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Amending Title 14 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled Zoning and Planning, by amending certain definitions relating to signs; creating an "Arena Area" within the "/CTR, Center City Overlay District" overlay; and making related changes, including a master plan requirement and changes to accessory sign controls; all in connection with zoning rules for a proposed arena in Center City; and approving a master plan for the Arena Area; all 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 14-200. DEFINITIONS
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? 14-203. Definitions.
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(25.1) Arena.
An enclosed building or structure that can accommodate at least 10,000 spectators that is designed or intended for an assembly and entertainment use, including spectator sports and entertainment events.
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(283)???Sign, Freestanding.
Any sign that is supported by a structure of one or more frames, poles or other support structures permanently erected in or upon the ground. Freestanding [signs] signs, also known as Ground Signs in Title 11 of this Code, include venue signs, monument signs, pylon signs, pole signs, and other permanently affixed signs.
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(283.1) Sign, Venue.
A freestanding sign, including a series of two or more names or addresses of businesses or destinations at a specific building, facility or venue, within a common cabinet or face area. A venue sign may also include information pertaining to the building, facility or venue, including static Naming Rights Signage, advertisements for events and services, maps, site plans or diagrams.
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(284.3) Sign, Naming Rights.
Signage limited to the name or logo identity of the named sponsor or sponsors of a building.
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(293.1) Sign, Roof Logo.
A flat, horizontal sign on the roof or sol...
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