Zoning Overlay for the Avenue of the Arts

The City of Philadelphia Zoning Ordinance has designated two Special District Controls, also known as Zoning Overlays, that limit uses that would normally be allowed in the C-Commercial land use classification. These two overlays are relevant to any new development on the Avenue of the Arts. Section 14-1607, Special Controls for the Center City Commercial Area, focuses on the Center City area, however its boundaries include the Avenue of the Arts South. Section 14-1620, Avenue of the Arts North Special District Controls, is specifically related to new development on Avenue of the Arts North.

Included below are links to tables summarizing Special District Controls, Section 14-1607 and Section 14-1620. The tables include a summary of the Philadelphia City Code, indicating boundaries, prohibited uses, façade and signage controls. For complete details on the Special District Controls and other zoning legislation, please visit the City of Philadelphia Code of Ordinances at http://www.amlegal.com/.

Zoning Overlay for Avenue of the Arts South (PDF - 70KB)

Zoning Overlay for Avenue of the Arts North (PDF - 85KB)