrail Right Of Way, Oxford Street, and 33rd Street, under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, November 16, 2020, at 9:30 AM to hear testimony on the following items:

200416 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Buckius Street (extended), the Delaware River, Orthodox Street (extended), and Richmond Street.

200571 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Diamond Street, 11th Street, Norris Street, and Marvine Street.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, October 19, 2020, at 9:30 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200389 An Ordinance continuing the Mayfair Business Improvement District beyond its termination date, in an area that generally includes both sides of Frankford Avenue from the north side of Harbison Avenue to the south side of Sheffield Street and certain blocks of streets that intersect that portion of Frankford Avenue and for which the Mayfair Business Improvement District, Inc., a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, is the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with Mayfair Business Improvement District, Inc. relating to the District; and authorizing Mayfair Business Improvement District, Inc. to assess property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

200416 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Buckius Street (extended), the Delaware River, Orthodox Street (extended), and Richmond Street.

200417 An Ordinance amending Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “The Building Construction and Occupancy Code,” and Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by adding disclosure requirements with respect to certain applications, permits, and notices, all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Thursday, October 1, 2020, at 2:30 PM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200349 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/AME, American Street Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 22, 2020, at 9:30 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200018 An Ordinance amending Title 21 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Miscellaneous,” by adding a new Chapter 21 3200, entitled “Business Improvement Districts and Special Services Districts,” to establish uniform procedures for the filing of objections by affected property owners against the formation of Business Improvement Districts and Special Services Districts, all under certain terms and conditions.

200094 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Section 14 500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by modifying the /CTR, Center City Overlay District, Society Hill Area to create additional standards concerning height, parking, signs, and special reviews, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

200095 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, Front Street, South Street, and 8th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

200144 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain portions of land located within an area bounded by Oxford Street, 19th Street, Poplar Street and 27th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

200160 An Ordinance amending Section 14 203 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Definitions,” by adding a definition for “Site Clearing,” further amending Section 14 704, entitled “Open Space and Natural Resources,” by making technical changes to regulations regarding development on steep slopes, and amending Title 4 Subcode “A” of the Philadelphia Building Code, all under certain terms and conditions.

200161 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Main Street, Ridge Avenue, Wissahickon Creek, the Schuylkill River, and Osborn Street (extended).

200260 An Ordinance amending Title 4, Subcode “A” of the Philadelphia Building Code, to revise certain provisions of Chapter 3, Permits, and amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 300, entitled “Administration and Procedures,” by amending the terms and conditions of Administrative Review; all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 17, 2020, at 9:30 AM, in a remote manner using Microsoft® Teams to hear testimony on the following items:

200160 An Ordinance amending Section 14 203 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Definitions,” by adding a definition for “Site Clearing,” further amending Section 14 704, entitled “Open Space and Natural Resources,” by making technical changes to regulations regarding development on steep slopes, and amending Title 4 Subcode “A” of the Philadelphia Building Code, all under certain terms and conditions.

200183 An Ordinance approving the ninth amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the Point Breeze Urban Renewal Area, being the area generally bounded by Washington avenue, S. Twenty fifth street, Reed street, the rear property lines of the 1400 and 1500 blocks of S. Taylor street, Tasker street, S. 25th street, Moore street and S. Broad street, including the ninth amendment to the urban renewal plan, which provides, inter alia, for changes that would make it consistent with the Point Breeze Redevelopment Area Plan and generally consistent with the most recent Comprehensive Plan approved by the City Planning Commission of the City of Philadelphia.

200260 An Ordinance amending Title 4, Subcode “A” of the Philadelphia Building Code, to revise certain provisions of Chapter 3, Permits, and amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 300, entitled “Administration and Procedures,” by amending the terms and conditions of Administrative Review; all under certain terms and conditions.

200346 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 56th Street, Arch Street, Conestoga Street, and Market Street.

200348 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/WCS, West Chestnut Street Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

200349 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/AME, American Street Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

200350 An Ordinance amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Norris Street, American Street, Berks Street, and 3rd Street; and amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to amend certain provisions of Chapter 14 500, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by creating the “/BNA, Berks and American Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

City of Philadelphia

Public Hearing Notice

February 4, 2020

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, February 26, 2020, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

200009 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 905, entitled “Non Accessory Signs,” by adding a new subsection to permit an advertising sign under certain terms and conditions.

