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Housing

Casas en New Castle, Delaware
Politics & Policy

La Corte Suprema de Delaware allana el camino para que los propietarios de viviendas del condado de New Castle paguen impuestos más bajos

Los propietarios de Delaware perdieron su apuesta de obtener una ley que otorgase alivio en el impuesto de propiedad a los propietarios de viviendas.

7 months ago

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer delivers his first State of the State address
Politics & Policy

‘We’re not out of the woods’: Delaware passes legislation to shore up $400M budget shortfall

The bill decouples federal and Delaware state tax code. Corporate income tax makes up about 5% of the state budget.

7 months ago

Listen 0:47
homes on a street
Politics & Policy

Delaware lawmakers sharply question New Castle County officials in sometimes-tense property tax reassessment hearing

The hearing grew tense at times as New Castle County officials corrected a few of their answers to lawmakers.

7 months ago

Listen 1:02
Kelvin A. Jeremia looks on
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia Housing Authority will shrink staff in 2026 to cut operating expenses

The decision is meant to reduce operating costs as the agency works to remake its entire portfolio of affordable units.

7 months ago

Listen 1:05
Una casa de dos dormitorios de Little Living
Community

Little Living espera expandir su iniciativa de vivienda asequible en Delaware al condado de Kent, pero al margen de restricciones de zonificación

Un proyecto de 25 millones de dólares de Little Living transformaría 22,5 acres de terreno en una comunidad alimentada por energía solar para la clase trabajadora del condado.

7 months ago

a rendering of a proposed housing project in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia development would bring hundreds of affordable units to industrial site

The homes would be naturally occurring affordable housing. They would replace a vacant warehouse.

7 months ago

Algunas personas sin hogar en Wilmington se están refugiando bajo un paso elevado en la ciudad. (Sarah Mueller/WHYY)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Debating Trump’s approach to homelessness

The Trump administration announced significant cuts to permanent housing programs. It wants to prioritize organizations focusing on drug treatment and work initiatives.

Air Date: November 17, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 51:40
homes on a street
Politics & Policy

Delaware Supreme Court clears way for New Castle County homeowners to pay lower taxes

Delaware landlords lost their bid to have a law providing property tax relief to homeowners ruled unconstitutional.

7 months ago

Listen 0:51
Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s mayor insists housing plan will help lowest income residents. Some City Council members aren’t convinced

Since the start, the Parker administration has said the H.O.M.E. initiative is for everyone. Advocates say the most vulnerable need to be prioritized.

7 months ago

Listen 1:07
Empty courtroom
Politics & Policy

‘In a pickle’: Fight over law allowing higher tax rates for commercial properties moves to Delaware Supreme Court

The Delaware Chancery Court sided with government officials last month over whether some school districts can set split tax rates for properties.

7 months ago

Rev. Gregory Edwards speaking at the podium surrounded by other people
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

‘Lacking a moral compass’: Activists call on Philly officials to repeal cuts to city’s business tax

POWER Interfaith members fear the loss of revenue due to BIRT cuts could raise property taxes and slash critical services.

7 months ago

Listen 1:21
Lori Peterson appears in her apartment
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Who will benefit from Philly’s $2 billion housing plan? Not the most vulnerable, advocates say

Critics argue that Mayor Parker’s H.O.M.E. initiative doesn’t focus enough on the city’s lowest-income renters and homeowners, including older adults.

7 months ago

A two-bedroom home from Little Living
Community

Little Living hopes to expand Delaware affordable housing effort to Kent County, but outside of zoning restrictions

A $25 million project by Little Living would transform 22.5 acres of land into a solar-powered community for Kent County's working class.

7 months ago

Listen 1:12
a sign for Upsal Garden Apartments
PlanPhilly
Courts & Law

Mt. Airy renters say their landlord illegally collected rent. Now they’re suing

The lawsuit proposes class-action status and seeks repairs and the return of rent payments.

8 months ago

Rowhouses in Wilmington
Politics & Policy

Delaware Chancery Court judge tosses challenge to law allowing school districts to split property tax rates

New Castle County officials say they will work quickly to send out the new tax bills. Property taxes are due by Nov. 30.

8 months ago

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