Housing

The $7.1 billion plan contains many of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s housing priorities, but none of the staffing requests made by elected officials.

A “functional zero” means that three or fewer people were experiencing chronic homelessness in Chester County.

Amid an affordable housing crisis, the Philadelphia Housing Authority is spending billions to expand its portfolio of subsidized units.

The bill is part of a broader effort to increase the capacity of the Fair Housing Commission, which is responsible for policing a variety of renter protections.

Elected officials and residents gathered Monday for a groundbreaking ceremony on the 1600 block of West Venango Street.

Mayor John Carney took issue with the tactics of protesters who have been demanding more aid to Wilmington’s rent-burdened renters and more shelter beds.

Construction on the 20-unit rental complex is expected to be completed by early 2027.

Advocates say additional staffing would enable employees to prepare more cases for administrative hearings, positioning the agency to make more rulings.

Amid a shortage of senior housing, the project will bring deeply affordable apartments for older adults and new homeownership opportunities to the neighborhood.

Named after Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church, which once occupied the site, the building addresses a critical need for affordable housing.

Fair housing advocates hope the decision empowers more tenants to speak out in a city where fears of retaliation run deep.

Starting in early July, the vast portfolio of properties can be marketed to the general public. Housing advocates fear that could displace thousands.

The Turn the Key program promised affordable homeownership. Critics say many residents are priced out, raising the question: Who is "affordable housing" for?

The law firm representing Middle Township claims a planned housing development will help community members.

The office is the sole entity responsible for carrying out evictions. It's taking months to close cases — and costing landlords.