PlanPhilly Archive
Tons of Philadelphia’s trash are burned in Chester. A bill in City Council could stop that
The proposal would require the city to rethink its waste disposal contracts after they expire next summer.
5 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.
5 months ago
New analysis finds evidence of racial bias in Philadelphia home appraisals
Researchers analyzed valuations completed for home purchases and applications to refinance.
5 months ago
Listen 1:27Philadelphia tests out ‘cool pavement’ in Hunting Park to combat summer heat
The city finished installing a second “cool pavement” test patch this summer. So far, results are mixed.
5 months ago
Listen 4:31Legislative timeline for new Sixers arena remains up in the air as lawmakers return to session
The team wants to open a new facility by 2031, but it’s unclear when the topic may come up in Philadelphia City Council.
5 months ago
Listen 1:07‘Everything was floating’: Flooding of FDR Park’s boathouse destroys nonprofit’s equipment
The nonprofit Discovery Pathways says equipment, including life jackets, boat paddles, fishing rods, kayak seats and power tools, was damaged.
5 months ago
Listen 1:11Harrowgate affordable housing project will transform industrial lot
The development from Odin Properties in North Philadelphia is the company’s first government-backed project.
5 months ago
A new study shows the PHLHousing+ program is reducing evictions and homelessness among participating families. It’s unclear if the pilot will become permanent.
5 months ago
Feet First Philly offers mini-grants for safer, walkable neighborhoods
The call for community-led projects across Philadelphia is open until Oct. 1. All city residents and community groups are welcome to apply.
5 months ago
WHYY’s PlanPhilly to host pop-up newsroom at Cobbs Creek Library on Sept. 4
The event is a chance for community members to speak directly with journalists reporting on transportation and housing concerns.
5 months ago
Acquaint yourself with Philadelphia’s parks with Fairmount Park Conservancy’s fall programming
The Fairmount Park Conservancy runs programs all year, and the busiest season is here.
5 months ago
Large-scale apartment building on track to replace former Hoa Binh Plaza
The project is part of a broader movement away from the industrial heritage of Philly’s Washington Avenue corridor.
5 months ago
Listen 1:09Walk Around Philadelphia’s fall cycle begins
The city-perimeter journey returns this fall, inviting Philadelphians to rediscover and connect with their city and neighbors, step by step.
5 months ago
A major solar installer in Philly is ceasing most operations amid federal tax credit rollbacks
In a letter obtained by WHYY, PosiGen’s CEO said recent rollbacks to federal tax credits made it harder for the company to secure financing.
5 months ago
Listen 1:27West Philadelphia neighbors react to upcoming SEPTA service cuts
West Philly residents are voicing concerns about SEPTA’s proposed cuts, which would reshape how families, workers and community members move around the city.
5 months ago
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