PlanPhilly Archive

The measure gives the city the ability to sue violators on behalf of tenants.

The project started in 2020 and is expected to wrap up early next year.

Members of POWER Interfaith raised a number of concerns with the deal that would keep the Sixers in the city until 2061.

City sanitation crews have already collected tons worth of household items too big to put in the regular trash.

For decades, AMI has shaped affordable housing programs in the city. Some advocates think the measure misses the mark and should be localized.

The antitrust measure is designed to help tenants with low-incomes to stay housed.

More than one in seven outdoor workers faced heat-related symptoms on the job last year, according to a survey by a research nonprofit.

The agreement, which would keep the Sixers in Philly until at least 2061, was announced Wednesday during a hastily called news conference.

The one-year fellowship is operated by the Philadelphia Energy Authority with funding from the state.

The building, which dates back to 1914 and was used to store and ship goods, will now be home to a CubeSmart self-storage facility.

The state has nearly 100,000 fewer housing units than it needs. Experts say federal policy could help close the gap.

Items eligible for pickup include refrigerators, large furniture, hot water heaters and even tires.

The 10-bus pilot is part of the agency's efforts to transition to a climate-friendly fleet. But it has attracted criticism from some environmentalists.

The city, school district and a group of nonprofits are officially joining forces to plant and protect more trees.

Mayor Cherelle Parker said she will present a legislative package to City Council for approval on a new 76ers arena to be developed in Center City.