PlanPhilly Archive

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.

The first permit approval sparked intense opposition from residents and activists. Now some are calling for more air monitoring.

Residents fear the zoning overlay could worsen flooding downstream of the golf course, but a state official and a developer’s contractor say that’s not likely.

Every month, the Philly Fixers Guild helps residents salvage broken, damaged, and disassembled items — and keep them out of the landfill.

The vote comes after a three-year delay caused by the pandemic and political opposition. Construction is expected to start early next year.

Ira Goldstein and Mitchell Little write that the latest attack on Black Philadelphians’ homeownership and wealth accumulation is a company called MV Realty.

The median claim amount for eviction cases is more than double what it was prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.