Urban Planning
Construction tax’s fate uncertain as City Council wraps up for summer
The fate of a proposed 1 percent construction tax for Philadelphia remained up in the air Thursday, during the last City Council session before the summer recess.
8 years ago
Overhauling its bus network may be on SEPTA’s schedule soon
Though overall ridership has remained relatively flat, bus trips have fallen 33 million, or 17 percent, over the last five years.
8 years ago
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Vision Zero panel hears stark stories of traffic-safety horror
Tales of horror and tragedy, of loved ones lost or grievously wounded by automobiles, rolled out in waves before a handful of City Council members.
8 years ago
The past, present, and future of Philadelphia parks and architecture
Guests: Kevin Dow, Inga Saffron, David Brownlee A portion of the new Reading Viaduct Rail Park opens today – it ...
Air Date: June 14, 2018 10:00 am
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Centennial Commons carves out space for East Parkside neighbors to connect
Ashley Hahn heads to Parkside Edge to see how this project aims to find new ways of connecting neighbors to W. Fairmount Park and strengthening the civic infrastructure.
8 years ago
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Small post-fire rooming-house reforms advance in City Council
Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections has been pushing for legislative reforms to change how the city regulates group living facilities.
8 years ago
Proposed new Delaware Avenue bike trail wins some early fans
The proposal would effectively replace the bike lane along the east side of Delaware Avenue with a two-way cycle track separated from the roadway by a series of plantings
8 years ago