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Democratic mayoral nominee Michael Nutter offered a comprehensive critique of the city’s approach to development yesterday, and said that, if elected, he would make zoning and planning a priority of his administration.
Speaking before an audience of developers and builders, Nutter said that Philadelphia — once among the national leaders in urban planning — had become a city where projects were approved or rejected on a haphazard basis and where knowing “the right people” was paramount.
“It’s all about the deal, it’s all about being connected in a way that allows you to get done what you need to get done,” said Nutter, who is heavily favored over GOP challenger Al Taubenberger.
Fixing that will be complicated, Nutter said. But at the top of his list is elevating the role of the city’s Planning Commission.
“Planning will be valued, it will be utilized, it will be a very robust and respected organization with the right people on it,” Nutter said.
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