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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Philadelphia, PA (2026)

2 verified zoning overlays & bonuses rules for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Specific Plans Overview

Philadelphia2035, adopted under the Home Rule Charter and Philadelphia Code Title 14, is the city's comprehensive plan with 18 District Plans guiding zoning. The Philadelphia City Planning Commission reviews map amendments, Civic Design Review applies to large projects, and overlay districts modify base zoning citywide.

Philadelphia2035 Comprehensive Plan and Title 14 Zoning

Some Restrictions

Density Bonus Law

Philadelphia Code 14-702(7) Mixed Income Housing Bonus offers floor area, height, and density increases up to 25 percent for projects providing on-site affordable units, in-lieu fees, or off-site units. Applies citywide in CMX-3, CMX-4, CMX-5, and several RM districts.

Philadelphia Mixed Income Housing Bonus under Code 14-702

Some Restrictions

Looking for Philadelphia County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Philadelphia city rules.

Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Philadelphia County