ADVOCACY
5831 Yocum Street Farmhouse
October 8, 2025In a vote to recommend the designation of a modest 19th century farmhouse in Southwest Philly, the Philadelphia Historical Commission’s Committee on Historic Designation was torn over the question of integrity: has the structure changed too much over time to be worthy of designation?
In written testimony, RePoint urges the Historical Commission to respect the existing criteria of designation, which pertain to historic significance. Physical integrity, meanwhile, should be used only to assess post-designation permit review.
Good Shepherd Hall (5301 Wister St)
August 24, 2025La Salle University has secured a demolition permit for Good Shepherd Hall. Please consider joining RePoint Philadelphia in expressing opposition to this proposed demolition.
