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Amending Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code: Removing Development Exceptions in Fifth District Overlay

  • When: 2025/06/12
  • Address: Citywide
  • City: Philadelphia
  • State: PA
  • Category: Zoning Code Modification
  • Subcategory: Definitions update
  • Asset Class: Mixed-Use
  • Property Type: Mixed-Use
  • Planning Department: True

The ordinance amends Section 14-529 of The Philadelphia Code, specifically targeting the "/VDO, Fifth District Overlay District." The primary changes involve the removal of certain exceptions related to minimum residential lot area, floor area, height, and eligibility for dwelling unit density bonuses. Previously, in RSA-5 districts, exceptions allowed smaller lot divisions under specific conditions. In CMX-2 districts, lot area dictated the number of permitted dwelling units, which remains, but prior bonus eligibility is removed. The ordinance also reserves the "Bonuses" section, meaning previous eligibility for floor area, height, or dwelling unit density bonuses (such as for "Mixed Income Housing" or "Green Roof") is eliminated for developments within this overlay district.

Source

City Representative - Councilmember Young