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Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by adding a new Section 14-1640, entitled "Ridge Avenue Special District Controls," under certain terms and conditions.
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THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
TITLE 14. ZONING AND PLANNING.
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CHAPTER 14-1600. MISCELLANEOUS.
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ยง14-1640. Ridge Avenue Special District Controls.
(1) Legislative Findings. The council finds that:
(a) Major public and private investments have been made and continue to be made in and around Roxborough's Ridge Avenue section of the City to preserve and protect the economic development potential, prevent declining property values, encourage investment and commerce, promote residential uses in and adjacent to this area of the City, and protect and promote the economic vitality of this area of Philadelphia.
(b) It is desirable to maintain the street scale, historical character, and pedestrian- friendly atmosphere of Ridge Avenue and to encourage future development and redevelopment that does not compromise these desirable qualities. Ridge Avenue in Roxborough is easily accessible by public transportation, making it a viable candidate for residential development targeting those working in Center City Philadelphia, Manayunk, and Conshohocken.
(c) The revitalization of Roxborough's Ridge Avenue is important to the economic vitality and diverse character of a stable, walkable Philadelphia neighborhood in that it (Ridge Avenue) serves as a shopping and recreation area for City residents.
(d) As Ridge Avenue businesses responded to changing needs of the residents and trends of retail developments, the larger scale and service needs created dead spaces, utility yards and loading areas abutting residential areas. Provisions are needed to improve the appearance and safety of these spaces. ...
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