200013 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Morris Street, 26th Street, Moore Street, and 27th Street.

200019 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending Section 14 514, entitled “/FNE, Far Northeast Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

200094 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Section 14 500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by modifying the /CTR, Center City Overlay District, Society Hill Area to create additional standards concerning height, parking, signs, and special reviews, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

200095 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, Front Street, South Street, and 8th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

Immediately following the public hearing, a meeting of the Committee on Rules, open to the public, will be held to consider the action to be taken on the above listed items.

Copies of the foregoing items are available in the Office of the Chief Clerk of the Council, Room 402, City Hall.

Michael A. Decker
Chief Clerk

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Wednesday, December 4, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

190553 An Ordinance establishing a new Chapter 17 2300 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Community Benefits Agreements,” and requiring Community Benefits Agreements for certain High Impact Projects or Development Projects that receive City Support or Financial Assistance; all under certain terms and conditions.

190859 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14 702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Housing Unit Density Bonuses,” by amending the provisions for Mixed Income Housing; all under certain terms and conditions.

190866 An Ordinance amending Subcode A of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Administrative Code," and Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions concerning building permits in the /NCO, Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

190889 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Spring Garden Street, Lancaster Avenue, 38th Street, Hamilton Street, and 31st Street.

190890 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 45th Street, Ludlow Street, and 46th Street.

190891 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Spruce Street, 34th Street, Civic Center Boulevard, and University Avenue.

190893 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ogden Street, 40th Street, Parrish Street, and Preston Street.

190894 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Locust Street, 49th Street, Baltimore Avenue, and 58th Street.

190895 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cedar Avenue, Baltimore Avenue, and 47th Street.

190897 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Haverford Avenue, 42nd Street, Powelton Avenue, Market Street, and 46th Street.

190898 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cobbs Creek, Baltimore Avenue, 49th Street, Grays Avenue, 58th Street, Springfield Avenue, and Cobbs Creek Parkway.

190902 An Ordinance amending the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 22nd Street, Market Street, 21st Street, and Ludlow Street.

190913 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by further providing with respect to uses permitted or prohibited in Commercial Districts, all under certain terms and conditions.

190914 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14 500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Overlay Zoning Districts,” by amending Section 14 514, entitled “/FNE, Far Northeast Overlay District,” all under certain terms and conditions.

190916 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Walnut Street, Front Street, South Street, and 8th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

190917 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Broad Street, Snyder Avenue, 7th Street and Oregon Avenue.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

180284 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by University Avenue, Schuylkill Expressway Ramp, 34th Street, Schuylkill River, Grays Ferry Avenue, and Railroad Right of Way, all under certain terms and conditions.

190382 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” by providing that no variance shall be granted to permit the multi family use of a property located in certain defined Single Family Preservation Districts, under certain terms and conditions.

190451 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Washington Avenue, 25th Street, Kimball Street, and 24th Street.

190638 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Cedar Avenue, 52nd Street, Locust Street, and 46th Street.

190718 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Upsal Street, Ardleigh Street, Washington Lane, the SEPTA Chestnut Hill East Railroad Right of Way, Chew Avenue, Washington Lane, and Morton Street.

190762 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 38th Street, Sansom Street, 39th Street, and Chestnut Street.

190763 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 38th Street, Chestnut Street, 39th Street, and Ludlow Street.

190766 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Market Street, 22nd Street, Ludlow Street, 24th Street, Chestnut Street, and the Schuylkill River.

190784 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to provide for a height allowance for certain solar collectors; all under terms and conditions.

190811 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," to revise certain provisions of subsection 14 507 entitled "/CDO, Central Delaware Riverfront Overlay District," to revise certain provisions of subsection 14 702, entitled “Floor Area, Height, and Housing Unit Density Bonuses,” and to make related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

190825 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Sloan Street, Baring Street, State Street, and Powelton Avenue.

190830 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled “Zoning and Planning,” to revise certain provisions of Section 14 500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by modifying the /CTR, Center City Overlay District, Society Hill Area to create additional standards concerning height, parking, signs, and special reviews, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

190704 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 30th Street, Walnut Street, and 31st Lower Level Street.

