Philadelphia, PA — The Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) announced that all speed cameras along Broad Street will be installed by the end of August and will officially go live in mid-September.
For the first 60 days, drivers caught speeding will receive warnings only as part of a grace period. After that, enforcement begins in mid-November, and violators driving 11 mph or more over the limit could face fines of up to $150.
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Where the Cameras Are Being Installed
City crews are finalizing the installation of 30 automated speed cameras across 15 intersections. The coverage will stretch from Broad and Pattison Streets in South Philadelphia up to Old York Road near Cheltenham Avenue.
Mixed Reactions From Residents
Many residents support the cameras, believing they’ll improve safety.
“It’s like a highway,” said Carl Robinson, a Philadelphia resident. “Sometimes they run through the light because they’re going so fast they can’t stop.”
Anthony Nelson agreed, adding, “We’re always having to look to make sure you don’t get sideswiped or something.”
PPA officials point to similar cameras installed on Roosevelt Boulevard a few years ago, which successfully reduced speeding and crashes.
“The less people that are speeding, the less likely of seeing a crash or someone getting injured,” said Corinne O’Connor with the PPA.
However, not everyone is on board. Roi Greene criticized the plan, calling it “a money grab for the city.”
Enforcement Timeline
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Mid-September 2025 → Cameras go live; warnings issued only
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60-day grace period → No fines during this time
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Mid-November 2025 → Fines of up to $150 begin for speeding violations
The PPA says the goal is safer roads and fewer accidents, especially along one of Philadelphia’s busiest corridors.
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