Urban Planning
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.
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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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Listen 1:112 D.C. neighborhoods hang in the balance as the Wizards and Capitals consider leaving town
The sports teams' proposed move to Virginia, as well as the WNBA's Mystics potentially moving into Capital One Arena, has stoked concern in Chinatown and Congress Heights.
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Philly plans to revamp its drinking water system. The Water Department wants to hear your thoughts
PWD customers will foot the bill for a massive infrastructure improvement plan. You can learn more about it at a series of upcoming meetings.
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Listen 1:09Why has SEPTA once again delayed its bus revolution?
After two years of public comment, SEPTA’s bus-route overhaul is yet again back to the public for further comment before being approved for implementation.
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