Legislation

New Construction Projects in Philadelphia to Fund Affordable Housing and Community Development Initiatives

Developers Building High-End Condos in Philly Would Now Help Pay for Affordable Homes Under New Proposal. A proposed tax would funnel millions into city coffers, with funds earmarked for low-cost housing programs and neighborhood revamps.

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City Seeks Millions in Federal Grants to Boost Affordable Housing and Fight Blight Across Philadelphia Neighborhoods

Philadelphia homeowners facing foreclosure could soon get a financial lifeline as the city pushes to expand its program allowing property tax payments to be deducted from paychecks, potentially saving thousands in fees and interest.

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Zoning Change to be Implemented in North Philadelphia Neighborhood Bound by Multiple Streets

This bill changes the zoning maps for a specific area of Philadelphia to new zoning designations.

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City Creates New "Philadelphia Land Bank" to Oversee Redevelopment of Vacant City-Owned Properties

This bill creates a 'Philadelphia Land Bank' to manage and redevelop vacant city-owned properties, with goals of community revitalization and economic development.

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Philadelphia Creates New Board to Oversee Troubled Vacant Lots Across The City Daily

Hundreds of West Philly residents could see a drop in property taxes under a new proposal that targets abandoned houses on their blocks, aiming for more equitable assessments. A proposed law would raise the minimum wage for city contractors and workers on large public projects from $12 an hour to at least 150% of the federal poverty level.

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Philadelphia Approves State Funding Application for $400,000 Boost to Community Services Project Development

A $400,000 injection of state funds could soon breathe new life into community projects across Philadelphia, benefiting non-profits and residents alike, as City Council approves an application for the coveted grant.

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Philadelphia Seeks Millions in Federal Funds to Fuel Affordable Housing Efforts Across City Neighborhoods

Philadelphia's Low-Income Residents Could See Rent Hikes Under Proposed Council Bill, Which Would Allow Small landlords to raise rents by 6% annually without restrictions on vacancy decontrol.

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