Bill 120015
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, Carlisle Street, and Thompson Street; and amending Section 14-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "'C-4' Commercial and 'C-5' Commercial District"; all under certain terms and conditions.
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“To the President and members of the Council of the City of Philadelphia, the Committee on Rules, to which was referred Bill No. 120015, entitled "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, Carlisle Street and Thompson Street, and amending Section 14-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled…”
Chief Clerk · Stated Meeting, April 12, 2012 · Apr 12, 2012 · official transcript, this passage
“Thank you, Mr. President. I move that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill No. 120015. (Duly seconded.)”
Councilman Greenlee · Stated Meeting, April 12, 2012 · Apr 12, 2012 · official transcript, this passage
“It's been moved and properly seconded that the rules of Council be suspended so as to permit first reading this day of Bill No. 120015. All those in favor say aye. (Aye.)”
Council President Clarke · Stated Meeting, April 12, 2012 · Apr 12, 2012 · official transcript, this passage
Status timeline
- Jan 26, 2012Introduced and Referred · CITY COUNCIL
- Mar 29, 2012HEARING NOTICES SENT · Committee on Rules
- Mar 29, 2012HEARING HELD · Committee on Rules
- Mar 29, 2012AMENDED · Committee on Rules
- Mar 29, 2012REPORTED FAVORABLY, RULE SUSPENSION REQUESTED · Committee on Rules
- Apr 12, 2012ORDERED PLACED ON THIS DAY`S FIRST READING CALENDAR · CITY COUNCIL
- Apr 12, 2012SUSPEND THE RULES OF THE COUNCIL · CITY COUNCIL
- Apr 12, 2012ORDERED PLACED ON NEXT WEEK`S SECOND READING CALENDAR · CITY COUNCIL
- May 24, 2012READ AND PASSED · CITY COUNCIL
- Jun 6, 2012SIGNED · MAYOR
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..Title 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, Carlisle Street, and Thompson Street; and amending Section 14-305 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "'C-4' Commercial and 'C-5' Commercial District"; all under certain terms and conditions. ..Body THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Section 14-305 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to read as follows: §14-305. "C-4" Commercial and "C-5" Commercial Districts. * * * (17) Notwithstanding anything to contrary in this Title, the following shall apply in the area bounded by Broad Street, Master Street, Carlisle Street, and Thompson Street in order to promote historic renovations and active space along North Broad Street. In order to promote these public benefits, the following shall apply: (a) Use Regulations. The following uses are allowed as a main use to lots designated "C-4" Commercial: (i) restaurants, with or without a beer distillery; (ii) a day spa; (iii) a nightclub; and (iv) live entertainment. All limitations on multiple uses on a lot, whether stated or implied, shall not apply. (b) Parking for Hotels. Parking is not required on a lot for hotel uses so long as parking spaces are provided within 1100 feet from where a hotel is located at a ratio of one (1) space for each two (2) hotel units. Special Use Permits shall not be required for accessory private parking lots accessory to a hotel. (c) Area Regulations. (.1) No set back above grade shall be required for lots designated "C-4" Commercial. (.2) Yards and Courts. All qualifications and restrictions set forth in this Title for legally required windows shall not apply in this District. (.3) Floor Area Ratio. The gross floor area for the construction of new hotels shall not exceed 550% of the area of the lot. (d) Loading. Loading for hotels shall be provided at a minimum of one (1) space. (e) Conflicting Provisions. When the provisions of this Subsection conflict with other provisions of this Title or Code, the provisions stated herein shall prevail. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 14-103 of The Philadelphia Code, the Philadelphia Zoning Maps are hereby amended by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land within an area bounded by Broad Street, Master Street, Carlisle Street, and Thompson Street from the existing zoning designations indicated on Map "A" set forth below to the zoning designations indicated on Map "B" set forth below. SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect immediately. ___________________________________ Explanation: [Brackets] indicate matter deleted. Italics indicate new matter added. ..End