The Philadelphia Housing Authority project covers 1,000 units and is expected to cost upwards of 500ドル million to complete.
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Philly’s housing market pains are expected to continue in 2026: ‘Everyone is kind of stuck’
With high home prices and mortgage rates, renters and homeowners still won’t have much mobility in the new year.
3 weeks ago
Philly City Council’s big housing push: What changed for renters, homeowners and developers in 2025
The mayor’s housing plan took center stage, but lawmakers also made it easier for certain renters to move and made life easier for affordable housing developers.
3 weeks ago
Twice-weekly trash collection comes to North Philly in January. Here’s what to know
Among the neighborhoods included: Tioga, Strawberry Mansion, Brewerytown, Spring Garden and Fishtown.
3 weeks ago
Listen 0:54The mayor strongly opposed prioritizing the city's lowest-income households. Now, the H.O.M.E. initiative is set to add millions for repairs and preservation efforts.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:06South Philly’s Bellwether District has its first tenant. Here’s what to know about DrinkPAK
The canned drink manufacturer plans to create more than 170 long-term jobs at the former PES refinery site.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:02Philadelphia has an abandoned vehicle problem. Here’s how you can get deserted cars off your block
For the past four years, the city has received an average of 37,000 abandoned car complaints annually.
1 month ago
The measure is expected to pass during a second and final vote scheduled for Council's final regular meeting of the year.
1 month ago
Listen 1:09Philadelphia wants residents’ input to shape the city’s future
The public survey is part of the Philadelphia City Planning Commission’s work to update the city’s comprehensive plan.
1 month ago
Listen 1:11Philadelphia 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.
2 months ago
Listen 1:05Philadelphia development would bring hundreds of affordable units to industrial site
The homes would be naturally occurring affordable housing. They would replace a vacant warehouse.
2 months ago
Philadelphia’s Market East corridor is poised for change. Here’s what to know
The shopping district has struggled for decades. Now its future is back in the spotlight.
2 months ago
Philadelphians will soon face 10-cent paper bag fee at grocery stores, markets and more
Plastic bags are already banned in Philadelphia. Paper bags will come with a fee.
2 months ago
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