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Politics & Policy

‘Window dressing’: Delaware Republicans question bipartisan nature of hearings into property tax hikes

Republican state lawmakers complain they were not consulted before Democrats announced bipartisan committee hearings.

2 weeks ago

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A rendering of the new development at the former site of Hoa Binh Plaza in South Philadelphia
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Urban Planning

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.

2 weeks ago

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Abandoned van on W Monmouth Street in Philadelphia
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Urban Planning

Philadelphia’s most demolished street and what happens after the houses are gone

West Monmouth used to be a cobblestone street so clean you could eat off it, according to Lawrence West. Now almost 40% of the street’s houses are gone.

4 weeks ago

Homes near downtown Wilmington.
Politics & Policy

‘Outrageous’: Delaware lawmakers schedule special session to address anger over higher property tax bills

Counties hadn’t done property reassessments in decades. But a recent court decision forced their hand.

1 month ago

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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
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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.

4 months ago

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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.

4 months 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.

5 months ago

The front door of the historic Church of the Assumption
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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.

5 months ago

A home in Germantown
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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.

5 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.

6 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.

6 months ago

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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.

6 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.

6 months ago

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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.

6 months ago

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