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first_reported: 2026-11-11 16:00 EST
updated: 2026-11-11 16:00 EST
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# City appeals case over Washington Square West historic district

The City of Philadelphia has appealed in the dispute over the Washington Square West historic district. The district remains in place while litigation continues.

Section: [Housing & Homelessness](/philadelphia/section/housing.md) · Entities: [Washington Square West Historic District](/philadelphia/wiki/washington-square-west-historic-district.md)

## Coverage

- [The Philadelphia Inquirer](https://www.inquirer.com/real-estate/washington-square-west-historic-district-appeal-20261111.html), 2026-11-11 16:00 EST: Here's how the City of Philadelphia is defending the Wash West historic district

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