Housing
Advocates say a lack of shelter beds is forcing people to sleep outside. But Wilmington officials plan to limit tents to one park.
2 months ago
Listen 3:09Philly’s for-profit eviction system shut down a year ago. Are things any better?
After a string of shootings, the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office is now the only entity performing evictions in the city.
2 months ago
Philly’s low-income renters could become eligible for new rebate under proposed legislation
The bill builds on an existing state rebate program. It’s designed to help tenants living on fixed incomes.
2 months ago
Listen 0:56Camden officials tout $16M collaboration to provide affordable housing
The Camden Community Housing Collaborative aims to provide options for residents and people who want to move to the city.
2 months ago
Listen 0:53Delaware state lawmakers hold second hearing into once-in-40-year property reassessments
Kent and Sussex counties received praise for clear communication, while New Castle County was criticized for a lack of transparency.
2 months ago
Listen 1:03Los funcionarios de la ciudad dicen que la carga fiscal recae desproporcionadamente sobre las propiedades residenciales en las zonas de menores ingresos de la ciudad.
3 months ago
What Philly Mayor Parker’s first housing plan budget could mean for renters and homeowners
Some advocates say the proposed H.O.M.E budget doesn't go far enough in prioritizing low-income residents.
3 months ago
Listen 4:56Wilmington extends property tax deadline, announces effort to reappraise poor neighborhoods
City officials say the tax burden is disproportionately falling on residential properties in the lowest-income areas of the city.
3 months ago
Listen 0:50Philly centenarians share lessons, and memories, at Simpson House celebration
The 5, all women, had been everything from choir members to welders during World War II, in their 100-plus years.
3 months ago
The measure, now moving through Philadelphia City Council, would exclude certain subsidized rental developments.
3 months ago
New analysis finds evidence of racial bias in Philadelphia home appraisals
Researchers analyzed valuations completed for home purchases and applications to refinance.
3 months ago
Listen 1:27Harrowgate affordable housing project will transform industrial lot
The development from Odin Properties in North Philadelphia is the company’s first government-backed project.
3 months ago
A new study shows the PHLHousing+ program is reducing evictions and homelessness among participating families. It’s unclear if the pilot will become permanent.
4 months ago
Los propietarios de viviendas del condado de New Castle están molestos porque sus impuestos aumentan mientras que los de algunas grandes empresas caen.
4 months ago
Large-scale apartment building on track to replace former Hoa Binh Plaza
The project is part of a broader movement away from the industrial heritage of Philly’s Washington Avenue corridor.
4 months ago
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