
Urban Planning
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Saving LOVE Park’s saucer: Philly historical commission poised to designate ‘iconic’ property
The circular structure has sat vacant for about a decade. The city hopes to fill it in time for a jam-packed year of national events.
5 days ago
Listen 1:09Councilmember holds City Hall bike lane bill, alarming cycling advocates
Young says he wants to observe the lane in action and “make any necessary adjustments.”
5 days ago
Philadelphia transit advocates want you to spend your week without driving
As a long-term funding solution for SEPTA remains up in the air, the weeklong event encourages Philadelphians to think critically about accessible transit.
6 days ago
Center City has seen robust population growth but office vacancies remain stubbornly high and the east side of Market Street is struggling to attract tenants.
Air Date: September 29, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:14The measure, now moving through Philadelphia City Council, would exclude certain subsidized rental developments.
2 weeks ago
Construction begins on new bike lane around City Hall
The PennDOT project will remove car lanes and shorten crossing distances.
2 weeks ago
Philly cyclists, commuters celebrate the reopening of the MLK Drive Bridge this weekend
The reopening will restore a key connection for commuters and cyclists with West Philadelphia.
2 weeks ago
‘A chain of dominos’: Philly luxury home sales remain on the rise amid affordability crisis
New research out of Drexel University is raising concerns about affordability and gentrification.
3 weeks ago
New analysis finds evidence of racial bias in Philadelphia home appraisals
Researchers analyzed valuations completed for home purchases and applications to refinance.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:27Live in Strawberry Mansion and want a ‘cool roof’ coating? Here’s how to get one for free
Philly residents in Brewerytown, Strawberry Mansion and Allegheny West can apply for a pilot program that aims to reduce energy burden and curb the cost of electric bills.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:08Philly airport launches new logo, slogan in preparation for huge influx of 2026 passengers
PHL expects some 30 million people to pass through its gates this year, with hopes for an even bigger 2026 for the U.S. semiquincentennial.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:13Job growth is up in Philly, but many downtown offices remain vacant
A new report celebrates the recovery while pushing for Center City stimulus.
3 weeks ago