Fine Print Construction, LLC
Fine Print Construction LLC: 26 single-family affo
10 housing units sold, across 26 properties · Council District 2 · Fine Print Construction, LLC
What is missing from the record
Steps with no date on record, or that the record shows were stopped. A step that is not on record may still have happened.
- Deed into the Land BankPartly done
On record for 88% of the properties; the rest are not on record yet.
- ClosingPartly done
On record for 38% of the properties; the rest are not on record yet.
Where this project stands
Five steps, from the Board agenda to the closing. A disposition is the sale or transfer of a Land Bank property. The Council step is City Council's approval of the sale, which comes after the Board's approval.
- 1. On a Board agendaDoneApr 12, 2022 to Sep 12, 2023
- 2. Board approvalDoneDec 13, 2022 to Sep 12, 2023
- 3. Council approval of the dispositionDoneOct 12, 2023
- 4. Deed into the Land BankPartly doneDec 9, 2015 to Jun 25, 202588% of properties
- 5. ClosingPartly doneAug 5, 202638% of properties
Board hearings
One row for each Board hearing where this project was on the agenda. Fewer than six approving votes means no decision was reached; it is not a denial. Speakers and letters are public comments on the item.
| Date | Agenda item | Outcome | Vote as recorded | Public speakers | Letters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2023 | V.A(2) | Approved | unanimous | 14 | 12 |
City Council
City Council resolutions that name this project's properties, from Council's Legistar records. Earlier resolutions often moved the lots into the Land Bank; they are not Council's approval of this sale (step 3 above).
Closings
From the Land Bank's settlement records.
| Purchaser | Closing date | Price | Appraised value | Units | Council resolution |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Print Construction, LLC | Aug 5, 2026 | $10,000 | $945,000 | 10 | 230685 |
Days from the first Board approval to each closing: 1331.
People and organizations
- Applicant
- Fine Print Construction, LLC
- Council resolutions naming these properties, sponsored by
- Kenyatta Johnson (resolutions 230138, 240981)
Public comment
A position is counted only where the person stated one at a hearing or in a letter. Letters read aloud at a meeting are staff summaries, not the writer's own words. Officials and people speaking for an organization are named; residents who spoke for themselves are counted, not named.
Across all hearings: 14 public speakers and 12 letters, with 8 statements of support and 8 of opposition.
| Named commenters (26 in all, residents included) | Stated position | Speaking for (organization) |
|---|---|---|
| Dave Langlieb | support | Philadelphia Accelerator Fund |
| Mo Rushdy | support | Philadelphia Accelerator Fund, RiverWard Group |
| Michael Tomasetti | support | Civetta Property Group, LLC |
| Bonita Cummings | neutral | Strawberry Mansion Community Concern |
| Judith Robinson | mixed | |
| Justin Veasey | support | BVG Property Group (Trove Capital Affordable Housing) |
| Dawud Bey | support | Fine Print Construction, LLC |
| Claudia S. Sherrod | support | Point Breeze Community Development Coalition, Point Breeze Community Network Plus |
| Brian McKernan | neutral | 2500 Manton LLC |
From the record
Passages quoted from the Board's minutes, packets and transcripts. 6 of 34 shown.
Claudia Smith Sherrod, a resident of the area and President of Point Breeze Community Development Coalition, a neighborhood RCO, stated that she is in full support of the project but also emphasized the point made by earlier speakers that neighborhood residents need to receive information about the programs like Turn The Key that make it possible for lower income local residents to become homeowners. Justin Veasey and Dawud Bey, developers who are building homes for the Turn The Key program, expressed their support for the disposition to Civetta Property Group. Ms. Fadullon called for a motion…
Minutes · Sep 12, 2023, item V.A(2) · packet p. 10 · PLB Board Package for 10.10.2023 Board Meeting.pdf
Agenda · Sep 12, 2023, item V.A.2 · packet p. 2 · PLB Board Package for 9.12.2023 Board Meeting.pdf
All in favor? (Chorus of ayes.) CHAIR FADULLON: Any opposed? (No response.) CHAIR FADULLON: All right, motion carries.
