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The enacted ordinance establishes a temporary ban on permits for complete demolition of buildings with frontage on Christian Street between Broad and 20th Streets. Exceptions apply for certain dangerous or unsafe conditions, or when demolition follows historic-preservation procedures; the rule ends after 12 months or when the Historical Commission makes a final decision on whether to designate the area as historic, whichever comes first.

Amending Chapter 14-1000 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Historic Preservation," to establish a temporary demolition moratorium with respect to properties in the area of Christian Street between Broad and 20th Streets, all under certain terms and conditions.