190717 An Ordinance continuing the Philadelphia Hospitality Improvement Levy District (the “District”), a business improvement district encompassing certain existing and future hotel properties within the boundaries of the City of Philadelphia (the “City”), and continuing the Philadelphia Hospitality Improvement Levy District Corporation (“PHiL DC”) to serve as the neighborhood improvement district management association for the District; approving a new plan for the District, including a list of proposed programs and services related to the development and promotion of the hotel and tourism industry in the City and County of Philadelphia and their estimated cost; providing for special assessment fees to be levied on eligible hotel property owners within the District to fund such programs and services; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with PHiL DC relating to the District; and reauthorizing PHiL DC to assess eligible property owners within the District and collect or cause to be collected special assessment fees to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilmember Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilmember Mark Squilla (1st District)

Full Agenda: https://phila.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=722794&GUID=CECB22A9-4E3B-419D-A3A7-BB951DDD072A

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilmember Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilmember Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

170985 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Civic Center Boulevard, University Avenue, Spruce Street, and 34th Street.

190406 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Aspen Street, 26th Street, and Pennsylvania Avenue.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

Full agenda: https://phila.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=695482&GUID=C22E7689-1B01-4C7E-BF61-45277B25DCBC

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following item:

190233 An Ordinance continuing the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (“District”) beyond its termination date, in an area that generally includes both sides of East Passyunk Avenue from the south side of Federal Street to the east side of South Broad Street, certain blocks of streets that intersect that portion of East Passyunk Avenue, both sides of South Broad Street from the north side of McKean Street to the north side of Snyder Avenue, and the west side of South Broad Street from the south side of Mifflin Street to the north side of McKean Street for which the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District, Inc., a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, is the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a final plan and report for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with the East Passyunk Avenue Improvement District, Inc. relating to the District; and authorizing the East Passyunk Avenue Improvement District, Inc. to assess certain property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved final plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

This hearing is also being held in compliance with Section 5 of the Community and Economic Improvement Act (53 P.S. § 18105) for the purpose of receiving public comment from affected property owners on the proposed neighborhood improvement district plan for the East Passyunk Avenue Business Improvement District (“District”), a copy of which is attached as Exhibit A to Bill No. 190233. The Council of the City of Philadelphia initiated action to establish the proposed District by enacting Resolution No. 190245 (adopted April 4, 2019).

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Friday, April 12, 2019, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

180998 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14 603, entitled "Use Specific Standards," to revise the standards and procedures for medical marijuana dispensaries, under certain terms and conditions.

190151 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 21st Street, Oxford Street, 20th Street, Jefferson Street, and Ridge Avenue.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 to hear testimony on the following item:

180893 An Ordinance continuing the Aramingo Avenue Shopping District beyond its termination date, in an area that generally includes the east and west sides of Aramingo Avenue from 3300 Aramingo Avenue to 3995 Aramingo Avenue and certain blocks and streets that intersect that portion of Aramingo Avenue and for which Impact Community Development Corporation, a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, serves as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association; approving a final plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with Impact Community Development Corporation, relating to the District; and authorizing Impact Community Development Corporation to assess property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

This hearing is also being held in compliance with Section 5 of the Community and Economic Improvement Act (53 P.S. § 18105) for the purpose of receiving public comment from affected property owners on the proposed neighborhood improvement district plan for the proposed Aramingo Avenue Shopping District (“District”), a copy of which is attached as Exhibit A to Bill No. 180893. The Council of the City of Philadelphia initiated action to establish the proposed District by enacting Resolution No. 180900 (adopted October 18, 2018 ).

Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 to hear testimony on the following items:

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

180747 An Ordinance adopting an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the Old City Special Services District of Philadelphia to extend the term of that Authority, all under certain terms and conditions.

180749 An Ordinance approving a new plan, estimated costs and proposed method of assessment of the Old City Special Services District of Philadelphia for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to the Old City area of the City of Philadelphia, all under certain terms and conditions.

180842 An Ordinance amending Section 14-904 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Accessory Sign Controls," to provide for sign controls in the area bounded by Market Street, 11th Street, Chestnut Street, and 12th Street, under certain terms and conditions.

180872 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Allens Lane, Bryan Street, Mount Pleasant Avenue, Mower Street, Sedgwick Street (extended), Lincoln Drive, Ellet Street, and McCallum Street.

180905 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Powelton Avenue, 38th Street, Filbert Street, and Sloan Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

180907 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ontario Street, Gaul Street, Castor Avenue, Thompson Street, Butler Street (extended), and the Delaware Expressway.

