
Urban Planning
Western end of Washington Ave. to get traffic calming measures
The road west of Broad Street will get speed bumps and “hardened centerlines,” even though it’s being left out of the road narrowing plan.
3 years ago
Philadelphia drops new regulations on streeteries: Here’s what you should know
While the regulations go into effect immediately, restaurant owners will have a period of time to review options available to them, and prepare.
3 years ago
What to know about Philly’s ADA settlement over curb cuts
The ADA settlement covers ramps that connect sidewalks to streets, but not sidewalks themselves. “It takes time,” one disability rights advocate said.
3 years ago
Listen 4:49A tree falls in Tioga to signal the start of an effort to clean alleyways of vegetation
The goal is to restore access to city alleyways choked off by trees and other vegetation.
3 years ago
Getting to the bottom of Philadelphia’s potholes
What causes potholes — and why are there so many of them?
3 years ago
Listen 11:52More bike lanes open in Philly as part of Vision Zero initiative
Adding more protected bike lanes is part of the city’s Vision Zero plan to limit speeding and reduce traffic fatalities.
3 years ago
SEPTA is considering cutting 26 routes to improve on-time service
The goal is to encourage riders to return to mass transit by making it better and faster.
3 years ago
Philadelphia to launch ‘Smart Loading Zones’ pilot program
Later this month, 21 zones throughout Center City will be available to reserve through the Pebble Driver App.
3 years ago
Rehoboth considers ban on gas-powered mowers and other yard equipment
A Rehoboth Beach committee is expected to recommend a phased-in ban on gas-powered gear to cut down on pollution and noise.
3 years ago
SEPTA launches QR code reporting system to keep buses and trains clean
On a dirty bus or train and want to notify SEPTA? You’ll soon be able to do just that by scanning a QR code with your smartphone.
3 years ago
‘MeadowFest’ celebrates the FDR park meadows with art, activism, and citizen science
Beekeeping, painting, tree mapping — a weeklong festival celebrates what’s left of “the meadows.”
3 years ago
It’s time for Philadelphia to invest in solutions that will make our city’s public spaces safer, more equitable, and enjoyable for all, writes Ariel Ben-Amos.
3 years ago
After two decades, Eastwick celebrates renovations at a much-loved park and playground
Southwest Philly residents are pushing for more fixes at a rec center plagued by repeated flooding.
3 years ago
More red light cameras coming to Philly intersections
More red light cameras are coming to Philly intersections next year as part of an effort to make city streets safer.
3 years ago
City Council seeks to extend Philly’s eviction diversion program past December
The heralded program is currently set to expire at the end of the year. A bill moving through the City Council would change that.
3 years ago