Urban Planning

Wilmington’s grand plans to duplicate success on the east side of the Christina River get a boost from $4.8 million in federal funds.

In spite of efforts to preserve Philly’s natural environment, recent actions call into question whether city government is failing the climate challenge.

Backers say the idea could boost ridership, improve safety, and increase transit equity.

Solarize Philly helps solar power users donate energy credits to install renewable power in areas where people can’t afford the cost of installation.

The 78-unit complex, situated on a former equestrian facility, is being touted as a model for providing seniors affordable, maintenance-free housing.

Philadelphia's illegal dumping plaque remains out of control, and a new street sweeping program will try to clean up litter. When will we conquer our mountain of trash?

The Provident Mutual building has since been reimagined, and an elementary school is moving in this fall.

The lease with the foundation renovating the course doesn’t require the city to help with any money. But officials want to contribute $3 million over two years.

Ditching the high cost of a botched fare system gets us part of the way there, plus re-prioritizing $9.2 billion in anticipated federal funds.

The bus company said it worked with Philadelphia officials in reconfiguring their terminal. But NJ Transit says it was ignored when it raised safety concerns.

Steep penalties against unscrupulous investors aim to protect homeowners from being pressured into below-market sales.

Philly’s seasonal Community Yard Tree Giveaway aims to expand the city’s tree canopy. Here’s what you need to know.

Pennsylvania law currently puts a $500,000 limit on total damage claims per break, leaving residents, businesses, and PECO scrambling for their shares.

The goal is to use public input to transform the 213 acres once owned by the Archdiocese of Philadelphia into the county’s largest public park.

The Philadelphia Housing Authority is offering signing bonuses and free insurance to landlords who join the agency’s housing voucher program.