CENTRAL

Reading Viaduct Rail Park

Recommendation CTR 53: Rehabilitate the elevated portion of the Reading Viaduct into a neighborhood park.

Franklin Square

Recommendation CTR 70: Improve pedestrian connectivity around Franklin Square.

East Callowhill Redevelopment

Recommendation CTR 69: Extend existing streets to reinstate grid connections - Prioritize Noble Street in Callowhill.

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LOVE Park

Recommendation CTR 51: Upgrade distressed park and recreation facilities: Upgrade LOVE Park after rehabilitation of the undeground garage, including the renovation of the visors center.

Reading Viaduct Rail Park

Recommendation CTR 53: Rehabilitate the elevated portion of the Reading Viaduct into a neighborhood park.

Franklin Square

Recommendation CTR 70: Improve pedestrian connectivity around Franklin Square.

East Callowhill Redevelopment

Recommendation CTR 69: Extend existing streets to reinstate grid connections - Prioritize Noble Street in Callowhill.

Image Source: Alliance HSP

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Central District Plan

Executive Summary

Zoning Appendix

Technical Memos

First Public Meeting Summary

Second Public Meeting Summary

Draft Plan Comments

The Central District Plan was

adopted by PCPC on June 11, 2013.

Central District Planner:

Ian Litwin | (215) 683-4609

Ian.Litwin@phila.gov

District at a Glance:

The Central District covers 5.67 square miles and has a total population of 117,132, according to the 2010 census. The Central District - commonly referred to as Center City - is a part of the region’s metropolitan center, which also includes a portion of University City. Center City is a highly dense, compact, mixed-use area that is the primary hub of the region’s economic, educational, and cultural activities. Center City is the home of Philadelphia’s historic core, as well as a dynamic area of growth that is attracting new residents, businesses, and visitors to the city.