Proposed Zoning Change for East Washington Lane Area

Original title: To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by East Washington Lane, Crittenden Street, East Tulpehocken Street, East Haines Street, and Ardleigh Street.

Record date · April 16, 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 East Washington Lane, Crittenden Street, East Tulpehocken Street, East Haines Street, and Ardleigh Street. The legislation is currently under review by the Committee on Rules.

Why it matters

The bill will determine the legal land-use designations for properties within the specified boundaries, which dictates what types of buildings or businesses can be developed on those lots.

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 specified boundaries

Their land use rights and potential development options may change based on the new zoning designation.

Directly affected

Committee on Rules

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

Key Facts

The bill proposes an amendment to the Philadelphia Zoning Maps.
The affected area is bounded by East Washington Lane, Crittenden Street, East Tulpehocken Street, East Haines Street, and Ardleigh Street.
The bill is currently assigned to the Committee on Rules.
The bill was introduced on April 16, 2026.

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The bill is identified by file number 260342.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a zoning change mean for my property?

A zoning change alters the legal classification of land, which determines what can be built, the density of development, and the permitted uses (such as residential, commercial, or industrial) for the properties within the affected area.

What is the current status of this bill?

The bill is currently in the '' stage, meaning it is being reviewed by the Committee on Rules before it can be considered by the full legislative body.

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