Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 3hThe URA Regular Board Meeting will occur Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room at 412 Blvd. of the Allies and online. For more information on the agenda and public comment instructions, visit the URA's website. www.ura.org/pages/board-... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 05/10/2026The October meeting of the HOF Advisory Board is next Tuesday, October 6 at 2 pm. It will be held in-person at 412 Blvd. of the Allies. If you wish to join virtually, please visit City Channel Pittsburgh on YouTube. More information is available at the link. www.ura.org/pages/hof-me... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 01/10/2026A new restaurant, Henhouse, is now open in Allentown. Henhouse is one of the first recipients of the URA's 2026 Commercial Facade Grant funding round to complete their renovation project, and we're thrilled to join Mayor O'Connor to celebrate another success of the Main & Main Initiative. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 25/09/2026120 Cecil Way This old and vacant steam plant will be converted into 97 units of affordable housing. The URA committed $5 million toward this project. Financial closing is expected before the end of the year, and after that, construction will kick off on this complicated conversion. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 25/09/2026901-903 Liberty Avenue The conversion of two office buildings into one apartment building is underway, and it will create 50 new affordable units of housing. The URA invested $5 million to build on the success of Penn Avenue and the Cultural District. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 25/09/2026May Building The in-progress renovation of 86 units at the May Building are preserving 46 affordable units of housing and creating 20 more. The URA invested $3 million to keep this building safe and secure into its next century of life. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 25/09/2026First & Market 93 units at the corner of First Avenue and Market Street are nearing completion. The URA invested $4.825 million to help convert this former office building to affordable housing for seniors. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 25/09/2026326 homes are coming to Downtown Pittsburgh thanks to Beacon Communities LLC and @governor.pa.gov's Downtown Revitalization Plan. Here's where they are now. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 24/09/2026The Standard on Fifth is bringing new housing and affordability to the growing Uptown neighborhood! The URA joined Beacon Communities for the ribbon cutting of the new 51-unit building on Fifth Avenue, which includes 40 affordable apartments and 11 market-rate. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 22/09/2026Uptown Flats is now open! Thanks to Bethlehem Haven and Action-Housing, 34 new units of housing are available for women experiencing homelessness. The URA provided a $2.5 million loan, helping to bring Uptown Flats across the finish line and create safe, affordable housing for our neighbors. 010
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 21/09/2026The Commonwealth Financing Authority has awarded more than $6.9 million in Local Share Account grants to support 23 Pittsburgh projects, including improvements to community facilities, cultural organizations, infrastructure, housing & other neighborhood assets. Details: www.ura.org/news/more-th... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 14/09/2026More housing opportunities coming to Pittsburgh! Last week, the URA Board approved $7.3 million in total investments to support two developments: Ross Lofts in Downtown and Carrick Senior Apartments in Carrick. These projects will create a total of 91 affordable units and seven market-rate units. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 10/09/2026Today the URA announced that Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Public Schools are expected to receive approximately $5.5 million in new annual tax revenue following the successful completion of three tax diversion districts. www.ura.org/news/ura-ann... 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 08/09/2026The URA Regular Board Meeting will occur Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room at 412 Blvd. of the Allies and online. For more information on the agenda and public comment instructions, visit the URA's website. www.ura.org/pages/bo... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 04/09/2026The URA offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. The offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 8. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 31/08/2026Today, the URA and City of Pittsburgh announced a $600,000 investment to renovate eight façades in the East Ohio St. business district as part of Mayor O'Connor's Main & Main Initiative. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 28/08/2026The September meeting of the HOF Advisory Board is next Tuesday, September 1 at 2 pm. It will be held in-person at 412 Blvd. of the Allies. If you wish to join virtually, please email HOF@ura.org. More information on the agenda and public comment is available at the link. www.ura.org/pages/hof-me... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 26/08/2026Pittsburgh Urban Initiatives, a URA affiliate, has invested $12 million in New Markets Tax Credits for the construction of the Wilford A. Payne Medical Center in Homewood. The investment marks PUI’s first closing from its record-high $60 million NMTC allocation awarded in December 2025. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 18/08/2026Today, we announced $1.13 million in Commercial Façade Grant funding with Mayor Corey O'Connor through the Main & Main Initiative. 111
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 14/08/2026Stop by and say hi to your new neighbors on Penn Avenue, El Colibri and Polly and Esther. While you're there, you can get your fill of gorditas, huaraches, or chilaquiles, and find the perfect outfit for your next trip to Garfield. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 13/08/2026Centre Avenue is ready for its close up! 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 10/08/2026Citizens Live at The Wylie is looking for part-time team members to help welcome guests during its inaugural season, with pay starting at $20/hour. Hiring events will take place at the DoubleTree in Downtown on the following days... 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 03/08/2026The URA Board of Directors Meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2026, is cancelled. The next meeting will take place on September 10 at 2:00 PM. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 31/07/2026The August meeting of the HOF Advisory Board is next Tuesday, August 4 at 2 pm. It will be held in-person at 412 Blvd of the Allies, or you can watch the meeting at City Channel Pittsburgh on YouTube. More information on the agenda and public comment is on the URA website www.ura.org/pages/hof-me... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 30/07/2026Tamia Davis opened Davis Family Childcare in Homewood in 2014, and has been serving local families ever since. Our partner Invest PGH is proud to support certified childcare centers, regardless of size, with its forgivable, no-interest financing. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 23/07/2026In 2025, the URA and its affiliates: - Invested $34.2 million to create and/or preserve 591 housing units - Helped 80 new homebuyers purchase a home - Invested $3.2 million into 42 small and local businesses - Provided 883 renters and homeowners with free legal housing assistance 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 21/07/2026Now is the time to bring your vision and investment to Uptown! With bus rapid transit, dedicated bike lanes, and an ideal location between two of Pittsburgh's major employment centers, Downtown and Oakland, the URA is offering a strong opportunity to invest in a growing neighborhood. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 17/07/2026Two weeks are left to apply for the Home Accessibility Program for Independence. Applications close on July 31, 2026, at 5 p.m. Eligible homeowners can apply today to receive grant funds between $1,000 to $15,000 for accessibility modifications to their homes. www.ura.org/pages/ho... 010
