advancing inclusive growth
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.
Annual Affordable Housing Survey
We want your input to help inform how we prioritize spending for affordable housing in Pittsburgh in 2026!
Each year, the URA issues a public survey so residents can share their housing needs and have a say in how Housing Opportunity Fund dollars are used in the upcoming year. By taking the survey, you ensure that affordable housing programs are designed to meet the needs of Pittsburgh’s diverse communities.
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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.”
A hobby became a profession for Jamal Etienne-Harrigan, owner of Uncle Jammy's Sauces
“Sometimes you have to make a decision to go pro. It went from a hobby I loved to my profession.”
David and Katie Gancy, new owners of Frick Park Market, expand on a community legacy
“We truly were smitten with the building and business...There is so much important history here for the neighborhood and community. We love the history and the community support."
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."
Our Projects
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.
Swisshelm Park Solar
Remediation and redevelopment of property in the City of Pittsburgh's Swisshelm Park neighborhood
Downtown Revitalization
The URA is part of a local coalition working to reposition Downtown Pittsburgh as a vibrant, world-class destination with diverse housing options, enhanced public spaces, and improved safety and cleanliness.
In Q1 of 2025, the URA and its affiliates
Provided14Small Business Loans or Grants
Created/Preserved86Affordable Units
Invested$5.4Min Affordable Units
Assisted143Residents Facing Housing Crisis
Invested$224K+in Vacant Property Maintenance
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Available Properties
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News
African Queens finds new beginning on Centre Ave. with 12 affordable apartments
Annual Affordable Housing Public Survey Open through July 31, 2025
Swisshelm Park Solar Remediation Work Begins Today
URA Warns of Home Warranty Scam Targeting Local Homeowners
The Truth About Tax Diversions
Building Community: A Women's History Month Spotlight with Siena Kane
Building Community: A Women's History Month Spotlight with Terrin Bailey-Belser
URA Opens Emergency Application for the Demonstration Program
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Events
Small Business Office Hours at the Homewood CEC
Housing Opportunity Fund Advisory Board Meeting
URA Regular Board Meeting
Small Business Office Hours at the Homewood CEC
URA in the Neighborhood