Urban Planning

The bronze likeness of Sadie Alexander will be installed not far from where former Mayor Frank Rizzo’s statue used to be, before it was taken down.

A summer of sidewalk closures, fencing and noise has already hurt foot traffic and revenue in Philly. Now, a new wave of road work threatens to prolong the pain.

Tony Sorrentino will focus on private-public partnerships to boost city parks.

The state Department of Transportation has spent billions of dollars as part of a robust bridge safety program, rehabbing and maintaining bridges.

An investor owned firm says its proposed Delaware City data center will bring jobs. Residents say it will use too much energy and water.

Transit service riders face reduced service, higher fares and the elimination of dozens of routes just as school and work pick up again in late August.

After the federal government cut funds for beach replenishment, Jersey Shore leaders are clamoring to bring it back.

The New Jersey neighborhood is situated on a barrier island and is remote from the rest of Berkeley Township on the mainland.

SEPTA’s service cuts go into effect one day before the opening of Philly’s public schools. The transit agency is warning students to prepare.

A private developer wants to sell his vast portfolio. City Councilmember Jamie Gauthier is pushing for the city to buy it.

The Philadelphia Housing Authority's CEO Kelvin Jeremiah talks about a $6.3 billion initiative that would redefine public housing in the city.

This is the third push to launch the program. Backers say the money is needed amid a housing crisis marked by a lack of affordable homes.

Major upgrades to U.S. 1, I-76 and Sumneytown Pike are almost done, which could mean smoother drives ahead for Philly-area commuters.

The transit agency is facing severe cutbacks of service and fare hikes if it doesn’t receive money from Harrisburg soon.

The members of DC47 Local 2187 work in professional services in the city.