180908 An Ordinance amending Section 14-523 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by adding a new subsection, entitled "/IMA, Industrial and Manufacturing Area Overlay District," and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 to hear testimony on the following items:

180645 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Broad Street, Master Street, 13th Street, Girard Avenue, Watts Street, and Thompson Street; and to amend the Master Plan for Temple University; all under certain terms and conditions.

180697 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Parkside Avenue, Belmont Avenue, Girard Avenue, Merion Avenue, and 52nd Street.

180698 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Woodbine Avenue, Upland Way, 54th Street, Jefferson Street, 52nd Street, Media Street, and 63rd Street.

180732 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Parker Avenue, Ridge Avenue, Cinnaminson Street, and Mitchell Street.

180736 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by creating /MFE, Market-Frankford Elevated Overlay District.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 to hear testimony on the following items:

Agenda: https://phila.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=A&ID=601942&GUID=D6BCE3DE-8F64-48CD-8D0C-F2E98DFC35C6

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 to hear testimony on the following items:

160710 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending parking requirements in certain districts, all under certain terms and conditions.

180217 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising requirements for accessory signs, located within the area bounded by Juniper Street, East Passyunk Avenue and Mifflin Street, under certain terms and conditions.

180286 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Girard Avenue, Broad Street, Fairmount Avenue, and Corinthian Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

180384 An Ordinance approving the fifteenth amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the Cecil B. Moore Avenue Urban Renewal Area, being the area generally bounded by Fifteenth street on the east, Jefferson street on the south, Nineteenth street on the west and Montgomery avenue on the north, including the fifteenth amendment to the urban renewal plan, which provides, inter alia, for changes that would make it consistent with the North Philadelphia Redevelopment Area Plan and generally consistent with the City of Philadelphia's Philadelphia2035 Comprehensive Plan.

180385 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ridge Avenue, Gorgas Lane (extended), Henry Avenue, Valley Avenue, and Domino Lane.

180387 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by The Schuylkill Expressway, Greenland Drive, Martin Luther King Drive, and Montgomery Drive, and by amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-905, entitled "Non-Accessory Signs," by adding a new subsection to permit one advertising sign under certain terms and conditions.

180395 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Bustleton Avenue, Solly Avenue, Eastwood Avenue and Stanwood Street.

180397 An Ordinance approving the forty-second amendment of the redevelopment proposal for the Model Cities Urban Renewal Area, being the area beginning at the northwest corner of Front street and Spring Garden street, including the thirty-fourth amendment to the urban renewal plan, which provides, inter alia, for changes that would make it consistent with the North Philadelphia Redevelopment Area Plan and generally consistent with the most recent Comprehensive Plan approved by the City Planning Commission of the City of Philadelphia.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, April 9, 2018 to hear testimony on the following items:

180003 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Girard Avenue, 5th Street, Spring Garden Street, 8th Street, Brown Street, and 9th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

180099 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Master Street, 28th Street, Thompson Street, and 27th Street.

180100 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Broad Street, Susquehanna Avenue, 13th Street, and Diamond Street. Further, to adopt the Master Plan amendment for Temple University; and to approve the construction project on the site proposed for rezoning, and to approve the removal of previously planned construction projects from the Master Plan.

180169 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising Chapter 14-700, entitled "Development Standards" by creating regulations for Semi-Detached Structures and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

180172 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Oakmont Street, Torresdale Avenue, Pennypack Creek, Rhawn Street, and Rowland Avenue.

180173 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Sheffield Avenue, Leon Street, Solly Avenue, Frankford Avenue, Stanwood Street, and Erdrick Street.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 to hear testimony on the following items:

180008 An Ordinance amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District," to revise requirements and to designate several Transit-Oriented Development Transit Stations, all under certain terms and conditions.

180097 An Ordinance to amend the Master Plan for the University of Pennsylvania, and to approve the proposed addition to 3620 Locust Walk.

180101 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Silverwood Street, Gay Street, Baker Street, and Carson Street; and to adopt a Master Plan for the former St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church and adjacent parcels; all under certain terms and conditions.

180135 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-500 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," by adding a new Section 14-521, entitled "/STM, St. Mary's Master Plan Overlay," and making other technical changes.

