The Master Plan for the Central Delaware was unanimously adopted by the PCPC on March 6, 2012, establishing it as part of the city’s Comprehensive Plan. The goal of the Master Plan is to transform Philadelphia’s central Delaware River waterfront into an authentic extension of the thriving city immediately to its west.

8 principles guide the Master Plan for the Central Delaware:

1. Create a network of civic and public spaces that are distinctive public amenities as well as catalysts for private development.
   
   
2. Promote the development of new, low- to mid-rise, dense and walkable residential neighborhoods.
   
   
3. Accommodate diverse land uses along the waterfront. 
   
   
4. Incorporate best practices in sustainability. 
   
   
5. Participate with city and state transportation entities to create a pedestrian-friendly and balanced transportation plan that supports the walkability of the waterfront and its strong connection to the city and region.
    
6. Create strong inclusionary opportunities for economic development for minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged businesses. 
   
   
7. Create a plan that can be implemented in discreet increments over time.
   
   
8. Create a truly Philadelphia waterfront.