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Housing

Philadelphiia Housing Authority headquarters occupies a triangle of land at Ridge Avenue and 20th Street adjacent to the Sharswood neighborhood.
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Why Philly’s public housing costs an average of $315,000 per unit

PHA’s $6.3 billion plan would remake its aging housing portfolio. Its per-unit estimate, which rivals the value of many Philadelphia homes, doesn’t tell the full story.

2 days ago

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a home
Urban Planning

Federal grant aids Delaware families in building their own affordable homes in Sussex and Kent counties

The grant was awarded to Milford Housing Development Corporation, a nonprofit developer that assists low-income families in building their own homes.

3 days ago

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Politics & Policy

New Jersey is targeting algorithmic pricing by landlords as rents remain among nation’s highest

The FAIR Act aims to prevent landlords from using shared rental data and pricing software to coordinate rents and drive up housing costs.

6 days ago

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a sign at the Bentley Manor apartment complex
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

West Oak Lane renters could receive cash refunds under new class-action settlement

Tenants at Bentley Manor sued Odin Properties last year, alleging the landlord illegally collected rent while the building was deemed unsafe.

7 days ago

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Rowhomes in Wilmington on a sunny day
Studio 2
Urban Planning

Big Fix: Solutions to the housing crisis

In this month's Big Fix episode: the housing crisis. Flexible zoning, more vouchers, accessory dwelling units, YIMBYISM and more.

Air Date: July 29, 2026 12:00 pm

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outside the All American Gardens complex
Community

A Camden apartment complex was threatened with condemnation 3 years ago. It has 156 new violations

A recent annual inspection found 156 violations at the All American Gardens complex that attracted inspectors from Camden city and county.

1 week ago

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Aerial photo of the Philly skyline looking down the Parkway toward City Hall.
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

A corporate landlord in Philly broke the law by using rent-setting software, tenant alleges

Willow Bridge manages 244 apartments in University City and Center City. The lawsuit is believed to be the first since the city's antitrust law took effect.

1 week ago

The Delaware Legislative Hall, the state capitol building of Delaware, is seen in Dover, Del., Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)
Politics & Policy

Sussex County pulls land use applications from review after Delaware adopts affordable housing law

Senate Bill 23 allows certain residential development applications to forego public hearings. Sussex County officials said they’re working to adjust approval processes.

2 weeks ago

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The shuttered Rudolph Walton elementary school in Strawberry Mansion
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A vacant 126-year-old school in Strawberry Mansion will become senior housing

The $34 million project will repurpose the historic property through a partnership with the Philadelphia Housing Authority.

2 weeks ago

Tanesha Oglesby is pleased to have a new kitchen free of asthma triggers
Health

Philadelphia doctors and construction workers target childhood asthma triggers with free home repair program

CHOP and Rebuilding Together Philadelphia work to remove mold, dust, pests and air quality issues that can trigger asthma attacks in kids.

3 weeks ago

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Cornerstone Baptist Church in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion neighborhood
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A vacant church in Philadelphia’s Strawberry Mansion will become workforce housing

The $10 million project will reuse Cornerstone Baptist Church on North 33rd Street. The property has sat vacant for more than five years.

3 weeks ago

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An aerial view of residential streets in West Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Thousands of West Philly tenants remain in limbo as city considers saving 925 affordable rentals

The city missed its exclusive window to bid on the homes, opening the door to outside buyers and possible displacement.

3 weeks ago

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The Middle Township Municipal Building
Urban Planning

South Jersey woman opts for mediation in eminent domain fight over her Whitesboro property

Dawn Robinson has been fighting efforts from the city to force her to sell her 2.4-acre property in Middle Township.

1 month ago

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A small house that serves as an accessory dwelling unit
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Backyard homes and basement apartments could become easier to build in Pa. Here’s why

Accessory dwelling units would help close the gap of affordable rentals, supporters say.

1 month ago

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Bartram Village comprises 44 aging brick buildings
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A $425M revamp: Bartram Village in Southwest Philly will be replaced with 500+ affordable rentals

An emergency declaration cleared the way for the site’s 44 aging, vacant homes to be demolished.

1 month ago

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