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Read. Follow. Verify.Authorization for Philadelphia Land Bank to Sell 28 Properties
Record date · April 30, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This resolution authorizes the Philadelphia Land Bank to sell 28 specific city-owned properties located in the 5th . The sale must follow the established procedures outlined in Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
The Philadelphia Land Bank is granted legal authority to transfer ownership of 28 parcels of land, which will change the status of these properties from public to private ownership.
Who It Affects
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Philadelphia Land Bank
The agency is granted the legal authority to execute the sale of the specified properties.
Residents of the 5th Councilmanic District
The land use and ownership status of 28 properties in their district will change.
Key Facts
- The Philadelphia Land Bank is authorized to dispose of 28 specific properties.
- The properties are located in the 5th Councilmanic District.
- The disposal must comply with Chapter 16-700 of The Philadelphia Code.
- The properties include addresses on N. 23rd Street, N. 24th Street, N. Bucknell Street, Judson Street, and W. Montgomery Avenue.
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- The resolution is identified by File number 260407.
- The resolution was introduced on April 23, 2026.
- The resolution status is listed as ADOPTED.
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Bulk Property Disposal
The resolution authorizes the disposal of 28 properties in a single legislative action, suggesting a coordinated effort to clear the Land Bank's inventory in the 5th District.
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