PlanPhilly Archive

Appraisals are more likely to be below contract sale prices in primarily Black neighborhoods than in primarily white neighborhoods in the city.

“Come out, walk the trails, discover nature,” said Alicia Burbage. “You'll be amazed at what you can find.”

Assistant District Attorney Anthony Voci was sent to the insurance fraud unit after the September 2020 incident that sent a young woman to jail.

Opponents worry the bill could lead to more tree loss and flooding. “Please listen to us, man,” one activist pleaded.

The proposed 76ers arena threatens to repeat the years of misguided development that created the dead zone on Market Street, writes Akira Drake Rodriguez.

An agenda advocacy organizations launched Wednesday includes restructuring the city’s waste operations and rebuilding public trust around recycling.

A coalition of advocacy groups wants candidates running for mayor to commit to a platform of policies to end litter, illegal dumping, and other waste.

The Roundhouse served as police headquarters for nearly six decades. Now it’s going up for sale. And it’s unclear if it’ll be preserved or demolished.

Philadelphia launches a new financial assistance program to help resolve landlord-tenant disputes over back rent before they become the basis of an eviction filing.

More Philly renters with low income will be able to get free legal representation. The program is designed to help those at risk of losing their homes to eviction.

A new weekly program invites library-goers to crochet, knit, embroider, and sew, no matter their skill level.

The bill, which would exempt the golf course from rules meant to prevent erosion, was amended again to further address environmental concerns.

Home buying is more predictable as the Philadelphia real estate market recovers from the COVID-19 uncertainty.

Construction is slated to start this week on Arguto Court, an adaptive reuse project featuring office space and a cafe.

Some residents have voiced opposition to SEPTA's proposed changes, arguing they would negatively impact Black and brown transit riders the most.