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Oakland Crossings deal is a win for Mayor Ed Gainey

Oakland Crossings deal is a win for Mayor Ed Gainey

"The approval process for the proposed Oakland Crossings development has demonstrated two very different models of public-private collaboration, and of mayoral leadership." Read more

Pittsburgh Planning Commission needs more time to decide on revamped Oakland Crossings project

Pittsburgh Planning Commission needs more time to decide on revamped Oakland Crossings project

"It will be another two weeks before Pittsburgh's Planning Commission makes a decision on the proposed Oakland Crossings development." Read more

Oakland Crossings commits to 10% affordable housing and will resume its stalled approval process

Oakland Crossings commits to 10% affordable housing and will resume its stalled approval process

"On Monday, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey's administration announced a deal to advance the controversial Oakland Crossings development. The changes include new promises to provide affordable housing." Read more

Plans for Oakland Crossings and UPMC tower moving forward. Here's what you need to know

Plans for Oakland Crossings and UPMC tower moving forward. Here's what you need to know

"Oakland is poised to be taller, shinier and more deliberately developed following a six-hour meeting of the City Planning Commission that focused largely on the future course of the neighborhood." Read more

Plans for Oakland move forward

Plans for Oakland move forward

"Votes on Oakland Crossings and a proposed UPMC tower, plus discussion of a 10-year plan, could shape the bustling Pittsburgh neighborhood's future." Read more

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey comes to terms with developers on proposed Oakland Crossings project

Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey comes to terms with developers on proposed Oakland Crossings project

"After putting the proposed Oakland Crossings project on hold for a couple of months, Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey said Monday that his office has reached a deal with developer Walnut Capital on proposed zoning for the large-scale development in central Oakland." Read more

Gainey, Walnut Capital reach deal on Oakland Crossings project

Gainey, Walnut Capital reach deal on Oakland Crossings project

"Pittsburgh Mayor Ed Gainey and Walnut Capital reached a deal last week on proposed zoning for the developer's Oakland Crossings project, which will receive a vote later this month from the City Planning Commission." Read more

Walnut Capital scales back proposal for Oakland Crossings

Walnut Capital scales back proposal for Oakland Crossings

"Three months before former Mayor Bill Peduto left office, he proposed a zoning change for nearly 18 acres of Oakland specifically tailored to a plan by Walnut Capital, the landowner, that would allow the developer to construct buildings up to 180 feet high near UPMC Magee Womens Hospital." Read more

Gainey administration announces agreement with Walnut Capital for Oakland Crossings zoning

Gainey administration announces agreement with Walnut Capital for Oakland Crossings zoning

"Mayor Gainey announced today an agreement with the developer Walnut Capital on the proposed zoning for the Oakland Crossings project." Read more

OBID meeting brings community leaders together to address equitable accessibility

OBID meeting brings community leaders together to address equitable accessibility

"For John Tague, a 72-year-old power wheelchair user, equitable accessibility means something different to each member of the disabled community." Read more

8 of Our Favorite Pittsburgh Attractions You MUST Visit!

8 of Our Favorite Pittsburgh Attractions You MUST Visit!

Whether you have been living in Pittsburgh your entire life, or you just moved to Pittsburgh a few months ago, there are countless Pittsburgh attractions that every resident must visit at least once in their lifetime. Read more

Life at Walnut Capital: Diana Corbett

Life at Walnut Capital: Diana Corbett

Walnut Capital has over 100 employees and counting! Ever wonder who was employee numero uno? Allow me to introduce Diana Corbett, Walnut Capital's longest standing employee! Read more

Gainey puts future of Oakland Crossings on hold for another 30 days

Gainey puts future of Oakland Crossings on hold for another 30 days

"On Tuesday Mayor Ed Gainey again hit pause on Oakland Crossings, a proposed development project that could remake nearly 18 acres of Central and South Oakland. The city's Planning Commission was scheduled to vote today on legislation that would allow the project to move forward." Read more

A Guide to Living With A Roommate

A Guide to Living With A Roommate

We all know someone with a roommate horror story from college. It's not always easy to leave home for the first time and then live with someone you may have never met before. Here are some tips we suggest you follow when living with a roommate. Read more

Life at Walnut Capital: Ryan Lebanik

Life at Walnut Capital: Ryan Lebanik

So, what's it like to work at Walnut Capital? That's a loaded question. Further, what's it like to work at Walnut Capital for over 20 years??? Only a few people can answer that... we asked Ryan for his take! Read more

How to Find an Apartment in Pittsburgh

How to Find an Apartment in Pittsburgh

As the new year begins, do you feel like you need a change? Is it time to start looking for a new apartment? Here are some tips Walnut Capital suggests to prospective residents when they begin their apartment search. Read more

Abandoned road behind Bakery Square to become one of Pittsburgh's only public 'living' streets

Abandoned road behind Bakery Square to become one of Pittsburgh's only public 'living' streets

"County Executive Rich Fitzgerald and Mayor William Peduto announced plans to transform an abandoned road behind Bakery Square into one of the city's only public 'living' streets." Read more

5 Best Small Space Storage Items You NEED!

5 Best Small Space Storage Items You NEED!

There is no such thing as having too many closets! When it comes to living in an apartment or small space, sometimes you might find it hard to store all your items in an appealing or aesthetically pleasing way. Here are some of our favorite small space storage items! Read more

Announcing: Grow with Walnut Capital

Announcing: Grow with Walnut Capital

Rooted in Pittsburgh. Committed to our Communities. Announcing Grow with Walnut Capital! We've always focused on developing spaces that build communities and revitalize neighborhoods, and are environmentally friendly. Our Grow with Walnut Capital initiatives will be the product of active community Read more

A new housing model could reshape Oakland

A new housing model could reshape Oakland

"The Oakland Crossings development proposal doesn't just seek to transform nearly 18 acres of Oakland with new greenspace, housing for non-students and a grocery store. It also seeks to create a new means of making housing more accessible." Read more