Hadas Kuznits, CBS Philly
10 thousand dollars will keep the construction going for Habitat for Humanity in Philadelphia (WPVI)
By Pat Loeb, CBS Philly
A Habitat for Humanity store opened its doors in South Philadelphia, with the proceeds going towards building homes for people in need. (WPVI)
By Alexis Stephens, Next City
Philadelphia has an exceptional supply of cheap, handsome single-family rowhouses. Unfortunately, after years of deferred maintenance or vacancy, many don’t pass the livability test. Those fighting for neighborhood stabilization and strategic long-term planning saw a victory last year when Philly’s city council approved the strategic plan of a new land bank to target the redevelopment of thousands of vacant buildings, lots and other tax-delinquent properties. But questions remain about community agency over the land bank and potential displacement issues.
By Kenneth Moton
Dreams are coming true for families who are literally building their own homes in North Philadelphia. (WPVI)
Angelly Carrion, Philadelphia Magazine
The corridor is growing slowly, but surely.