Philly residents discuss gentrification solutions at Building Blocks event

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Philly residents discuss gentrification solutions at Building Blocks event

More than 20 local residents shared their viewpoints and concerns regarding gentrification at a WHYY Bridging Blocks event on Tuesday night. The conversation comes as Philadelphia has seen an increase in housing units, but a lack of affordability.  According to data from Pew Charitable Trusts, the median price for a single-family, entry-level home in Philly increased by 171 percent from 2021. Conversations at the event involved small and large g…