Will Philadelphia Reverse Its Progress on Parking Requirements?
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Lower parking requirements have encouraged construction of housing instead of car storage, but the reforms still face political resistance.
Recent Streetsblog NYC posts about Philadelphia
Philly Rolls Out Bike Lanes at a Snail’s Pace and May Slow Down Progress Even More
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When Kenney was elected in 2015, he said his administration would complete 30 miles of protected bike lanes. Two years into his time in office, it already seems unlikely that he'll achieve his promise.
Philadelphia’s Boulevard of Death
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Roosevelt runs through one of the nation's biggest cities, but six miles of the street don't even have sidewalks. Instead, every design cue drivers encounter urges them to speed.
Philly Wants to Modernize Its Streetcar System
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The changes would make the system faster and more accessible while increasing capacity.
How Philadelphia Fixed Parking Craters Using Tax Policy
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Using tax incentives and a dash of zoning, Philadelphia set off a virtuous cycle, reducing dependence on cars.
Will Philadelphia Go Backward on Parking Requirements and Housing Affordability?
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In many American cities, free on-street parking remains more abundant than affordable housing. Despite the housing crunch spreading to more urban areas, the politics of parking threatens to keep it that way.