Urban Planning
The PPA is cracking down on sidewalk parking in Philadelphia
The parking authority will hire 30 new parking enforcement officers to focus on ticketing vehicles blocking sidewalks and curb ramps.
3 weeks ago
Tree clearing in FDR Park gets approval from Philly zoning board
The decision comes days after a group of residents filed a lawsuit seeking to stop the park renovation.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:09‘We’ve been waiting’: Case over control of the Germantown Y is underway
The city selected a developer to revamp the YWCA seven years ago, but the property remains vacant and crumbling. A judge could change that.
3 weeks ago
The Commodore Barry and Betsy Ross bridges are built similarly to the Francis Scott Key Bridge that failed, but they have major concrete structures that protect the piers.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:04Phillies partner with Comcast Spectacor for Sports Complex development in South Philadelphia
Phase 1 the $2.5 billion overhaul was announced last month, and proposed plans for Phase 2 accompanied the announcement from the Phillies.
4 weeks ago
New rules aim to boost EV sales as Philly drivers await more charging stations
A federal program to help states install charging stations has met a slow rollout, leaving EV drivers dependent on the available slower chargers.
4 weeks ago
Listen 2:00Philly floats plans for another intercity bus terminal
The latest move would have Greyhound and other bus companies pick up passengers at a parking lot across the street from the existing stop.
1 month ago
More changes to improve pedestrian and traffic safety on Roosevelt Boulevard are on the horizon.
1 month ago
Listen 1:13Rise in residential development in Germantown sparks optimism — and caution
For decades, Germantown was not the kind of place developers held ribbon-cutting ceremonies. But that’s changing.
1 month ago
Listen 7:04How the township decides to renovate or consolidate its aging facilities has become a growing point of contention.
1 month ago
Listen 1:07‘Don’t forget about us’: Advocates hope Parker moves the needle on Parks & Rec improvements
After taking office, Parker promised to make Philly the “safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.” Advocates for parks and youth sports have high hopes.
1 month ago
Listen :57The developer of St. Anthony’s and Artist Village argues his company is in the clear.
1 month ago
Listen 2:00Haverford Township conducts study to make ‘Safe Streets for All’ a reality
With aging streets and an influx of vehicles, Haverford Township officials and a consultant are conducting a study to make roadways safer for everyone.
1 month ago
Listen 1:01PennDOT to repair potholes on dozens of roads in the week ahead
The agency released a list of more than 50 state roads where crews will be working.
1 month ago
Philadelphia secures $158 million for Chinatown Stitch project
"We will finally be repairing a historic wrong,” said U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle.
1 month ago