Philadelphia City Council returns to housing-focused agenda
More protections for city renters Last April, Councilmember Nicolas O’Rourke introduced the Safe Healthy Homes Act. The legislative…
Germantown Settlement properties: PHA rental reboot
The once heralded organization was dismantled after Freeman mismanaged millions of taxpayer dollars. But even after the scandal,…
Philadelphia’s Westpark Apartments is finally under construction
The future of Westpark Nearly 600 units will be considered affordable to PHA residents. The rest will be…
SEPTA year in review: Budget woes, train fires and more
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Penn researchers design climate-friendly concrete
This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing…
Philadelphia housing market pains expected in 2026
Have a question about Philly’s neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from…
Philadelphia housing: What changed for renters, homeowners in 2025
Help for low-income renters In June, Council passed legislation authorizing the city to create an antidisplacement fund for…
Philadelphia trash collection: Twice-weekly pickup is expanding
How were these areas chosen? Williams said the city prioritizes areas for twice-weekly trash pickup based on several…
Philadelphia housing: City Council OKs Parker’s H.O.M.E. plan
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Bellwether District attracts first tenant: DrinkPAK
How many jobs will DrinkPAK create? DrinkPAK plans to create 174 long-term jobs over the next three years…
Philadelphia’s abandoned cars: Here’s what you can do
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Philly lawmakers advance $277M budget for signature housing plan
Testimony from proponents and opponents Rochelle Lashley, a member of the social justice group One Pennsylvania, urged lawmakers…