Refusing to be forgotten | PlanPhilly: Planning Philadelphia’s Future

This post highlights active citizens in Queen Village who take control of turning abandoned property into productive uses.

Refusing to be forgotten | PlanPhilly: Planning Philadelphia’s Future.

1717 Fontain

Abandoned, then stolen.

This shell on the 1700 block of Fontain was abandoned, then fraudulently conveyed (STOLEN) by enterprising thieves.  We found the heirs of the owner, purchased their interest, and obtained the title.

The property is now renovated and houses Temple students.

Former Crack House 1739 Fontain

This former crack house is now renovated. Continue reading →