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A Philadelphia neighborhood is taking ownership of its own commercial real estate, and it might be a model for cities everywhere.
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In this episode
- How the Kensington Corridor Trust works and what it actually owns
- Why historically disinvested neighborhoods turn to community-led real estate
- What it takes for a community land model to gain mainstream recognition
- How this Philadelphia effort fits into a broader national movement
About this episode
In this episode of Next City, we explore the challenges faced by the Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia — a historically disinvested area known for its struggles. The Kensington Corridor Trust is one of several community-owned or community-led commercial real estate entities across the U.S., and developments like these are starting to get more recognition.
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