Germantown and Mt Airy Redevelopment

History

After two (2) years of litigation to reclaim possession of properties formerly owned by Greater Germantown Housing Development Corp (GGHDC), the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, (PRA) is now the owner of the Properties.

The properties exist in various stages of disrepair and consist of 45 buildings containing approximately 140 units total. Eighteen (18) of those units are currently occupied by tenants and managed by DHC Management, LLC. The rest of the units are vacant and are being maintained in a sealed and safe condition. PRA intends to dispose of the properties for redevelopment.

Community Engagement Process

PHDC/PRA launched a community engagement process. This initiative was to acknowledge ideas, solicit feedback and accept comments from stakeholders regarding reuse of properties.

Below are all the documents that cover this process:

Physical Conditions Needs Assessment (PCNA)

In 2021, a PCNA was commissioned to study the properties, which are scattered throughout the area.

Germantown/Mount Airy Properties Physical Conditions and Needs Assessment (PCNA) Report: Executive Summary

PHDC led a community feedback driven process to allow residents to take part in the redevelopment plans for these properties. We wanted to ensure decisions are made that reflect the best interest of the neighborhood. We would like to thank everyone who participated in this process.

Steering Committee Feedback_Community Meeting 3

Release of the PCNA Reports

On March 8, 2021, PRA contacted the community to let them know about a change in property management, with new contact information for any questions or concerns about the maintenance of the properties. On April 15, 2021, PHDC contacted the community to announce the release of the PCNA Reports. Click the links below to access the reports:

Steering Committee

Habeebah Ali, Resident
Garlen Capita, Resident
Pastor Rob Harrison, Community Leader
Yvonne Haskins, Resident
Majeedah Rashid, Community Leader
Margaret Scott, Resident
Connie Swinson, Community Leader
Sabra Townsend, Resident
Natasha Weaver, Resident

History

Community Engagement Process

Physical Conditions Needs Assessment (PCNA)

Release of the PCNA Reports

Steering Committee

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