Motion · Michael Koonce · Sep 12, 2023, item V.A(2) · packet p. 42 · PLB Board Package for 10.10.2023 Board Meeting.pdf
I just wanted to lend my voice in support of Fine Print's application for these 26 homes.
Statement · David Langlieb, Philadelphia Accelerator Fund · Sep 12, 2023, item V.A(2) · packet p. 41 · PLB Board Package for 10.10.2023 Board Meeting.pdf
I just wanted to just quickly support the project, support Dawud, support Fine Print.
Statement · Mo Rushdy, BMK and Philadelphia Accelerator Fund (as he stated) · Sep 12, 2023, item V.A(2) · packet p. 41 · PLB Board Package for 10.10.2023 Board Meeting.pdf
Civetta Property Group fully supports Dawud Bey and Fine Print Construction
Statement · Mike Tomasetti, Civetta Property Group · Sep 12, 2023, item V.A(2) · packet p. 40 · PLB Board Package for 10.10.2023 Board Meeting.pdf
Properties (26)
10 closed, 16 not closed yet.
Not closed yet (16)
| Address | OPA account number | Status | Deed into the Land Bank | Closing date | Entered the Land Bank via |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1202 S BUCKNELL ST | 361358905 | Board approved, not yet closed | Dec 9, 2015 | not closed | PHDC/PHA/other public |
| 1213 S BONSALL ST | 361345305 | Board approved, not yet closed | not on record | not closed | none found |
| 1223 S BUCKNELL ST | 361355105 | Board approved, not yet closed | Dec 9, 2015 | not closed | PHDC/PHA/other public |
| 1230 S 23RD ST | 361342110 | Board approved, not yet closed | May 11, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 1303 S 23RD ST | 361336500 | Board approved, not yet closed | not on record | not closed | none found |
| 1419 S 22ND ST | 363291300 | Board approved, not yet closed | Sep 9, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 1702 S 20TH ST | 363242415 | Board approved, not yet closed | Dec 29, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 1730 MANTON ST | 365313600 | Board approved, not yet closed | Jun 25, 2025 | not closed | RDA |
| 1818 LATONA ST | 361080305 | Board approved, not yet closed | Oct 14, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 2007 ELLSWORTH ST | 361010100 | Board approved, not yet closed | Apr 18, 2017 | not closed | RDA |
| 2014 MANTON ST | 361060905 | Board approved, not yet closed | Oct 14, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 2114 MANTON ST | 361063200 | Board approved, not yet closed | not on record | not closed | none found |
| 2236 MANTON ST | 361270605 | Board approved, not yet closed | Apr 18, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 2426 MANTON ST | 361272305 | Board approved, not yet closed | Jan 6, 2016 | not closed | PHDC/PHA/other public |
| 2532 MANTON ST | 361274505 | Board approved, not yet closed | May 11, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
| 2537 OAKFORD ST | 361280105 | Board approved, not yet closed | May 11, 2016 | not closed | RDA |
Closed (10)
| Address | OPA account number | Status | Deed into the Land Bank | Closing date | Entered the Land Bank via |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1324 S BANCROFT ST | 365153105 | Closed | Mar 24, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 1506 S STILLMAN ST | 364199105 | Closed | May 11, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 1511 S STILLMAN ST | 364196505 | Closed | May 10, 2017 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 1519 S LECOUNT ST | 364279600 | Closed | May 11, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 1527 S LECOUNT ST | 364280000 | Closed | May 11, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 1529 S LECOUNT ST | 364280100 | Closed | May 11, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 1545 S RINGGOLD ST | 364154815 | Closed | May 11, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 2117 EARP ST | 361126905 | Closed | Dec 15, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 2221 EARP ST | 361314005 | Closed | May 10, 2017 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
| 2229 LATONA ST | 361285105 | Closed | Apr 18, 2016 | Aug 5, 2026 | RDA |
Sources: Board minutes and packets; PHDC workbook; Council (Legistar); Transcript. Built from the Land Bank Board's minutes, packets and transcripts, the Land Bank's settlement workbook, and City Council records.