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At a community meeting, organizers and residents also expressed worry about alleged connections between the 76ers and mayoral candidate Jeff Brown.
3 years ago
Philly L&I is testing out virtual inspections to make the permit process more efficient
The initiative aims to both streamline the process and save time for inspectors who can forgo parking and travel between sites.
3 years ago
Philadelphia is moving closer to selling the Roundhouse. Residents say it shouldn’t be demolished
The city has said it would release a request for proposal sometime this year.
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Opponents of New Jersey’s warehouse sprawl to network and form alliance
The Green Garden State Alliance will host an event Sunday where opponents of warehouse sprawl will trade strategy and information.
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The conversation focused on the influx of wealth and redevelopment of Philly’s neighborhoods.
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New Pa. program will send millions to Philly area for home repairs and weatherization
The Whole-Home Repairs Program will provide grants to eligible homeowners and forgivable loans to small landlords.
3 years ago
Delaware officials unveil multi-million-dollar plan to transform Dover
The Downtown Dover Partnership presented a redevelopment plan dubbed Capital City 2030 to town residents this week.
3 years ago
Influential Chinatown group says a new Sixers arena would ‘imperil’ the neighborhood
The Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation is the latest group to formally oppose the $1.3 billion project.
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All six candidates participating in the BUILD Philly forum backed a plan for a subway along Roosevelt Boulevard if the money were available.
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Philadelphia may reinstate discount for early payment of property taxes
The city discontinued the discount in 2021 amid a revenue shortfall caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Advocates say home appraisal bias can be traced to the industry’s lack of diversity. They say having an alternative to apprenticeship hours could help.
3 years ago
Listen 5:40How Philly’s new regulations impact short-term rental owners
As Philadelphia gears up for hosting the World Cup in 2026, short-term rentals are a topic of discussion for City Council and owners alike.
3 years ago
Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation names Jodie Harris president
She will be the 12th president and first African-American woman to serve in the role in the organization’s 65-year history.
3 years ago
New data show Philly’s housing market is still in a tough place
Mortgage rates are still elevated. Home prices are still considerably higher than they were pre-pandemic. And inventory is low.
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Germantown Town Hall project has a potential developer, but no timeline for completion
Developer Anthony Fullard has access to the site, but hasn’t been selected to purchase the property from the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation.
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