Fitzpatrick v. Zoning Board of Adjustment

MacNeille, P. J.,

We are considering an appeal from the decision of the zoning board of adjustment refusing the grant of a variance for the use of premises 7201 Limekiln Pike, located in a “D” residential district, as a funeral parlor and one-*490family dwelling with a sign on the premises. The single important question presented is whether a funeral director, mortician or undertaker is a “professional person” within the meaning of chapter 14-203(1) (c) of the Code of General Ordinances of the City of Philadelphia which permits a professional person to maintain his office in his home and…