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To amend the Philadelphia Zoning Maps by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land located within an area bounded by South Street, 15th Street, Kater Street, and 16th Street, by amending Section 14-500 of the Zoning Code, entitled "Overlay Zoning Districts," under certain terms and conditions.
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WHEREAS, The proposed Royal Theater development provides for the preservation of the façade of the historic Royal Theater; and
WHEREAS, The proposed Royal Theater development includes residences, retail space and off-street parking; and
WHEREAS, The construction of the new residences and retail uses will support the continued growth of the neighborhood; and
WHEREAS, The new retail commercial space will serve the needs of occupants of the building as well as residents of the immediate area and the general public; and
WHEREAS, The construction of the proposed Royal Theater development will provide construction jobs as well as permanent jobs upon the completion of construction; now, therefore
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Pursuant to Section 14-106 of The Philadelphia Code, The Philadelphia Zoning Maps are hereby amended by changing the zoning designations of certain areas of land within an area bounded by South Street, 15th Street, Kater Street, and 16th Street, from the existing zoning designations indicated on Map "A" set forth below to the zoning designations indicated on Map "B" set forth below.
SECTION 2. Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
TITLE 14. ZONING AND PLANNING.
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CHAPTER 14-500. OVERLAY ZONING DISTRICTS.
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§14-502. /CTR, Center City Overlay.
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(2) Applicability.
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(b) Area Boundaries.
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(.27) South Street West.
The South Street West area is bounded by South Street, 15th Street, Kater Street, and 16th Street.
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Table 14-502-1: /CTR Summary Table
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