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A eviction notice paper sits on a table
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Pennsylvania may become the latest state that automatically seals eviction records. Here’s what to know

If passed, the bill would benefit thousands of renters across the state who struggle to find safe housing because of their record.

9 months ago

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The School District of Philadelphia headquarters are shown in Philadelphia, Tuesday, July 23, 2024.
PlanPhilly
Health

Philly schools delayed asbestos inspections and ‘knowingly’ failed to make repairs, according to DOJ agreement

The district’s agreement with DOJ to delay prosecution of criminal charges describes asbestos issues at 31 schools.

9 months ago

A Philadelphia Parking Authority parking meter
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

PPA on-street parking rates have gone up in Center City

The Philadelphia Parking Authority expects the rate increase to generate an additional $4 million in revenue.

9 months ago

the intersection of Baltimore Avenue, Cobbs Creek Parkway and 58th Street
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Safety fixes planned at West Philadelphia intersection where cyclist was killed last month

Safety improvements are coming to 58th Street and Baltimore Avenue. Residents say the changes can’t come soon enough.

9 months ago

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A Philadelphia school bus
PlanPhilly
Education

DOJ files criminal charges against School District of Philadelphia over asbestos management

Under a deferred prosecution agreement, the federal government may drop the criminal charges if the district complies with federal law.

9 months ago

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A rendering of an overhead view of the proposed 22nd Police District
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

After yearslong battle, work has begun on new headquarters for Philly’s 22nd Police District

The North Central Public Safety Building will include a new police station and a Police Athletic League center.

9 months ago

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Seamless Professionals developers
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly training program for minority developers will help fuel Mayor Parker’s housing plan. ‘An opportunity to change your life.’

The administration wants to ramp up homebuilding on vacant land. Graduates of the Minority Developer Program are positioned to do the work.

9 months ago

Advocates are seen at a protest organized by Renter’s Justice Campaign
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Philadelphia property management worker files suit over assault during 2023 eviction

The complaint filed by Angelize Rodriguez is the latest fallout from a series of shootings that shuttered the Landlord and Tenant Office last year.

9 months ago

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Castor Ave. in Northeast Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Northeast Philly neighbors sue to block PennDOT’s plans to narrow a commercial corridor for cars, add bike lanes

Take Back Your Neighborhood filed a lawsuit against PennDOT, SEPTA and State Rep. Jared Solomon over plans to remove car lanes along Castor Avenue.

9 months ago

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Rue Landau looks on
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

What Philly renters and landlords need to know about changes to security deposits on track to become law

Renters won’t need to pay a lump sum before they move in and can use installments under a Philadelphia City Council bill that’s headed to Mayor Cherelle Parker’s desk.

9 months ago

Members of OnePA Renters United Philadelphia hold signs reading SAFE HEALTHY HOMES and PROTECT RENTERS! VOTE YES
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia can now create an anti-displacement fund for tenants. Will it happen?

For now, there is no dedicated funding, but that could change if the bill’s sponsor gets his way.

9 months ago

Rudbeckia flowers in the Summer Winter Community Garden
PlanPhilly
Community

West Philly’s Summer Winter Community Garden will be preserved through land trust

The Powelton Village community garden is located in an area facing development pressure, says Jenny Greenberg of Neighborhood Gardens Trust.

9 months ago

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an aerial view of housing in North Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia City Council just approved Mayor Parker’s signature housing proposal. Here’s what you need to know

The $2 billion plan — the Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative — is rooted in creating and preserving 30,000 units of housing, and is backed by a massive bond.

9 months ago

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The North Philadelphia property that Kingzakariyah Martin developed
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘It’s not a get-rich-quick scheme’: Jumpstart Philly celebrates 10 years of removing blight

Launched in 2015, the training program provides loans to aspiring developers who typically struggle to finance real estate projects.

9 months ago

Listen 1:05
Oshunbumi Fernandez-West
PlanPhilly
Community

Meet the woman behind Philly’s longest-running African American street festival, Odunde

For second-generation Odunde leader Oshunbumi Fernandez-West, investing in Philadelphia’s youth to learn about entrepreneurship is a top priority.

9 months ago

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