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Philadelphia Ben Franklin Bridge

In Limbo: Philadelphia's Construction Tax for Affordable Housing

It's been radio silence from Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney since the City Council approved a dedicated stream of funding for affordable housing.

August 14, 2018 - The Philadelphia Inquirer

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Construction Tax Approved by Philadelphia City Council

Mayor Jim Kenney could still veto the bill.

June 21, 2018 - The Philadelphia Inquirer

Downtown Philadelphia

Philadelphia Considers Construction Tax to Pay for Affordable Housing Needs

Another example of a city looking for revenue to support affordable housing projects in response to the growing cost of housing.

June 14, 2018 - The Wall Street Journal

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