Affordable housing at risk at Neighborhood Restoration
Philadelphia
Summary
Providers testified that HUD's funding shift could put more than 1,200 Philadelphia supportive housing units at risk, forcing hundreds of vulnerable residents back onto the streets. Council formally condemned the cuts and urged HUD to expand PSH investment.
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Last discussed Jun 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Providers say cuts could strip funding from over 1,200 local housing units and cost jobs and services.
People experiencing chronic homelessness, disability and mental illness who rely on supportive housing.
If cuts proceed, hundreds of high-need residents could lose housing and face shelters, ERs or the streets.
Mentions & discussions (3)
CITY COUNCIL — June 11, 2026
Tenants testified that 925 affordable units at Neighborhood Restoration properties are up for sale, with a July 26 deadline, threatening displacement of roughly 3,000 residents. They urged the mayor to purchase the properties and keep them affordable.
CITY COUNCIL — February 26, 2026
Providers testified that HUD's funding shift could put more than 1,200 Philadelphia supportive housing units at risk, forcing hundreds of vulnerable residents back onto the streets. Council formally condemned the cuts and urged HUD to expand PSH investment.
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