Election 2022

The Philly commission that makes development decisions could change pretty radically, if voters approve this ballot question

Should City Council have say over who’s on the Zoning Board of Adjustment? And should it be larger, with specific types of people on it?

The sold-out concert at Four Seasons Total Landscaping almost didn’t happen because of Philly zoning laws

After a neighbor filed a complaint, L&I granted the famed gardening biz a special exemption.

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Mural Arts closing Kensington arts center next to Somerset Station, with vows to relaunch elsewhere

The shutdown, ostensibly because of zoning issues, is a loss to many in the neighborhood.

‘Dance party’ at Cherry Street Pier riles waterfront condo neighbors

Residents of Pier 5 claim the space isn’t properly licensed. City officials disagree.

Philly’s zoning code makes it extremely difficult to establish single-room residences, which are in demand from renters in need of affordable and accessible options

Minneapolis is pursuing a radical ban on single-family zoning. Here’s why Philly won’t follow suit

Philadelphia is suing itself, because zoning

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City shuts down pivotal Kensington recovery house over code violations

The Last Stop has been closed since Oct. 1, and the owner may end up in court.

How zoning works in Philly, and how you can get involved

Neighborhood changing around you? Make your voice heard.

Want to learn how planning works in Philadelphia? Sign up for the fall session of evening classes at CPI

A new City Council bill would require developers to send certified mail to neighbors before seeking a zoning variance

Philly’s inclusionary zoning bill: Who’s for and against it, and why

It's the most contentious bill to come through City Council since the soda tax.

New bill in Council would allow developers to build higher along the riverfront

Former City Councilman Frank DiCicco up for consideration as new Zoning Board chief

Urban Axes is really happening, people: Here’s what’s next

As of Wednesday afternoon, the hatchet-toss recreation hall planned for Kensington is a sure thing.

New bill would give City Council unprecedented power over development

Councilman Brian O’Neill introduced legislation that would require changing private lot sizes to be approved by the district councilperson prior to getting approval from the Planning Commission.

The great Philly roofdeck boom: What’s open now, what’s coming soon

Compared to its peers, Philadelphia is a rooftop bar wasteland — but that may be about to change.

The Great Point Breeze Beer Garden War is about to start again

John Longacre has been battling L&I for almost a year about whether the South Philly beer garden is operating legally.