180137 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Adams Avenue, Tabor Avenue, Harrison Street, Whitaker Avenue, Roosevelt Boulevard, Bingham Street, East Olney Avenue, North Front Street, Nedro Avenue, Hammond Avenue, and Crescentville Road.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, to hear testimony on the following items:

170995 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ridge Avenue, Paoli Avenue, Umbria Street, Fountain Street, Manayunk Avenue, Gates Street, Pechin Street, and Fountain Street.

170996 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Henry Avenue, Valley Avenue, Domino Lane, Domino Lane North, Ridge Avenue, Harmon Road, Fowler Street, Domino Lane, Silverwood Street (Extended), Parker Avenue, Pechin Street (Extended), Fountain Street, Pechin Street, and Hermitage Street.

171002 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Kensington Avenue, Adams Avenue, Leiper Street (extended), Frankford Creek, Castor Avenue, Wyoming Avenue, G Street, and Erie Avenue, all under certain terms and conditions.

171003 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Allegheny Avenue, 2nd Street, Lehigh Avenue, and 6th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

171128 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Moore Street, Sixth Street, McClellan Street, and Seventh Street.

171129 An Ordinance adopting an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of the South Street Headhouse District of Philadelphia to extend the term of that Authority, all under certain terms and conditions.

171130 An Ordinance approving the plan, estimated costs and proposed method of assessment and charges of the South Street Headhouse District of Philadelphia for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to the eastern South Street and Headhouse areas of the City of Philadelphia; all under certain terms and conditions.

180005 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Euclid Street, 53rd Street, Morse Street, and Georges Lane.

180075 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Ashton Road, Old Ashton Road, Welsh Road, Axe Factory Road, Winchester Avenue, Holme Avenue, and Holme Circle.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Wednesday, January 31, 2018, at 3:30 PM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following item:

170968 Resolution authorizing the Committee on Rules to hold hearings examining the challenges faced by Registered Community Organizations from abusive lawsuits commonly known as Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation, discussing solutions thereof, including examining means of holding abusive litigants accountable, and authorizing the issuance of subpoenas to compel the production of relevant witnesses and documents.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

From the public hearing of the Committee on Rules held Wednesday, January 31, 2018:

Councilman Al Taubenberger (At Large) speaks on the value of Registered Community Organizations to the City of Philadelphia and its residents.

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, December 5, 2017, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

170821 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-1000 of The Philadelphia Code, (entitled "Historic Preservation") to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties in the area of Ridge Avenue between Wissahickon Creek and Northwestern Avenue; all under certain terms and conditions.

170927 An Ordinance approving the plan, estimated costs and proposed method of assessment and charges of the Center City District for and concerning business improvements and administrative services to the central business district of the City of Philadelphia for 2018-2022; amending an Ordinance (Bill No. 1069, approved November 2, 1990, as amended by Bill No. 960631, approved November 25, 1996, and as further amended by Bill No. 120800, approved December 21, 2012) adopted pursuant to the "Municipality Authorities Act of 1945," P.L. 382, as amended, in order to add to the central business district area to be served by the Center City District the surface area of property more commonly known as the Viaduct Rail Park; and approving estimated costs for debt service through 2045; all under certain terms and conditions.

170959 An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Use Regulations," by creating regulations for the day care use, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

170960 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," to create a new Ninth District Overlay, to limit the materials that may be used on building facades; and to make conforming amendments; all under certain terms and conditions.

170986 An Ordinance amending Section 14-513 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/TOD, Transit-Oriented Development Overlay District," to revise requirements and designations relating to said overlay district, and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

170987 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Chestnut Street, 40th Street, Locust Street, 42nd Street, Woodland Avenue, 43rd Street, Spruce Street, and 45th Street, all under certain terms and conditions.

170990 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Oxford Street, 22nd Street, Jefferson Street, and 24th Street.

170997 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded on the northeast by the Manayunk Canal, on the southeast by Green Lane, on the southwest by the Schuylkill River, and on the northwest by Leverington Avenue with a straight line extending from Leverington Avenue to the Schuylkill River. Further to approve the Residential Mixed-Use-2 District (RMX-2) Master Plan for the foregoing designated areas of land. Further, to amend certain provisions of Section 14-503 of the Philadelphia Code in connection with the foregoing Master Plan. Further, to amend the Property Maintenance Code to exclude the foregoing Master Plan from certain provisions of said Property Maintenance Code.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Monday, November 27, 2017, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following item:

