strengthening communities
The Urban Redevelopment Authority is here for Pittsburgh.
Successful economic development is not just about building projects, it’s about building people and forming mutually beneficial partnerships to transform the places in which we live for the betterment of all.
Announcements
The URA is here for Pittsburgh. While our offices remain virtual, visit our COVID-19 Resources page to learn how to get in touch with the URA during physical office closure, resources for businesses and residents, and other updates.
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Our Stories
Floriated Interpretation is a Community Business in Full Bloom
“They believed in me. Because they believed in me, they invested in me. They believed in me and my dreams. I will never forget that.”
Larimer Resident Improves Home Safety with URA & HOF Assistance
“I was happy with the help I received, and it really was a blessing for me to have my roof fixed, especially after [all the recent rain].
Hilltop Pharmacy Improved its Online Capacity to Host Large COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics
“The technical assistance that they received from GOGO may have literally saved lives."
J KoKo Hauling Sustains Business with URA Emergency Loan
“The URA was a ‘business saver’ for me. I needed that ELF cushion to get through that shut down period. I was so relieved when the deposit was made. The support from the URA has been amazing."
Chicken Latino gets back on its feet with help from a URA COVID-19 Small Business Emergency Loan
“It is such an opportunity to have a business and if it wasn’t for the URA I wouldn’t have been able to open the restaurant."
Celestin Uwintonze Improved Credit and Bought a Home with the Help of HOF
“I was very conscious of the long-term costs and knew I didn’t want to buy a house that would create too large of a financial burden for me and my family. I balance my budget every month, I do one project at a time, and am careful and thoughtful with my money. The HOF helped me buy a house we love that was within our means.”
Our Projects
Centre Avenue
The Centre Avenue Corridor project will lay the foundation for the transformation of 170 vacant or idle properties into multiple commercial, residential and office spaces over the next several years.
Lower Hill
The 28-acre Lower Hill redevelopment will have a significant impact on the Hill District and entire Pittsburgh region. Part of this redevelopment involves transitioning land currently used as surface parking into a mix of office, retail, and housing, including the creation of a shared parking district.
4800 Block of Second Avenue
The redevelopment of the 4800 Block parcels along Second Avenue will transform and activate an important neighborhood corridor in Hazelwood.
In Q2 of 2021, the URA and its affiliates
Provided21Small Business Loans or Grants
Invested in Small Businesses3.3MDollars
Created/Preserved130Affordable Units
Invested in Affordable Units3.1MDollars
Assisted130Residents Facing Housing Crisis
Invested in Storefronts243K+Dollars
Invested in Vacant Property Maintenance120K+Dollars
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News
Statement from URA Chief Strategy Officer Tom Link on the Passing of Former Senator Jim Ferlo
URA Board of Directors Approves $1.37 Million Loan for the Expansion of Salem’s Market and Grill in the Hill District
URA to Invest $2.78+ Million in Affordable Housing Across Five City of Pittsburgh Neighborhoods
Mayor Ed Gainey Announces Pittsburgh Awarded $56.8 Million In RACP Funds
RIDC, URA to Enter Into Partnership Agreement to Develop 25-Acre Vacant Site in Fairywood
URA Announces Virtual April 2022 Regular Board Meeting
City, URA, Catapult Greater Pittsburgh, and PNC Foundation Celebrate Ribbon Cutting at Gallery on Centre in the Hill District
Urban Redevelopment Authority Announces Departure of Deputy Executive Director Dr. Diamonte Walker
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Events
Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board Meeting
URA Regular Board Meeting
Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board Meeting
URA Regular Board Meeting
Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board Meeting
URA Regular Board Meeting
Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board Meeting