Holding Philly area developers accountable for defective building

As officials investigate allegations of defective building against Philly developer Streamline, we break down why it can be so difficult to hold these companies accountable.

Air Date: February 5, 2020

Mold and fungus grow in a home built by Streamline. (Photo provided by homeowner)

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It’s a problem faced by hundreds of homebuyers across the Philadelphia region: shoddy construction making brand-new homes unlivable and leaving residents on the hook for costly fixes. As city and state officials investigate allegations against a fast-growing Philadelphia developer, we break down why it can be so difficult to hold these companies accountable.

Guest: Meir Rinde for WHYY’s PlanPhilly

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