Aaron Moselle covers housing and community development for WHYY’s PlanPhilly, filing stories for both radio and web. He’s a native of the city and calls South Philadelphia home.
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Mt. Airy renters say their landlord illegally collected rent. Now they’re suing
The lawsuit proposes class-action status and seeks repairs and the return of rent payments.
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A new study finds investors are snapping up properties in neighborhoods like Germantown and Cobbs Creek — and it could change who can afford to live there.
2 months ago
Listen 1:28Philly’s ‘No Kings’ protest brings thousands of anti-Trump demonstrators to Independence Mall
The crowd was smaller than June’s protest but participants were just as passionate about their opposition to President Trump.
2 months ago
Philly estate planning program has helped 1,000 homeowners complete wills
The Will Power Program was launched in response to the city’s tangled title problem. It has largely helped Black homeowners with low incomes.
2 months ago
Listen 1:02What to know about Philly’s ‘No Kings’ protest
Organizers expect upwards of 20,000 people to march against President Donald Trump’s administration.
2 months ago
Philly’s for-profit eviction system shut down a year ago. Are things any better?
After a string of shootings, the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office is now the only entity performing evictions in the city.
2 months ago
Philly’s low-income renters could become eligible for new rebate under proposed legislation
The bill builds on an existing state rebate program. It’s designed to help tenants living on fixed incomes.
2 months ago
Listen 0:56What Philly Mayor Parker’s first housing plan budget could mean for renters and homeowners
Some advocates say the proposed H.O.M.E budget doesn't go far enough in prioritizing low-income residents.
2 months ago
Listen 4:56Saving LOVE Park’s saucer: Philly historical commission poised to designate ‘iconic’ property
The circular structure has sat vacant for about a decade. The city hopes to fill it in time for a jam-packed year of national events.
2 months ago
Listen 1:09The measure, now moving through Philadelphia City Council, would exclude certain subsidized rental developments.
3 months ago
‘A chain of dominos’: Philly luxury home sales remain on the rise amid affordability crisis
New research out of Drexel University is raising concerns about affordability and gentrification.
3 months ago
New analysis finds evidence of racial bias in Philadelphia home appraisals
Researchers analyzed valuations completed for home purchases and applications to refinance.
3 months ago
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