Urban Planning
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The measure is expected to pass during a second and final vote scheduled for Council's final regular meeting of the year.
3 days ago
Listen 1:09Philly’s Logan Square to get new sidewalks, ADA ramps ahead of busy 2026
The construction project will cause traffic delays around the iconic city spot.
3 days ago
PATCO makes minor changes to its weekday night schedule
Overnight weekday service is still suspended. The changes affect departures between 6 and 11:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
5 days ago
Philadelphia wants residents’ input to shape the city’s future
The public survey is part of the Philadelphia City Planning Commission’s work to update the city’s comprehensive plan.
5 days ago
Listen 1:11Black Friday shoppers explore new experiential offerings at King of Prussia Mall
Netflix House and Eataly are the latest examples of the trend toward retail offerings that are hands-on — and selfie-ready — at King of Prussia Mall.
7 days ago
Listen 1:03PennDOT has nearly 150 road projects in Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs, including major construction to I-95.
1 week ago
SEPTA gets $220M in state funds to help with capital issues and fixing trains
The money will help the transit agency fix its aging railcars, rent some replacements and return full service for riders.
1 week ago
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.
2 weeks ago
Listen 2:07Transit advocates gathered at the Friends Center in Center City to hear from legislators their thoughts on the state budget.
2 weeks ago
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.
2 weeks ago
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.
2 weeks ago
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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