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Newly Proposed Amendments to The Philadelphia Code Would Increase Information Regarding Income-Based Payment Agreements and Tax Relief Programs.
On May 11, 2023, Councilmembers Bass, Driscoll, Squilla, Vaughn, O’Neil, Harrity, Phillips, and Thomas introduced legislation aimed…
Read ArticleThe Fine Print: A Real Estate Lawyer’s Guide to Agreements of Sale
What makes a strong offer? More than just the price. As any good real estate lawyer will…
Read ArticlePeople’s Preservation Package Seeks to Maintain Affordable Housing in Phila.
Rising rents in Philadelphia and expiring 30- and 40-year federally assisted affordable housing contracts are combining to…
Read ArticleNew Governmental Regulations in Philadelphia Dramatically Restrict the Commencement of Excavation and Demolition Work.
Governmental regulations have tightened in 2023 with regards to excavation and demolition activities in Philadelphia. These new…
Read ArticleHome Rule Law Decision in Pittsburgh Raises Questions About Property Rental Regulations
The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court recently issued a ruling in Landlord Service Bureau v. City of Pittsburgh, 2023…
Read ArticleCourt Analyzes Relationship Neighboring Properties Have When an Easement Exists Between Them
The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court recently issued an opinion regarding zoning ordinance interpretations and the relationship that neighboring…
Read ArticleWhen Do Property Owners and Tenants Owe a Duty to Protect Their Guests?
The recent ruling handed down by the Pennsylvania Superior Court in Lomuscio v. Cole, 2022 Pa. Super….
Read Article2022 in Review: Changes to Land Use, Zoning Laws in Philadelphia
This past year, the city of Philadelphia approved and implemented a number of impactful pieces of legislation…
Read ArticleOutdoor Dining Is Here to Stay: 2 Licenses Available to City Restaurants
Outdoor dining has long been a part of the dining culture in Philadelphia, from the sidewalk awnings…
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