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Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Zoning and Planning," by amending Section 14-231, entitled "Residential District Rules and Exceptions," by providing for restrictions on placement, installation and maintenance of certain satellite dishes and antennas, under certain terms and conditions.
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THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Subcode "PM" of Title 4 of The Philadelphia Code is amended to read as follows:
SUBCODE "PM" (THE PHILADELPHIA PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE)
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CHAPTER 3. GENERAL PROPERTY AND STRUCTURAL MAINTENANCE
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ยง PM-304.0 EXTERIOR STRUCTURE
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PM-304.3 Walls: All exterior walls shall be free from holes, breaks, loose or rotting materials; and maintained weatherproof and properly surface coated or pointed where required to prevent deterioration.
PM-304.3.1 Satellite Dishes and Antennas.
(a) Findings:
Whereas, The City of Philadelphia was established by Charter of 1701, is considered the birthplace of American Independence, the American Revolution and a centerpiece of early American history; and
Whereas, Philadelphia boasts historical, cultural and architectural lineage longer than that of almost any other place in America, with much of its buildings dating from the early 20th Century or earlier; and
Whereas, Certain considerations should be made to preserve the character and appeal of this uniquely American city as modern technological advancements are integrated into the City's landscape; and
Whereas, The City of Philadelphia has a vested interest in protecting its neighborhoods from conditions that could substantially and interfere with enhancing quality of life, fostering and facilitating commerce, maintaining and improving property values, and preserving and protecting the public's health, safety, and welfare; and
Whereas, The City of Philadelphia has an interest in ensuring the structural in...
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