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In this image from a drone, workers construct a new house elevated with cinder blocks in Stone Harbor, New Jersey, on Thursday, July 23, 2020. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

Rising seas, rising costs: The future of the Jersey Shore

Beaches are open, but things may get more pricey down the shore. Many Jersey homeowners have seen their home insurance premiums spike. What can we do about the shore?

Air Date: May 27, 2025 12:00 pm

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Jamie Gauthier sits in front of a microphone
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly’s zoning board may gain leverage to hold private developers more accountable

A bill moving through City Council would require developers to legally commit to creating affordable housing they’ve promised the community.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:11
A view of the Brandywine Building
Politics & Policy

Why is Delaware pursuing a $3M lease for the Department of Justice from Wilmington’s most prominent developer?

Attorney General Kathy Jennings says she abandoned the idea she championed last year, but the money remains in the state’s proposed budget.

3 weeks ago

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An artist rendering of a building at 3838 Market Street in Philadelphia
Urban Planning

Philly life sciences slowdown leaves big lots empty — and residents awaiting a new grocery store

Economic challenges are leaving projects on hold as developers struggle to secure tenants and financing.

1 month ago

The front door of the historic Church of the Assumption
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Historic Spring Garden church could be sold to highest bidder

The former Church of the Assumption has sat vacant for decades, and the building structure is considered unsafe by city regulators.

2 months ago

A home in Germantown
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Uncertain future for blighted Philly properties once part of Germantown Settlement empire

The Philadelphia Housing Authority has committed to rehabbing and renting the properties, but an anti-blight nonprofit could end up with them instead.

2 months ago

Vacant lot in South Philly.
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

After long hiatus, Philadelphia Land Bank will begin bidding on vacant properties

The public agency’s board of directors approved an agreement with the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office on Saturday.

2 months ago

Jeffery Young Jr. claps
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

A zoning bill meant to punish ‘bad actors’ passed in Philly City Council, but some argue it’s simply more red tape

Opponents argue the changes would overwhelm the city’s zoning board while supporters hope it would curb nuisance businesses in Philadelphia neighborhoods.

2 months ago

Listen 1:03
outside the Fashion District Mall
Urban Planning

Philly unrings the bell on Sixers Market Street arena zoning changes

The Sixers arena deal died in January, but two months later, City Council is finally changing the space back to its former zoning.

2 months ago

the U.S. Customs House in Philadelphia
PlanPhilly
Politics & Policy

How much will Philly’s federal footprint shrink under Trump? Here’s what we know

The economic impact of a smaller federal government in the region has meant fewer workers, canceled office leases, buildings for sale and some contracts terminated.

3 months ago

Listen 1:01
Several homes on a residential block
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philly tax sales resumed nearly a year ago. The land bank still hasn’t bid on any properties

The public agency has funding to acquire new parcels for affordable housing and community gardens, but is still not a priority bidder.

3 months ago

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buildings near 18th and Market streets
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

Philadelphia has more ‘vibrant mixed-use’ buildings than peer cities. Is that a good thing?

Philadelphia has a smaller prime business district than most of its peers, but the largest vibrant mixed-use portfolio, a CBRE report shows.

3 months ago

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Market and 13th streets
PlanPhilly
Urban Planning

After the Sixers arena pivot: Philly’s Market East corridor remains a top priority and a sizable challenge

The Philadelphia 76ers are no longer building an arena in Center City. But reviving the area is still on the table.

4 months ago

Listen 6:30
new home on a residential street
Urban Planning

Median home prices are up in Camden — and all of New Jersey

Camden officials touted an increase in market-rate housing prices by touring a zip code deemed the “hottest” in the Philadelphia region.

4 months ago

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A mansion on a large estate
Community

Longtime Philadelphia TV anchor and former N.J. lawmaker Diane Allen is selling her historic mansion along the Delaware River

Allen says the time has come to downsize and spend more time with family.

4 months ago

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