Amending Title 14 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled Zoning and Planning, by amending certain definitions relating to signs; creating an "Arena Area" within the "/CTR, Center City Overlay District" overlay; and making related changes, including a master plan requirement and changes to accessory sign controls; all in connection with zoning rules for a proposed arena in Center City; and approving a master plan for the Arena Area; all under certain terms and conditions.

Amending Title 14 of the Philadelphia Code, entitled Zoning and Planning, by amending certain definitions relating to signs; creating an “Arena Area” within the “/CTR, Center City Overlay District” overlay; and making related changes, including a master plan requirement and changes to accessory sign controls; all in connection with zoning rules for a proposed arena in Center City; and approving a master plan for the Arena Area; all under certain terms and conditions . THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA HEREBY ORDAINS: SECTION 1. Title 14 of The Philadelphia Code is hereby amended to read as follows: TITLE 14. ZONING AND PLANNING * * * CHAPTER 14-200. DEFINITIONS * * * § 14-203. Definitions. * * * (25.1) Arena. An enclosed building or structure that can accommodate at least 10,000 spectators that is designed or intended for an assembly and entertainment use, including spectator sports and entertainment events. * * * (283) Sign, Freestanding. Any sign that is supported by a structure of one or more frames, poles or other support structures permanently erected in or upon the ground. Freestanding [signs] signs, also known as Ground Signs in Title 11 of this Code, include venue signs, monument signs, pylon signs, pole signs, and other permanently affixed signs. * * * (283.1) Sign, Venue. A freestanding sign, including a series of two or more names or addresses of businesses or destinations at a specific building, facility or venue, within a common cabinet or face area. A venu…