Urban Planning
Councilmember Jamie Gauthier opposes 48th and Chester ‘poop building’
Councilmember Jamie Gauthier released a statement opposing plans for a proposed West Philly apartment building that had sparked controversial research.
5 years ago
A ‘progressive’ approach to taxing land gains traction in Philly Council
After years of drama over unfair property taxes, Council considers a land tax that advocates believe could lower assessments for some property owners.
5 years ago
Philly’s online sheriff sale contract violated city charter
A controversial city contract that outsourced sheriff sales to a private online auction house was issued in violation of Philadelphia's government contracting laws.
5 years ago
NBC10
Traffic nightmare coming to Philly this weekend with I-76, Kelly Drive closures
Here is what you need to know for getting around the closures of the Schuylkill Expressway and Kelly Drive (and lane restrictions on Girard Avenue) in Philly this weekend.
5 years ago
How one Philly ‘streetery’ experiment became a victim of its own success
As a popular dining destination faces city orders to rebuild a costly outdoor dining setup, advocates call for a clearer plan for opening up streets.
5 years ago
Philly courts halt sheriff sales after outcry over abrupt shift to online platform
The move to virtual sales raised fears from housing advocates about speculation and questions about the cost of moving to a private online platform.
5 years ago
Eyes on the Street
Philly neighborhoods are fighting over development. A new tool may help
The free online tool grapples with the question that looms over many development-related clashes: How to grow a neighborhood without disrupting its fabric.
5 years ago
‘We need to adapt’: SEPTA launches $25 million bus system redesign
SEPTA riders may encounter consultants surveying riders about their experiences commuting as soon as Monday.
5 years ago
Pennsylvania Senate OKs bill to halt plans to toll bridges
Republicans contend that the unilateral process leading to PennDOT's announcement in February has lacked transparency and was never envisioned by lawmakers.
5 years ago
‘I don’t have a [rich] uncle’: Black-led fund aims to raise $100M for Philly developers
The capital network group wants to create a new pipeline for Black real estate entrepreneurs.
5 years ago
SEPTA proposes $618 million capital budget
SEPTA is treading on uncertain financial footing as it prepares to enter the new fiscal year.
5 years ago
Wilmington council backs plan to cap I-95 and create a park
Council members unanimously backed a resolution supporting a proposal to put a lid atop I-95 through part of the city to reconnect neighborhoods with a park.
5 years ago
SEPTA takes pride in cleaning, increased security at Somerset Station
SEPTA General Manager Leslie Richards said the Market-Frankford Line station is now a model for other stations in the system.
5 years ago
No lay-offs, more cleaners and more service: SEPTA proposes forward-looking $1.5B budget
The transit agency’s spending plan relies on a temporary cash infusion of $1.5 billion in federal COVID-19 relief funds.
5 years ago
City Council demands answers on Philly sheriff’s sudden move to online sales
Under pressure, officials admitted that the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office had entered into a six-year contract with Bid4Assets without issuing a public request for proposals.
5 years ago