Proposed Zoning Change for Area Near Wyalusing and Lancaster Avenues

Original title: To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by Wyalusing Avenue, Lancaster Avenue, May Street, Westminster Avenue, and 47th Street.

Record date · May 14, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This bill proposes a change to the official Philadelphia zoning maps for a specific area bounded by Wyalusing Avenue, Lancaster Avenue, May Street, Westminster Avenue, and 47th Street. The legislation is currently being reviewed by the Committee on Rules.

Why it matters

The proposed zoning change will determine the types of buildings and businesses allowed to be constructed or operated within the specified city blocks, directly impacting future land development rights for property owners in that area.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Property owners within the bounded area

The zoning change will alter the legal requirements and permitted uses for their land.

Directly affected

Philadelphia Committee on Rules

The committee is responsible for reviewing and deciding whether to advance the bill.

Key Facts

The bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Zoning Maps.
The affected area is bounded by Wyalusing Avenue, Lancaster Avenue, May Street, Westminster Avenue, and 47th Street.
The bill is currently assigned file number 260515.
The bill was introduced on May 14, 2026.

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The bill is currently 'HELD IN COMMITTEE' by the Committee on Rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for a bill to be 'Held in Committee'?

It means the bill is currently under review by the assigned committee and has not yet been voted on or moved to the full City Council for a final decision.

How can I find out what the new zoning designation will be?

The current text of the bill identifies the area but does not explicitly state the specific new zoning classification; you would need to review the full legislative attachment or contact the Committee on Rules for the specific zoning code changes.

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