On March 6, 2025, the Philadelphia City Council enacted Bill No. 250046 to officially open a right-of-way on city-owned land near the intersection of Bath Street and Victoria Street. This action facilitates public access and transportation improvements in an area adjacent to the Delaware Expressway (I-95). The measure builds upon Bill No. 100679, which previously authorized changes to the city plan to accommodate infrastructure realignments in the vicinity. The land in question is both owned and bordered by the city and will now serve to support long-term traffic and construction needs related to the expressway. The ordinance authorizes the Board of Surveyors from the Department of Streets to adopt a resolution recognizing this area as legally open to the public as a right-of-way.
This ordinance enhances transportation infrastructure near a major expressway and supports ongoing and future construction efforts. It demonstrates Philadelphia’s commitment to long-term mobility planning and public right-of-way accessibility.