170678 An Ordinance amending Title 7 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Housing Code," by adding a new Chapter 7-200, entitled "Mixed Income Housing Program," to provide for affordable housing standards; amending Section 14-702 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Mixed Income Housing," to make related changes; amending Chapters 14-600 and 14-700 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled, respectively, "Use Regulations" and "Development Standards," to amend certain zoning standards relating to residential development; and making related amendments; all under certain terms and conditions.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 31, 2017, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

170714 An Ordinance amending Chapter 16-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Redevelopment Proposals and Contracts," by further providing with respect to requirements for Council's approval of redevelopment proposals and redevelopment contracts submitted to Council for approval under the provisions of the Urban Redevelopment Law, all under certain terms and conditions.

170793 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Front Street, Oxford Street, American Street, Master Street, 6th Street, and Girard Avenue.

170803 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Trenton Avenue, Lehigh Avenue, Belgrade Street, Somerset Street, Delaware Expressway, Cumberland Street, Thompson Street, Aramingo Avenue and York Street.

170818 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," to revise certain provisions of Chapter 14-600, entitled "Use Regulations," by amending the green roof calculations; all under certain terms and conditions.

170819 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Girard Avenue, 6th Street, Berks Street and 10th Street.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 3, 2017, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

170405 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Memphis Street, Oakdale Street, Tulip Street, Oakdale Street, Sepviva Street, and Lehigh Avenue.

170683 An Ordinance continuing the Port Richmond Industrial Development Enterprise Neighborhood Improvement District beyond its termination date in the area bounded generally by the north side of Allegheny Avenue, the west side of Memphis Street between Allegheny Avenue and East Westmoreland Street, the south side of East Westmoreland Street, the property line of 3300 Agate Street and the back of properties facing west along the east side of Tulip Street between Westmoreland and Ontario Streets, the south side of Ontario Street, the west side of Tulip Street between Ontario and Tioga Streets, the north side of Tioga Street, the back of properties facing west on the east side of Tulip Street between Tioga and Venango Streets, the back of properties facing south along the north side of Venango Street, including the property located at 2301-07 East Venango Street, and the back of properties facing east along the west side of Amber Street, as well as the properties located at 2066-80 East Tioga Street and 2082 East Tioga Street; continuing the Port Richmond Industrial Development Enterprise Inc., a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation, as the Neighborhood Improvement District Management Association for the District; approving a final plan for the District, including a list of proposed improvements and their estimated cost, and providing for assessment fees to be levied on property owners within the District; authorizing the Director of Commerce, on behalf of the City, to execute an agreement with Port Richmond Industrial Development Enterprise, Inc. relating to the District; and authorizing Port Richmond Industrial Development Enterprise, Inc. to assess certain property owners within the District a special property assessment fee to be used in accordance with the approved final plan; all in accordance with the provisions of the Community and Economic Improvement Act, and under certain terms and conditions.

170721 An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising requirements for accessory signs, located within the area bounded by Juniper Street, East Passyunk Avenue and Mifflin Street, under certain terms and conditions.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia will hold a Public Hearing on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, at 10:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following item:

No. 170675 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Woodbine Avenue, Upland Way, 59th Street, Lancaster Avenue, and 62nd Street.

Committee on Rules
Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 to hear testimony on the following item:

No. 170017
An Ordinance amending Section 14-507 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "/CDO Central Delaware Riverfront Overlay District," by amending provisions under certain terms and conditions.

Chair: Councilman Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 15, 2016 to hear testimony on the following items:

160715
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Front Street, Amber Street, Lehigh Avenue, and Emerald Street.

160716
An Ordinance amending Chapter 14-600 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Use Regulations," by modifying certain standards for ground floor uses in the CMX-2 and CMX-2.5 districts.

160776
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Front Street, Oregon Avenue, 10th Street, and the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76).

160865
An Ordinance to amend Chapter 14-300 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Administration and Procedures," by modifying the public notice requirements and making related changes, all under certain terms and conditions.

160869
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Lincoln Drive, Wissahickon Avenue, School House Lane, The Oak Road, Midvale Avenue, Cresson Avenue and Gypsy Lane; and to adopt the Master Plan for Philadelphia University and approving various construction projects pursuant to that Plan; all under certain terms and conditions.

