Margaret J. Krauss
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Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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Pittsburgh’s plan to build a solar farm on former steel mill dumping ground awaits state approval
The 15-acre farm would produce between three and five megawatts of energy. → Read More
Officials say the future of Downtown is residential, but getting there will be tough
Public officials are eager to convert empty offices into new apartments, especially affordable ones, but the costs are high and eligible buildings are few. → Read More
Allegheny County's getting another hot metal bridge, and major bike and pedestrian investments
County officials announced more than $6 million to convert the Carrie Furnace Hot Metal Bridge, not to be confused with the Hot Metal Bridge. → Read More
Pittsburgh officials advance the conversion of offices to homes
In July, Mayor Ed Gainey announced that his administration would join with Allegheny County and state officials to jumpstart such conversions. The aim of all the government parties, who pledged $9 million to the effort, is to create mixed-income housing. → Read More
Pittsburgh’s sidewalk cafe rules need to be adjusted, city councilor says
Bruce Kraus, who represents District 3, says he wants to ensure they don’t become late-night hangouts. → Read More
What will it take to expand inclusionary zoning across Pittsburgh?
The policy that ties creation of affordable housing to the private market is now at work in three neighborhoods. → Read More
Pittsburgh is on the hunt for more money to fund affordable housing
A new committee will lead the charge to find new and different resources. → Read More
‘Glory to Ukraine!’: A large crowd gathered to show Pittsburgh’s support for Ukraine
The event was organized by the Ukrainian Youth of Southwestern Pennsylvania. → Read More
Mayor Ed Gainey begins to reshape the board of the Urban Redevelopment Authority
Gainey appointed two new members: state Representative Sara Innamorato and his chief economic development officer, Kyle Chintalapalli. → Read More
PennDOT will foot the bill to replace the Fern Hollow Bridge
Infrastructure funding commitments don’t usually happen this fast. → Read More
Pittsburgh’s bikeshare system aims for relaunch, with electric bikes and more
Healthy Ride has a five-year plan to grow and strengthen the network. → Read More
Port Authority Needs More Than 100 Drivers And 60 Maintenance Workers
Staff shortages are not unusual for the agency, but the coronavirus pandemic has made the problem worse. → Read More
Mobile Ticketing Is A Go: Port Authority Launches Ready2Ride
The service will not be available for all users right away. → Read More
After The Surfside Tragedy, Pittsburgh-Area Condominiums Take Stock
Attorneys say their clients want to ensure they have the resources to care for their communities. → Read More
A Tool To Create Affordable Housing In Pittsburgh Is About To Expire
A two-year inclusionary zoning pilot in Lawrenceville will come to an end in July. → Read More
Pittsburgh’s Bike-Share Program Will Add Electric Bikes
The initiative is part of a multi-year effort to overhaul the Healthy Ride system. → Read More
How A Small Change Could Help Revitalize Main Streets Across Pennsylvania
A bill in the statehouse could expand the scope of land banks. → Read More
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Just Received $150M Boost
The Richard King Mellon Foundation announced a multi-year investment in CMU. → Read More
Pittsburgh Won’t Pay You $10K To Relocate, But Hopes Young People Will Consider Other Factors
Like strong community connections, access to the great outdoors, and the potential for professional growth. → Read More
Pittsburgh Planning Commission Advances Lower Hill Development After Five-Hour Public Hearing
The vote clears the way for future approvals, but leaves negotiations between the developers and the community unresolved. → Read More