Philadelphia’s zoning code has recently been amended and changes favorable to the adaptive re-use of historic buildings are now in effect. New rules for properties listed on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places include as-of-right zoning and relief from prevailing parking requirements. In addition, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are now legally permitted for properties on the Philadelphia historic register—and Neighborhood Conservation Overlay Districts (NCOs) have been granted modest demolition protections.
Join the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia on February 27 for a panel discussion on these modifications and other possible preservation-sensitive changes to Philadelphia’s zoning code and preservation ordinance. This panel should be of particular interest to owners/developers of historic properties, civic association leaders, preservation professionals, land use attorneys, and anyone with a general interest in the historic built environment.
Preservation Zoning Reform: Alliance Breakfast Seminar
Date: Thursday, February 27, 2020
Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Location: Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce – Empowerment Room, The Bellevue, 200 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Cost: $35 – Members; $60 – All Others
Panelists:
- Introductory remarks by 1 st District City Councilmember Mark Squilla
- Peter Angelides, PhD; Senior Vice President and Principal, Econsult Solutions
- Martha Cross; Deputy Director, Department of Planning & Development
- Andy Meloney; Senior Planner, City Planning Commission
- Ken Weinstein; President, Philly Office Retail
For more information contact Susan Matyas:
About the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
The Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia was established in 1996 to be the principal historic preservation advocacy organization for the Philadelphia region. We strive to build stimulating programs and opportunities that excite and instill the values of historic preservation throughout our community by connecting what we do to what is meaningful to individuals and communities.