160916
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Comly Street, Frankford Avenue, Benner Street, Brous Avenue, Deveraux Avenue, Battersby Street, Robbins Street, Hawthorne Street, Hellerman Street, Sackett Street, Knorr Street, Rowland Avenue, Tyson Avenue, Crispin Street, Saint Vincent Street, Leon Street, Sheffield Avenue, Erdrick Street, Cottman Avenue, Charles Street, Tyson Avenue, Erdrick Street, Longshore Avenue, Charles Street, Devereax Avenue, and Hawthorne Street.

160917
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Charles Street, Unruh Avenue, Marsden Street, Levick Street, Cottage Street, Devereaux Avenue, Marsden Street, Benner Street, Ditman Street, Cheltenham Avenue, Harbison Avenue, Charles Street, Comly Street, Mulberry Street, Harbison
Avenue, and Deveraux Avenue.

160918
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Charles Street, Harbison Avenue, and Cheltenham Avenue.

Chair: Councilman William Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Councilman Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Wednesday, September 7, 2016 to hear testimony on the following items:

160277 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Indiana Avenue, Palethorp Street, Cambria Street, and 2nd Street.

160465 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by North Front Street, West Berks Street, North 3rd Street and West Oxford Street.

160466 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by North 3rd Street, West Berks Street, North 6th Street, West Master Street, American Street and Oxford Street.

160681 An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Front Street, York Street, Howard Street, and Berks Street.

Chair: William K. Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Mark Squilla (1st District)

The Committee on Rules of the Council of the City of Philadelphia held a Public Hearing on Thursday, June 16, 2016, at 9:00 AM, in Room 400, City Hall, to hear testimony on the following items:

160398
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by 21st Street, Oxford Street, 20th Street, Master Street, and Ridge Avenue.

160460
An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Diamond Street, Franklin Street, Berks Street, and 9th Street.

Chair: Bill Greenlee (At Large)
Vice Chair: Mark Squilla (1st District)

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The Philadelphia City Council Committee on Rules Public Hearing held on October 21, 2015.

March 24, 2015: The Rules Committee held a public hearing to discuss and accept testimony on the following items:

150056: An Ordinance amending Subcode "A" of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "The Philadelphia Administrative Code," by amending Chapter 3, entitled "Permits"; and Title 9 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Regulation of Businesses, Trades and Professions," by amending Chapter 9-200, entitled "Commercial Activities on Streets," to add an exemption, add definitions and provide for the use and regulation of mobile food vendors in certain areas, all under certain terms and conditions.

150091: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by creating an overlay district entitled "/WWA West Washington Avenue Overlay," to include certain areas of land within the vicinity of West Washington Avenue, under certain terms and conditions.

150124: An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Kensington Avenue, Letterly Street, Jasper Street, and Hagert Street.

150145: An Ordinance to amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Eleventh Street, Susquehanna Street, Tenth Street, and Diamond Street. Further to approve the Master Plan for Temple University by adding the site bounded by Eleventh Street, Susquehanna Avenue, Tenth Street, and Diamond Street; and the site bounded by Broad Street, Master Street, Thirteenth Street, Girard Avenue, Watts Street, and Thompson Street; to their Institutional (Special Purpose) District and approving various construction projects.

150168: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising certain provisions relating to IRMX, Industrial Residential Mixed Use district.

150170: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by revising requirements for accessory signs, located within the area bounded by Juniper Street, East Passyunk Avenue and Mifflin Street, under certain terms and conditions.

During the public hearing of the Rules Committee, testimony was heard on Bill No. 140906: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-203, entitled "Definitions," and by amending Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," to add a new Section 14-516, entitled "/UED Urban Experiential Display Overlay Control District," all under certain terms and conditions.

During the public hearing of the Rules Committee, testimony was heard on Bill No. 140906: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-203, entitled "Definitions," and by amending Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," to add a new Section 14-516, entitled "/UED Urban Experiential Display Overlay Control District," all under certain terms and conditions.

During the public hearing of the Rules Committee, testimony was heard on Bill No. 140906: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-203, entitled "Definitions," and by amending Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," to add a new Section 14-516, entitled "/UED Urban Experiential Display Overlay Control District," all under certain terms and conditions.

During the public hearing of the Rules Committee, testimony was heard on Bill No. 140906: An Ordinance amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-203, entitled "Definitions," and by amending Chapter 14-500, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," to add a new Section 14-516, entitled "/UED Urban Experiential Display Overlay Control District," all under certain terms and conditions.