Displacement without Relocation: Community Perceptions of a Proposed Arena’s Threat to Chinatown’s Cultural and Transportation Stability

A proposed arena in Philadelphia’s Chinatown has triggered fears of cultural loss and reduced mobility. Interviews with 10 residents, business owners, and leaders reveal themes of transportation disruption, cultural displacement, and distrust in city planning. Findings suggest “displacement without relocation” and support reforms rooted in spatial justice and place attachment.