Comprehensive Overview of Philadelphia's Affordable Housing Production Initiatives (1994-2024)

Everything You Need to Know About Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production: A Comprehensive Dataset on Citywide Housing Initiatives

The Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset includes all housing projects funded by the Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) in Philadelphia since 1994, for which data is available. It provides detailed information on the development and maintenance of affordable housing units across the city. The dataset is available in various formats, including CSV, SHP, GeoJSON, and API, to facilitate access and analysis.

Data Schema

Field Name Field Description
ADDRESS Street address of the housing project
X X coordinate (longitude) for geolocation
city City where the housing project is located
PROJECT_TYPE Type of housing project (e.g., new construction, rehabilitation)
SENSORY_UNITS Number of units equipped for sensory accessibility
PROJECT_NAME Name of the housing project
state State where the housing project is located
Y Y coordinate (latitude) for geolocation
TOTAL_UNITS Total number of housing units in the project
country_code Country code (e.g., US for United States)
OBJECTID Unique identifier for the record
FISCAL_YEAR_COMPLETE Fiscal year when the project was completed
DEVELOPER_NAME Name of the developer responsible for the project
DEVELOPMENT_TYPE Type of development (e.g., residential, mixed-use)
VISITABLE_UNITS Number of units that are visitable by persons with disabilities
ACCESSIBLE_UNITS Number of units that are fully accessible for persons with disabilities

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Geography

City of Philadelphia limits.

The Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset covers all DHCD-funded housing projects completed throughout the city of Philadelphia since 1994, providing information on the development and maintenance of affordable housing units across the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset?
Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production is a comprehensive dataset that includes all housing projects funded by the Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) in Philadelphia since 1994. It details efforts to build and maintain affordable housing units across the city.
What is the history of this dataset?
The Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset is managed by the City of Philadelphia's Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). It includes data on DHCD-funded housing projects completed since 1994. The dataset is part of the city's broader Open Data Program aimed at increasing transparency and accessibility of government data. The City of Philadelphia is responsible for its maintenance and dissemination, and it is intended to support the development and maintenance of affordable housing units throughout the city.
How often is the data updated?
Annually
What is the coverage and what is included in this dataset?
The Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset covers housing projects funded by the Division of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) in Philadelphia. It includes data on all DHCD-funded housing projects completed since 1994, with coverage extending up to September 2024. The dataset provides information on the development and maintenance of affordable housing units throughout the city. It is available in multiple formats, including CSV, SHP, GeoJSON, and via an API, making it accessible for various applications in urban planning, economic analysis, health/human services, and real estate. The comprehensive nature of this dataset supports efforts to assess and plan for affordable housing initiatives in Philadelphia.
Why is the Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset valuable?
The dataset is valuable because it provides comprehensive insights into affordable housing projects funded by the Division of Housing and Community Development in Philadelphia, helping track progress, assess impact, and inform future housing policies.
How do I join this dataset with other datasets?
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Dataset at a glance

Dataset Name
Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production
Description
The Philadelphia Affordable Housing Production dataset includes all DHCD-funded housing projects completed since 1994.
Update Frequency
Annually
Coverage
City of Philadelphia limits.
Data Quality
Not assessed.
Dataset Size
Large dataset, thousands of records.
Maintained By
City of Philadelphia
License

License: Other (City of Philadelphia)