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Establishment of Packer Avenue Overlay District with Rezoning

  • When: 2024/12/12
  • Address: Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street, Philadelphia, PA
  • City: Philadelphia
  • State: PA
  • Category: Zoning Code Modification
  • Asset Class: Commercial
  • Property Type: Urban Office

The City Council amended the Philadelphia Zoning Maps and established the Packer Avenue Overlay District within the area bounded by Packer Avenue, Seventh Street, Pattison Avenue, and Darien Street. The overlay enables mixed-use commercial development, including assembly, entertainment venues, and enhanced parking options. It introduces zoning flexibility and planning opportunities to stimulate development in the area.

Why it Matters

This overlay district promotes commercial growth and supports entertainment-focused infrastructure, enhancing the district's potential as a commercial and recreational hub.

Source

Allowed Uses: Rezoned to CMX-3 Commercial Mixed-Use with additional provisions for assembly, entertainment, non-accessory parking, and roof decks for non-residential uses.