Urban Planning
Newark replaces Unicity with DART Connect’s on-demand transportation for better accessibility
DART Connect replaces Unicity in Newark with affordable, accessible on-demand service, with reduced wait times and connections.
9 months ago
Philly starts replacing its street lights with more efficient LEDs
The project is expected to cut the energy used by street lights in half, saving enough electricity annually to power nearly 3,700 homes.
9 months ago
Pa. advocacy group’s guide encourages municipalities to update distribution center zoning laws
Recently, PennFuture released a model zoning law and guidebook for logistics center developments. They hope municipalities across Pa. will use it to update zoning ordinances.
9 months ago
Report: First-time homebuyers in Philly area need to make more to afford a starter home
High mortgage rates, overvalued homes, and low inventory continue to hurt renters looking to enter the housing market.
9 months ago
Listen 1:12Strawberry Mansion housing development part of master plan rooted in health and wellness
The Diamond Preventative Health Hub will also be home to 10,000 square feet of commercial space.
9 months ago
Trenton’s Route 29 Boulevard Project takes a step forward
The city hopes that a redesign of the state highway will restore public access to the Delaware River waterfront.
10 months ago
A 44-acre Chester County farm has been permanently preserved
“Preserving a property like this one checks all the right boxes in Chester County’s efforts to invest wisely in open space," said Chesco commissioners.
10 months ago
"Contact us, we’ll come," says the new parking authority director. After ticketing returned to Shissler Rec, the cars disappeared.
10 months ago
‘A scary proposition’: A 35-property Zillow listing is raising eyebrows in West Philly
The post appeared in early May, but has recently gained attention thanks to TikTok.
10 months ago
Listen 1:48An accounting: SEPTA had four bus and trolley crashes in one week
The transit authority says it’s just “unfortunate coincidence” and not a systemic problem.
10 months ago
Regulating Airbnbs, Sharks at the Shore, Hot Pets
Philadelphia is enforcing regulations on short-term rentals like Airbnb. Other cities are also cracking down. What impact do Airbnbs have on neighborhoods and on housing?
Air Date: July 26, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:07Major changes impacting some SEPTA Regional Rail lines
The changes come as SEPTA continues to rebuild the mainline infrastructure on the Media/Wawa Line.
10 months ago
Springfield Township’s Bethlehem Pike is getting a major upgrade
PennDOT plans to convert the Pike from four lanes to two, with a median for turns, in an attempt to improve driver safety. Some residents fear more congestion.
10 months ago
‘Do the right thing’: Opponents of Sixers arena urge Squilla to stand with them
The call comes a year after the Sixers announced its proposal for the $1.3 billion project on Market Street.
10 months ago
Recent storm causes Delaware County bridge to deteriorate, forcing closure
The Smithbridge Road Bridge in Concord Township is out of commission due to deterioration from a June storm, according to PennDOT.
10 months ago