Urban Planning

Philadelphia’s 100,000 streetlamps vary in brightness and intensity, leaving some areas darker, and more dangerous than others.

The Philadelphia developer is seeking approval to build 190 units of housing on an industrial lot with lead and other toxins in soil.

SEPTA riders will soon be able to look at a sign in a train station and see in real time when trains are arriving, on time or otherwise.

Property damages related to excavation work by negligent contractors is a growing problem in Philadelphia as developers try to maximize square footage on small lots.

Throughout the mid-20th century, Philly looked at turning South Street into a highway. Here's why the iconic party, music and shopping destination was spared.

Rising sea levels are a serious threat to low-lying areas of the city.

We have a crisis of exclusion within the building industry.

A lot is riding on the job Kira Strong describes as “a total privilege,” including the mayor’s legacy. Construction begins on 11 projects this spring.

It’s been tried before.

For the first time, officials will know how air quality compares in different parts of the city. But the new system isn’t designed for real-time use.

Increases projected to be modest, after most recent power auction, but BPU does raise concerns about money utilities are pumping into transmission.

Local officials, utilities among those urging BPU to adopt the lighting, which is supposed to reduce energy costs, greenhouse gas emissions.

Officials are still working out details of the new payment system, but phasing out the Freedom fare card is a possibility.

It’s already a National Historic Landmark, but is still in danger of decay.

New West Philly Councilmember Jamie Gauthier is challenging a Philadelphia Housing Authority plan to sell two of the last public housing high-rises in her district.