READ AND PASSED
The enacted ordinance changes Philadelphia’s zoning rules for nightclubs and public entertainment venues, including how these uses are defined and where they are allowed in commercial districts. It creates a separate “event assembly facility” category for private functions such as banquets, meetings, and weddings, and sets related parking and zoning standards for affected establishments.
Amending Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code "Zoning and Planning" to revise definitions and rules governing nightclubs and private clubs; create the event assembly facility use category and identify the commercial districts where the use is allowed; and make technical changes; all under certain terms and conditions.
Action by CITY COUNCIL
A motion was made that this Bill be READ AND PASSED. The motion carried by the following vote:
Roll Call
| Member | Vote |
|---|---|
| Anthony Phillips | Yes |
| Brian J. O'Neill | Yes |
| Cindy Bass | Yes |
| Curtis Jones, Jr. | Yes |
| Darrell L. Clarke | Yes |
| Isaiah Thomas | Yes |
| Jamie Gauthier | Yes |
| Jim Harrity | Yes |
| Katherine Gilmore Richardson | Yes |
| Kendra Brooks | Yes |
| Kenyatta Johnson | Yes |
| Mark Squilla | Yes |
| Michael Driscoll | Yes |
| Quetcy Lozada | Yes |
| Sharon Vaughn | Yes |