PlanPhilly Archive

A city-commissioned study estimates the ban prevented enough single-use plastic bags to fill City Hall every eight months.

Starting in May, the parking authority will have a unit dedicated to ticketing cars parked in bike lanes.

From the future of PGW to tackling trash, here are the candidates’ plans.

Real estate experts say the struggling stretch of Philly needs more investment. But opponents worry the project will destroy an irreplaceable neighborhood.

Inside WHYY, students from eight area schools listened as their peers shared presentations, spoken word, and projects about the climate in Greater Philadelphia and beyond.

Advocates worry the recent removal of tide gates at FDR Park hurt trees. Experts say it depends on the species and on how long they’re inundated.

Philadelphia's first water commissioner transformed the city's drinking water system but "was no saint.”

The forum in Center City focused on how to preserve and grow the city’s limited supply of affordable housing.

The settlement will bring new affordable housing to the site and provide money to displaced residents.

The company redeveloping the former PES refinery site has promised a “green, sustainable” project, but residents want more specific commitments.

Council authorized hearings on Philadelphia’s emergency management practices for drinking water threats after a March chemical spill triggered a bottled water advisory.

Philly’s air monitors did not detect a rise in unhealthy particulate pollution during Wednesday’s fire, officials say, but the closest monitor is two miles away.

Saturday’s event features a candidate forum, a play written by teens, and workshops on gentrification and jobs.

Philly already disposes of city-owned land for affordable housing projects. But making this campaign plank a scalable solution presents obstacles for Philly’s next mayor.

The established charter school is refurbishing a former PECO building to continue assisting young adults with obtaining high school diplomas and workforce training.