Urban Planning

Opponents worry the bill could lead to more tree loss and flooding. “Please listen to us, man,” one activist pleaded.

The proposed 76ers arena threatens to repeat the years of misguided development that created the dead zone on Market Street, writes Akira Drake Rodriguez.

Environmental groups plan to use state funding to plant trees in environmentally overburdened neighborhoods in places like Camden, Newark, and Trenton.

A coalition of advocacy groups wants candidates running for mayor to commit to a platform of policies to end litter, illegal dumping, and other waste.

The Roundhouse served as police headquarters for nearly six decades. Now it’s going up for sale. And it’s unclear if it’ll be preserved or demolished.

A proposed route along Roosevelt Blvd., the idea for which was first floated more than a century ago, isn't currently financially feasible, said SEPTA GM Leslie Richards.

The bill, which would exempt the golf course from rules meant to prevent erosion, was amended again to further address environmental concerns.

The “boner4ever” block is now the rare home to side-by-side projects with community guarantees.

Construction is slated to start this week on Arguto Court, an adaptive reuse project featuring office space and a cafe.

Some residents have voiced opposition to SEPTA's proposed changes, arguing they would negatively impact Black and brown transit riders the most.

The first permit approval sparked intense opposition from residents and activists. Now some are calling for more air monitoring.

Opponents of the SEPTA ‘Bus Revolution’ said the plan would make it more difficult to use the transit system, especially for students and seniors.

Residents fear the zoning overlay could worsen flooding downstream of the golf course, but a state official and a developer’s contractor say that’s not likely.

After a community feedback session, Delaware County officials are still marching forward with plans of opening the county’s largest park.

Yeah, it’s rough out here. The 2022 Inrix Global Traffic Scorecard ranked Philly above Los Angeles and Washington D.C. for traffic congestion.