Urban Planning
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West Philly tenants are pushing Mayor Parker to preserve 925 units of affordable housing
Starting in early July, the vast portfolio of properties can be marketed to the general public. Housing advocates fear that could displace thousands.
1 week ago
Listen 1:21SEPTA gives families and groups easier fare payment options by expanding multitap
The goal is to give families and groups the ability to swipe in up to five people per fare instrument at a time.
1 week ago
Listen 0:53A fight over vacant Philly lots is exposing tensions in Mayor Parker’s housing plan
The Turn the Key program promised affordable homeownership. Critics say many residents are priced out, raising the question: Who is "affordable housing" for?
2 weeks ago
Listen 5:13Philadelphia launches ‘Alleygators’ program to help residents clear trash and vegetation from alleys
The new program will help residents keep their alleys clear with a once-a-year cleaning by request.
2 weeks ago
Listen 0:57South Jersey woman contesting eminent domain seizure of her property: ‘They could build around me’
The law firm representing Middle Township claims a planned housing development will help community members.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:00‘Splintered, rotting’ electric poles: PECO union asks state regulators to investigate
IBEW Local 614, which represents 1,400 workers, filed a petition with the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission seeking an investigation into PECO’s record of repairs.
2 weeks ago
Listen 1:27Easing the struggle to charge an EV in Philadelphia
Hundreds of curbside and parking lot chargers could be installed over the next few years.
2 weeks ago
The office is the sole entity responsible for carrying out evictions. It's taking months to close cases — and costing landlords.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:17DelDOT está utilizando las cámaras en las zonas de obras a lo largo de la I-95, y ahora los gobiernos locales han comenzado a instalarlas en los vecindarios.
3 weeks ago
Philadelphia Parking Authority unveils renovated Filbert Street bus station
The $5 million renovated facility boasts shiny floors, bathrooms and a seating area for 189 passengers.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:04Lawsuit stalls bike lane upgrade, but Philadelphia pushes ahead on loading zones
More truck loading zones, “smart” zones, and rideshare-only spots could be on the way.
3 weeks ago
‘Philly is a union town’: How labor keeps its power and status in Philadelphia
Union organizing is spreading across new corners of Philadelphia’s workforce, reinforcing the city’s long-standing reputation as a labor stronghold.
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