Urban Planning
News on cities, suburbs, and how we design the places we live
Delmarva’s legal power forces 2 villages to vacate laws banning new electricity towers
The “tree huggers” of Ardentown and Ardencroft wanted Delaware’s dominant utility to reroute a project to replace seven high-voltage towers.
1 week ago
Listen 2:07Transit advocates gathered at the Friends Center in Center City to hear from legislators their thoughts on the state budget.
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Listen 1:10Philadelphia Housing Authority will shrink staff in 2026 to cut operating expenses
The decision is meant to reduce operating costs as the agency works to remake its entire portfolio of affordable units.
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Listen 1:05Philadelphia development would bring hundreds of affordable units to industrial site
The homes would be naturally occurring affordable housing. They would replace a vacant warehouse.
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Design advocates call for transformation of Filbert Street bus terminal
Officials say city can’t afford a pricier rehab of the old Greyhound station.
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Philadelphia’s Market East corridor is poised for change. Here’s what to know
The shopping district has struggled for decades. Now its future is back in the spotlight.
2 weeks ago
SEPTA union members vote to authorize strike
Union leaders say the authorization is meant to increase pressure at the bargaining table, not to begin a strike immediately.
2 weeks ago
SEPTA completes inspections of Regional Rail cars by deadline
Many cars are still being repaired, so delays and crowded commutes aren’t over yet.
2 weeks ago
Philadelphians will soon face 10-cent paper bag fee at grocery stores, markets and more
Plastic bags are already banned in Philadelphia. Paper bags will come with a fee.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:55SEPTA CEO calls Pennsylvania state budget ‘disappointing’ after transit funding left out
CEO Scott Sauer said SEPTA will “stand ready to work with lawmakers and the governor on a comprehensive transit funding solution.”
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Since the start, the Parker administration has said the H.O.M.E. initiative is for everyone. Advocates say the most vulnerable need to be prioritized.
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Listen 1:07‘Lacking a moral compass’: Activists call on Philly officials to repeal cuts to city’s business tax
POWER Interfaith members fear the loss of revenue due to BIRT cuts could raise property taxes and slash critical services.
3 weeks ago
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