
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.
Updates from the URA regarding the COVID-19 pandemic
The URA is here for Pittsburgh. Visit our COVID-19 Resources page to learn more about 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 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.

Avenues of Hope
A holistic model for rebuilding Pittsburgh's Black Main Streets
In 2017 the URA
Invested in Small Businesses7MDollars
Created or Retained379Jobs
Created684Housing Units
Created453Affordable Housing Units
Renovated47Storefront Facades
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News
Governor Wolf Awards Funding to Big Tom's Barbershop in the Hill District
Affordable Housing in East Hills Set for Renovations and Sale
URA Announces Virtual April 2021 Regular Board Meeting
Pittsburgh Land Bank Announces New Leadership

GOGO Impact Spotlight: Hilltop Pharmacy

URA Board Approves Sale of Centre Avenue Site For Relocation and Expansion of Big Tom's Barbershop
Citizens Invests $5 Million to be Split between New Community Development Financial Institution and Small Business Lending
