Skip to content
Link copied to clipboard
Link copied to clipboard

In South Philly, Gopuff neighbors seek relief on safety, sanitation, and quality-of-life issues

Neighbors say they have had trouble coping with a car-based business in the increasingly residential neighborhood where Gopuff opened in late 2021 at a former grocery store at 13th and Washington.

Philadelphia-based Gopuff opened another neighborhood delivery base at this former food-store location at 13th and Washington in late 2021. Neighbors say they've had a tough time getting the company to act on all its traffic, parking, noise, and trash concerns. Councilmember Mark Squilla says he's seen some progress but there needs to be more or the company should move to a less-residential location.
Philadelphia-based Gopuff opened another neighborhood delivery base at this former food-store location at 13th and Washington in late 2021. Neighbors say they've had a tough time getting the company to act on all its traffic, parking, noise, and trash concerns. Councilmember Mark Squilla says he's seen some progress but there needs to be more or the company should move to a less-residential location.Read moreTyger Williams / Staff Photographer