District of Columbia
Big Trouble In A Struggling Chinatown
Two civic groups in Washington D.C.'s Chinatown are battling over a proposal to close an alleyway to allow the development of offices. Opponents argue the plan is short-sighted, while others say an economic boost will save the struggling district.
D.C. Suburb Redevelopment Plans Lack Guiding Vision
Local government has big plans for redevelopment in the inner suburbs of Washington D.C. But some say the approach is too segmented and lacks a greater vision for many of the region's smaller towns.
Beautification Project Leaves Local Businesses On Shaky Ground
A city-sponsored streetscape beautification project currently under construction in Washington D.C. has been keeping many customers away from local businesses. Many are calling on the city to help out businesses during the construction-caused lull.
Book Review: Worthy Of The Nation
The second edition of this seminal historical planning study of Washington, D.C. offers readers an in-depth look at the city's birth and creation.
Getting 'High' In The Nation's Capital
With office rents second only to Midtown Manhattan, developers are arguing that it's time to add skyscrapers to the Washington D.C. skyline.
'Flawed' Proposal May Be Last Chance
A long-planned transit tunnel connecting the greater Washington D.C. region to Dulles International Airport is coming up for a vote, but officials say the only way to keep the plan alive is to approve what is a seriously flawed proposal.
Low-Income Tenants In D.C. Agree To Relocate
Plans to redevelop several ailing housing projects near the U.S. Capitol into mixed-income communities are moving forward after most tenants agree to relocate voluntarily.
Should Jaywalking Be An Offense?
A recent column in the Washington Post criticizes the city's crackdown on jaywalking, arguing that it only serves to discourage pedestrians.
D.C.'s Reluctance To Update Building Height Limits
This column from The Washington Post examines the city's general opposition too revising its building height restrictions -- limits that have been in place for nearly 100 years.
Water Taxis For Washington D.C.?
Washington Post columnist Steven Pearlstein offers his ideas for a fleet of ferries shuttling passengers across the Potomac river.
FAA May Stop Planned D.C. High-Rises Near Metro
The government agency may halt plans for several new high-rise complexes in Arlington, Virginia, due to concerns about the danger posed to planes headed to Reagan Airport.
District of Columbia Losing Black Majority
With D.C. neighborhoods attracting new white upper-income residents and lower-income black families fleeing for the more affordable suburbs, the nation's capital is poised to lose its longtime status as a black-majority city.
The Purchase of a Lifetime
When luxury condo developers started buying up properties on W Street in D.C., the low-income tenants who already lived there decided to get in the game.
With Land Disappearing In D.C., Some Say Build Up
Available land in Washington D.C. is expected to diminish sharply within the next 20 years, prompting some to suggest that increasing building heights and densities should become the new development paradigm.
Will Washington D.C. Follow NYC's Lead Towards Congestion Tax?
D.C. Mayor Adrian Fenty recently stated his desire to investigate the feasibility of a congestion tax, sparking immediate debate about the possible effects on the region.
Is Art Still Art If It's Public Art?
In an experiment to see what effect great art would have when placed out of context and in public space, acclaimed violinist Joshua Bell stood incognito in a Washington D.C. metro station, playing classical masterpieces during the morning commute.
Creating A New Vision For The National Mall
With space at a premium on the National Mall, designers are rethinking the design of the capital's symbolic core.
Redevelopment Projects Have Some Residents Wary
Surrounded by major government centers and large new public works projects, Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, is preparing to reveal a plan to redevelop its waterfront -- a revival effort many residents are wary of.
Smart Growth Wizard Tackles The Nation's Capital
With her new role as the head of the Office of Planning, Harriet Tregoning, a pioneer of the smart growth movement, is set on molding Washington D.C. into a more livable city.
Paying $1 Per Mile To Speed Past Traffic
Time-sensitive commuters would benefit from proposed toll express lanes for D.C. area freeways, which would be built on congested carpool lanes by private companies. Carpools would still use the lanes free of charge.
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Planning for Universal Design
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