Planners Review Proposed Tunnel Near White House

A proposal to build a tunnel near the White House aims to address security concerns and traffic issues.

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July 28, 2001, 6:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"There is no consensus among preservationists and planners that a tunnel will be an aesthetic improvement. Some fear that large entry ramps will overwhelm the historic White House precinct...Also, the National Park Service has adopted a separate plan that could be at odds with a tunnel. "

Thanks to Abhijeet Chavan

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Thursday, July 26, 2001 in The Washington Post

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