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Proposed Zoning Map Changes for Roxborough/Manayunk 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 Ridge Avenue, Spring Lane, Hagy’s Mill Road, Port Royal Avenue, River Road, and the Montgomery County Line.

Record date · April 9, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This bill proposes changing the official s for a specific section of land in Philadelphia bounded by Ridge Avenue, Spring Lane, Hagy’s Mill Road, Port Royal Avenue, River Road, and the Montgomery County Line. The legislation is currently in the stage within the City Council.

Why it matters

This bill will determine the legal land-use requirements, such as building height, density, and permitted business or residential activities, for the specified area in Northwest Philadelphia.

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 development potential may change based on the new zoning designation.

Directly affected

Philadelphia Committee on Rules

This committee is responsible for reviewing and potentially amending the bill before it proceeds.

Key Facts

  • The bill proposes an amendment to the official Philadelphia Zoning Maps.
  • The affected area is bounded by Ridge Avenue, Spring Lane, Hagy’s Mill Road, Port Royal Avenue, River Road, and the Montgomery County Line.
  • The bill is currently assigned to the Committee on Rules.
  • The bill is in the 'First Reading' stage of the legislative process.
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  • The bill was formally introduced on April 9, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a zoning map change mean for my property?
A zoning change can alter what you are permitted to build on your land, the density allowed, and the types of commercial or residential activities permitted in your neighborhood.
How can I find out if my specific address is included in this area?
You would need to consult the specific maps attached to Bill 260298, which are maintained by the Philadelphia City Council or the Department of Planning and Development.
What is the next step for this bill?
As it is currently in the Committee on Rules, the next step typically involves committee hearings and potential amendments before it can be reported back to the full City Council for a vote.

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Northwest Philadelphia Zoning Review

The bill targets a specific corridor near the Montgomery County line, suggesting a potential shift in land-use policy for the city's edge.

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Philadelphia City Council
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  • Controversy20
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