Lawmaker Seeks to Protect West Philly Schools from Developers

Councilmember Jamie Gauthier proposes zoning changes to prevent five West Philadelphia schools from becoming housing, favoring civic uses over developer projects.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 21, 2026, 7:01 AM EDT

Source: Bisnow

Targeted Properties and Legislative Strategy

The proposal covers five specific sites, four of which are slated for closure as the school district downsizes:

Paul Robeson High School (4125 Ludlow St.)

Blankenburg Elementary School (4600 W. Girard Ave.)

Martha Washington School (766 N. 44th St.)

Parkway West High School (2725 Fairmount Ave.)