Relevant Commentary, all information Philly (real estate and otherwise), Open Houses, Listings, Happenings, and More — by Jeff “City” Block
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I really dislike single-use plastic bags. And even if some people reuse them (for bathroom trash or dog poop) they are still a really bad thing. They are hard to recycle (and do not go in regular recycling), they do not degrade, they get caught in trees and other objects, and they harm all kinds of wildlife, among other things.
So, I am really glad that Philly City Council has banned them as of this month. Council does a lot of things with which I do not agree, but this I love! Here are a few interesting facts:
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The City says that Philadelphians use about 1 billion plastic bags a year. What? Can that possibly be true? Wouldn’t that be like 625/resident? Including kids and people who do not use them at all. At the same time, you go to a Wawa every day, CVS and the supermarket a couple of times a week, State Store, plus other random places, so maybe that makes sense. Wow. To be honest, the thought of $1,000,000,000 plastic bags per year in our city disgusts me. This bill is so long overdue.
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The ban actually passed in late 2019, but implementation was delayed. No surprise there. The city is always slow to implement (unless it is a tax increase) and the pandemic didn’t help anything.
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While the ban began on 10/1/2021, actual enforcement does not begin until 4/1/2022. So, businesses have six months to prepare and get used to the ban (obviously the period between 2019 and 2021 was not enough time). Warnings begin now. Fines start in April 2022.
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The law also bans paper bags that do not use at least 40% recycled material. Excellent.
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The ban includes the following businesses: supermarkets, convenience stores, shops, service stations, department stores, clothing stores, restaurants, food trucks, farmers’ markets, delivery services.
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The ban exempts the following types of bags: dry cleaner bags; bags sold in packages containing multiple bags intended for use as garbage bags or to contain pet waste or yard waste; bags used to deliver perishable items like meat, fish, vegetables, and plants; bags provided by pharmacists to contain prescription drugs; newspaper bags.
The main source of this information is Maria Pulcinella’s 9/30/2021 piece for WHYY.org.
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Thank you and have an awesome Halloween weekend.
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19 distinctive and dramatic condominium residences with high-end finishes, significant character, and historic charm in the heart of Mount Airy, one of Philly’s hottest and most desirable neighborhoods. On-site covered PARKING INCLUDED. Full 10-YEAR TAX ABATEMENT. Extremely low taxes, condo fees, and utility costs in this energy efficient project. Superior construction includes extra insulation and advanced sound attenuation methods. Many units have SIGNIFICANT OUTDOOR SPACE, including some with ground level space and some with decks with sweeping views. This is an elevator building and is pet friendly.
7111 is comprised of very spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences, each of which has different layouts and features, including high ceilings, original hardwood floors, and exposed stone and beams. All residences have big windows, open floor plans, excellent space and light, spectacular finishes, ample closets and storage, and hardwood floors throughout. 7111 Germantown Avenue is an adaptive reuse of a historic church annex with all new systems and a newly added, beautifully designed 4th floor. Residences start at $395,000, and there are different price, size, layout, and outdoor options all the way up to magnificent #404 at $1,200,000.
7111 Germantown Avenue is a premier, highly sustainable condominium address in the northwest section of Philadelphia, developed by an award-winning development team. With visually compelling original character and space, along with stunning modern finishes, 7111 Germantown Avenue is easily accessible to so many restaurants, cafes, retail, parks, shopping, library, and more. 5-minute drive to the Wissahickon Valley and miles of wooded trails. 5-minute walk to two SEPTA regional rail lines. And, of course, a quick ride to Chestnut Hill, Center City, Manayunk, and the Main Line. Floorplans available for all units.
ONLY 9 UNITS REMAIN AVAILABLE!
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Mount Airy
New Construction
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3 Bed | 2.5 Bath
$795,000
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5 Bed | 2.5 Bath
$595,000
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733 S 12th Street, Unit 200
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1811 Chestnut Street #502
NEW PRICE
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727 S 50th Street, Unit B
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233 S 6th Street #304
NEW LISTING
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137 W Weaver Street
NEW PRICE
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3 Bed | 1.5 Bath
$225,000
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191 Presidential Boulevard, Unit R530
1 Bed | 1.5 Bath
$175,000
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250 S 13th Street, Unit 8F
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