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Urban Planning

Mature trees shade a picnic area which is slated to become a soccer field
PlanPhilly
Environment
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

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.

2 years ago

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YWCA in Germantown
PlanPhilly
Architecture & Design
Infrastructure
Philadelphia

‘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.

2 years ago

Parts of the Francis Scott Key Bridge remain after a container ship collided with a support Tuesday, March 26, 2024 in Baltimore. The major bridge in Baltimore snapped and collapsed after a container ship rammed into it early Tuesday, and several vehicles fell into the river below. Rescuers were searching for multiple people in the water.
Infrastructure
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Transportation

After Baltimore bridge collapse, Philly officials say they’re confident in the city’s collision protection

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.

2 years ago

Listen 1:04
Aerial view of a master plan of phase 2 of development
Food & Drink
Philadelphia
Real Estate
Sports
6abc

Phillies 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.

2 years ago

A car hooked up to a charger
PlanPhilly
Environment
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
Sustainability
Transportation

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.

2 years ago

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A conceptual plan created by Philly OTIS and the Philadelphia Parking Authority shows a proposal to build a semi-permanent intercity bus terminal on a Spring Garden Street parking lot.
Infrastructure
Philadelphia
Transportation
Billy Penn

Philly 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.

2 years ago

A pedestrian waits to cross Roosevelt Boulevard, in Philadelphia, Tuesday, April 19, 2022. Roosevelt Boulevard is an almost 14-mile maze of chaotic traffic patterns that passes through some of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods and Census tracts with the highest poverty rates. Driving can be dangerous with cars traversing between inner and outer lanes, but biking or walking on the boulevard can be even worse with some pedestrian crossings longer than a football field and taking four light cycles to cross. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
PlanPhilly
Philadelphia
Public Health
Streets & Roads
Transportation

Roosevelt Boulevard’s speed cameras have been ‘overwhelmingly successful.’ It’s still Philly’s most dangerous road

More changes to improve pedestrian and traffic safety on Roosevelt Boulevard are on the horizon.

2 years ago

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Market Square in Germantown
PlanPhilly
Housing
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Real Estate

Rise 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.

2 years ago

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A playground visible among several tall trees
Infrastructure
Neighborhoods
Pennsylvania

Cheltenham Twp. introduces compromise proposal to address aging libraries, pools and community centers

How the township decides to renovate or consolidate its aging facilities has become a growing point of contention.

2 years ago

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Kids play on a field on a sunny day
PlanPhilly
Environment
Government
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

‘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.

2 years ago

Listen :57
June Burris poses for a photo outside of a building with a sign that reads
PlanPhilly
Housing
Neighborhoods
Philadelphia
Real Estate

‘Bellwether for the city’: Housing advocates say luxury townhomes in South Philly violate legal agreement

The developer of St. Anthony’s and Artist Village argues his company is in the clear.

2 years ago

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Haverford Township building
Government
Pennsylvania
Streets & Roads

Haverford 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.

2 years ago

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A rain-filled street
Government
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
6abc

PennDOT 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.

2 years ago

An aerial view of I-676 in Chinatown
Architecture & Design
Philadelphia
Public Spaces

Philadelphia secures $158 million for Chinatown Stitch project

"We will finally be repairing a historic wrong,” said U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle.

2 years ago

The exterior of the Be a Gem Crossing apartment building
PlanPhilly
Architecture & Design
Housing
Philadelphia
Real Estate

Affordable housing development replaces nuisance motel in North Philly

Be a Gem Crossing offers deeply discounted rents in a neighborhood where the median household income is roughly half of the city’s.

2 years ago

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