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 16/07/2026Childcare businesses like Each One Teach One are so important for our local economy. Funding for childcare has huge effects on neighbors and their families. With this funding, there are more seats for children, including seats for those in need of financial assistance, and more jobs for caregivers. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 15/07/2026Eds and meds continue to make Pittsburgh strong. Today, the URA and our partner Invest PGH closed on a loan with Thiopoly, a pharmaceutical device startup that makes IoT-connected devices for medication management. 210
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 14/07/2026The URA is leasing 1,200 square feet of space at the new music venue in the Lower Hill, Citizens Live at the Wylie. The space faces Wylie Avenue, and it is available for lease starting in November 2026. Interested parties should contact Julia McMahon, URA Senior Project Manager, at jmcmahon@ura.org. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 10/07/2026For sale: 838 Eureka Street in Allentown You can stop by tomorrow, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for an open house to learn more about the property and meet with the realtor. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 10/07/2026Last month, Hazelwood Initiative kicked off the renovation of 35 affordable rental homes with funding from the City of Pittsburgh's Housing Opportunity Fund. Preserving affordable housing helps Pittsburghers remain in their homes and prevents displacement in our neighborhoods. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 07/07/2026The URA Regular Board Meeting will occur Thursday, July 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room at 412 Blvd. of the Allies and online. For more information on the agenda and public comment instructions, visit the URA's website. www.ura.org/pages/board-... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 07/07/2026Small business office hours at the Homewood CEC are rescheduled for the rest of the year. You can find Lynnette at 622 N. Homewood Avenue from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on July 29, Aug. 12, Sept. 9, Oct. 7, and Dec. 2. Stop by to learn more about how we can help your small business grow and meet your goals 010
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 03/07/2026The July 2026 meeting of the Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board is next Tuesday, July 7, at 2 p.m. It will be held in-person at 412 Blvd of the Allies, or you can watch the meeting via City Channel Pittsburgh on YouTube. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 02/07/2026The URA has released its 2025 Housing Opportunity Fund Annual Report, detailing how the fund is creating and preserving quality, affordable housing across the City of Pittsburgh. Highlights of our work last year include: 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 02/07/2026The URA offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. The offices will reopen on Monday, July 6. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 26/06/2026The URA offices will be closed Monday, June 29, 2026, in observance of the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. We'll reopen on Tuesday. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 24/06/2026The URA is requesting proposals for the redevelopment of scattered site properties in Pittsburgh's Allentown neighborhood into high quality housing. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 23/06/2026The URA wants to keep your family at home in the City of Pittsburgh. Eligible homeowners can apply today to receive grant funds between $1,000 to $15,000 for accessibility modifications to their homes. Learn more and apply by July 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM. www.ura.org/pages/home-a... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 19/06/2026Today, we honor the day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates Black culture, resilience, and contributions to our nation. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 18/06/2026The URA offices are closed tomorrow, June 19, 2026, for Juneteenth. We'll be back open on Monday. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 16/06/2026The URA's partner Invest PGH offers forgivable, no-interest loans for licensed childcare businesses in Pittsburgh through the Childcare Reinvestment Business Fund. With the help of this program, businesses like Kristee Cammack's A Giving Heart are adding childcare spots for families who need it. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 09/06/2026The URA Regular Board Meeting will occur Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room at 412 Blvd. of the Allies and online. For more information on the agenda and public comment instructions, visit the URA's website. www.ura.org/pages/board-... 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 02/06/2026June is National Homeownership Month, and the URA is here to support you, wherever you are in your homeownership journey. 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 01/06/2026Another storefront in Garfield is full of life thanks to Los Sabrosos, a dance and fitness organization dedicated to helping individuals find freedom, passion, self-expression, and self-confidence through movement. 110
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 29/05/2026Here's a snapshot of how we supported residents and businesses in Q1 this year: 🏙️ Invested $1.6 million for the creation or preservation of affordable housing 💼 Provided $798,000 in loans and grants to help grow local, small businesses 🏘️ Supported 9 new homeowners with down payment assistance 100
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 29/05/2026The Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, June 2, 2026, is cancelled. The next meeting will take place on July 7 at 2:00 PM. 000
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh @ura.org · 29/05/2026Did you know that the URA can connect you with free legal services for foreclosure prevention, estate planning, or tangled titles? Homeowners in Pittsburgh who earn less than 80% of the area median income may qualify for these services, made possible through the Housing Opportunity Fund. 100
