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Department of Planning and Development

Creating strong neighborhoods with empowered residents.

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Department of Planning and Development

What we do

The Department of Planning and Development works in collaboration with communities to promote, plan, preserve, and develop successful neighborhoods for all.

Reaching these goals requires city agencies to work together with residents, businesses, developers, advocates, funders, and each other. Planning and Development has a team of agencies that do just that. Our agencies include:

We also partner with the PHDC.

Together we are charting a vibrant future for our city.

Connect

Address
1515 Arch St.
13th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Email planning@phila.gov
Phone
Phone: (215) 683-4601
TTY: (215) 683-0286
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Announcements

Announcement

Substantial Amendment 2021 HOME-ARP Plan + 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan

City of Philadelphia
Substantial Amendment Notice

 Substantial Amendment to the 2021 HOME-ARP Plan and 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan
Notice of Public Comment Period

The City of Philadelphia is proposing to amend the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan. Congress appropriated American Rescue Plan (ARP) funds to be administered through HUD’s HOME program to perform four activities that must primarily benefit qualifying individuals and families who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, or in other vulnerable populations. On April 8, 2021, HUD allocated a total of $42,007,561 in HOME-ARP funds to the City of Philadelphia. The City prepared a HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, which was approved by HUD. The City proposes to implement the following substantial amendments related to HOME-ARP activities:

  • Revised HOME-ARP budget to increase funding for development and tenant-based rental assistance and decrease funding for supportive services, non-profit operating, and administration/planning.
  • Revisions to the section: “Method for Soliciting HOME-ARP Applications”

The 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan will be amended accordingly to incorporate the revised HOME-ARP budget.

The proposed amendments, including details of the revised budget and text revisions, are available online here: HOME-ARP-Allocation-Plan-Proposed-Amendment-1.pdf. A copy may also be requested by visiting our office at 1234 Market St, 17th floor, Philadelphia PA, 19107 Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm.

The 30-day public comment period starts today and ends on November 15th, 2026. Public comments can be sent to saundra.malanowicz@phila.gov. If no comments are received, the City will proceed with adoption of the amendment without further notice. The public may receive a copy of the amended HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan upon request.

Division of Housing and Community Development, Mark Dodds, Interim Director
City of Philadelphia, Cherelle Parker, Mayor

Announced on: Department of Planning and Development

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Events

  • Nov
    4
    Event
    Civic Design Review Committee
    1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
    Event

    Civic Design Review Committee

    November 4, 2026
    1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, 4 hours
    Agenda, meeting materials and access information available at https://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-city-planning-commission/public-meetings/

    Participate in-person:
    You can attend the CDR meeting in person. Meetings are held at:
    One Parkway Building
    1515 Arch Street, 18th Floor, Room 18-029
    Philadelphia, PA 19102
     
    Participate virtually (Zoom):
    If you have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, please join us online: You will be able to view the meeting and submit questions.
    https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_X4z48ofCSkeVKdZP1G_WHQ
    •    The meeting will begin at 1:00 PM
    •    Zoom may ask you to add an extension to your browser before you log in.
    •    Webinar ID: 848 2820 6308
    •    Passcode: 001767


    If you do not have a computer, tablet, or smartphone, please join us on your landline telephone. You will be able to listen, but not see the presentation.  
    •    Dial: +1 (267) 831-0333
    •    Webinar ID: 848 2820 6308
    •    Passcode: 001767


    Members of the public have multiple ways to comment on agenda items. When the agenda item that you are interested in is being discussed, members in person will first have a chance to state their comment. If you attend virtually, you can use the “raise hand” feature in Zoom. If you are joining by phone, you may also use the “raise hand” feature by dialing “*9” during the public comment period.  

    Participate with written comment:
    We will also field questions and comments by email. Questions and comments must be received before noon the day before the Civic Design Review meeting in order to be considered. Please send emails to: cdr@phila.gov 
  • Nov
    10
    Event
    Philadelphia Art Commission meeting
    9:30 am to 2:00 pm
    One Parkway Building, 1515 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
    Event

    Philadelphia Art Commission meeting

    November 10, 2026
    9:30 am to 2:00 pm, 5 hours
    One Parkway Building, 1515 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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    Agenda, meeting materials, and instructions for participation are posted to the Art Commission website ahead of each meeting:
    https://www.phila.gov/departments/philadelphia-art-commission/public-meetings/
  • Nov
    13
    Event
    Historical Commission monthly meeting
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm
    1515 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
    Event

    Historical Commission monthly meeting

    November 13, 2026
    9:00 am to 2:00 pm, 5 hours
    1515 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
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Our programs

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Citizens Planning Institute

Citizens Planning Institute (CPI) is the education and outreach arm of the Philadelphia City Planning Commission (PCPC).
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Basic Systems Repair Program

Providing free emergency home repairs on eligible owner-occupied single-family homes in Philadelphia.

Market East Revival

Leading a bold vision for the Market East corridor, positioning it as the city's Main Street and a world-class civic and entertainment hub.

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