Urban Planning
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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More changes to improve pedestrian and traffic safety on Roosevelt Boulevard are on the horizon.
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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.
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Listen 7:04How the township decides to renovate or consolidate its aging facilities has become a growing point of contention.
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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.
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Listen :57The developer of St. Anthony’s and Artist Village argues his company is in the clear.
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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.
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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.
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Philadelphia secures $158 million for Chinatown Stitch project
"We will finally be repairing a historic wrong,” said U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle.
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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.
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