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A transformer station.
PlanPhilly
Money

Pa. pauses distributing cash grants for heating bills amid federal budget delay

The state is continuing to accept applications and distribute crisis grants to households at immediate risk of losing heat.

2 years ago

Listen 1:23
Market Square in Germantown
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Rise in residential development in Germantown sparks optimism — and caution

For decades, Germantown was not the kind of place developers held ribbon-cutting ceremonies. But that’s changing.

2 years ago

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Cherelle Parker at a podium smiling and pointing to the audience
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

Here’s what Mayor Parker proposed in her first budget to fight litter and illegal dumping in Philly

Parker’s spending proposal revealed more details about her plan to make Philly the cleanest big city in the country.

2 years ago

Listen 0:56
Kids play on a field on a sunny day
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Don’t forget about us’: Advocates hope Parker moves the needle on Parks & Rec improvements

After taking office, Parker promised to make Philly the “safest, cleanest, and greenest big city in the nation.” Advocates for parks and youth sports have high hopes.

2 years ago

Listen :57
June Burris poses for a photo outside of a building with a sign that reads
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Bellwether for the city’: Housing advocates say luxury townhomes in South Philly violate legal agreement

The developer of St. Anthony’s and Artist Village argues his company is in the clear.

2 years ago

Listen 2:00
The exterior of the Be a Gem Crossing apartment building
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Affordable housing development replaces nuisance motel in North Philly

Be a Gem Crossing offers deeply discounted rents in a neighborhood where the median household income is roughly half of the city’s.

2 years ago

Listen 1:11
An aerial view of Wayne Junction in Germantown
PlanPhilly
Community

‘Blown away’: Philly real estate program hits $50 million in loans

Jumpstart Germantown has grown from a neighborhood-based program to a citywide effort to create more affordable housing.

2 years ago

Listen 1:21
Philadelphia City Hall
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

3 takeaways from City Council’s hearing on Philly’s efforts to slash climate pollution

“It's anybody's guess as to whether we're on track for 2050,” one witness said.

2 years ago

The Samuel S. Baxter Water Treatment Plant on State Road in Philadelphia, Pa.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly plans to revamp its drinking water system. The Water Department wants to hear your thoughts

PWD customers will foot the bill for a massive infrastructure improvement plan. You can learn more about it at a series of upcoming meetings.

3 years ago

Listen 1:09
Flooding on Columbus Blvd.
PlanPhilly
Weather

Philly closes out ‘another warm winter’

Philly winters have been trending warmer. El Niño made this winter one of the city’s warmest and wettest on record.

3 years ago

Listen 0:52
A SEPTA bus in Center City
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Why has SEPTA once again delayed its bus revolution?

After two years of public comment, SEPTA’s bus-route overhaul is yet again back to the public for further comment before being approved for implementation.

3 years ago

Master plan renderings for a revamped South Philly sports complex.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Comcast Spectacor unveils $2.5 billion master plan for South Philly sports complex. Here’s what’s in it

The announcement comes as the Sixers move forward with a proposal to build a downtown basketball arena.

3 years ago

Listen 1:06
A for sale sign is visible on a street in Fishtown, Philadelphia.
PlanPhilly
Community

Racial homeownership gap persists in Philly metro, analysis finds

The finding suggests the metro’s racial homeownership gap is the result of systemic roadblocks that go beyond income, according to a report released last week.

3 years ago

Listen 1:27
Apartment buildings in Center City.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Number of new housing units in Center City area hits 5-year high

The benchmark comes as the area continues to see population growth, including an increase in the number of New York transplants.

3 years ago

Listen 1:00
Patricia Vaughn speaking at a podium
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly could get affordable housing for seniors raising grandchildren

Philadelphia developers could get millions to build more affordable senior housing, and new rules promote building intergenerational apartments.

3 years ago

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