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Acquisition
This Acquisition section is directed to developers
who need public assistance in acquiring property to complete a development.
OHCD can assist you with the assembly of parcels
of land for development and guide you through the process.
To apply, obtain a Property
Acquisition Request Form from OHCD. Click here for the form. Return the completed form to both
OHCD and the District Councilperson. They are also available in Spanish. Click here
Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority (PRA) Acquisition
The PRA can use its powers of eminent domain to condemn privately owned,
blighted property when there are specific redevelopment plans with demonstrated
financing. Applicants are required to pay all direct and administrative
costs. This process clears title to the property and is useful in cases
where the owner of record cannot be located. Please visit the PRA website for more information: www.phila.gov/pra
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Acquisition
The City allocates funds to support the acquisition
of vacant and underutilized land for redevelopment. Developers, CDCs and realtors interested in obtaining a property are invited
to submit requests seeking public assistance in the assembly of land
or request the sale of land currently in public ownership. All requests
are reviewed using the following
criteria:
- consistency with neighborhood plans and suitable
strategic reuse of the existing site;
- feasibility and readiness of the project;
- a demonstrated commitment of resources to
complete the project;
- neighborhood, private and public support
for the proposed project;
- project’s ability to maximize the redevelopment
of vacant land and minimize displacement of existing residents; and
- project’s ability to impact the overall
development of the neighborhood and provide a needed service in the
area.
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