Housing

The Landlord and Tenant Office has conducted evictions since the 1970s. Tenants and advocates say it’s time to get rid of it.

Many are still struggling with repairs and others have reported break-ins. Civic association leaders say the city has provided little coordinated response.

The state is looking for potential sources of combustible natural gas such as landfills, sewer lines, wells, pipelines and coal mines.

The Housing Outreach and Stability Services program addresses housing instability by partnering with local organizations, offering case management and community outreach.

Philadelphia got over $163 million in federal recovery money tied to Ida. The city plans to spend nearly a third of it to improve housing.

Paul Oravitz, 56, who had severe burns over most of his body, died Wednesday in a Pittsburgh hospital, four days after the explosion in Plum.

The cause of the blast that killed five people — including two municipal officials — remains under investigation.

The Philadelphia Energy Authority released a Request for Proposals Monday that could see 750 low- to moderate-income households get solar panels installed on their roofs.

The Eviction Diversion Program started as a temporary initiative to keep rental disputes out of court. Three years on, it’s having a lasting impact few cities have realized.

The popular home repairs program is on a list of spending initiatives a state budget official has said need additional legislation.

High mortgage rates, overvalued homes, and low inventory continue to hurt renters looking to enter the housing market.

The Inn of the Amazing Mercy will provide short-term and permanent supportive housing to more than 60 residents.

Marisa Shuter had agreed to temporarily stop performing evictions after a string of shootings involving her deputies.

The Diamond Preventative Health Hub will also be home to 10,000 square feet of commercial space.

Wilmington Housing Authority will use a $50 million federal grant to accelerate the Riverside development project to add more than 700 affordable homes.