Posts from December 2015
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These are the US cities doing away with parking minimums
Under DC’s new zoning code, there will be fewer requirements to build parking next to new buildings. Lots cities are making similar moves, with some doing away with parking minimums altogether. Keep reading…
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Want to write great blog posts? We’ll teach you how at a session in Tysons!
Blogging is a powerful way to share what you know. On January 11th at Launch Workplaces in Tysons, we’ll teach you everything you need to effectively and persuasively share your ideas with the world. Keep reading…
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In some places, living near Metro has become more affordable
Washington-area neighborhoods in walking distance of Metro are wealthier and whiter than their surroundings, according to a new Census Bureau study. But for many places outside the District, living near Metro has become more affordable. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: See you in court
Seeing red; Beat back blight; This old HQ; Where’s my #newtrain?; Peak peaking; Prince George’s saves energy; Don’t fill ‘er up; Pentagon City popping up. Keep reading…
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DC may raise traffic fines. Criminology says that’s unhelpful.
DC’s new plan for Vision Zero, the effort to reduce road deaths to zero, contains significant steps forward like lowering some speed limits and trying out protected intersections. It also raises some fines by 350% to 1000%. Is that wise? I’m not convinced. Here are some of the old and new fines: Offense Old fine New fine Speeding 26+ mph over… Keep reading…
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The feds might pay for smarter drunk driving penalties in DC
Most people would say they favor harsher punishments for drunk driving. But when it comes to keeping impaired drivers off the road, the most important thing is having laws that work. Keep reading…
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Need a last-minute urbanist gift? Here are some ideas.
Looking for last minute holiday gift ideas? We’ve got you covered! Here’s what our contributors suggested when I asked for items related to transportation, cities, urbanism, and our region itself. For the home Vintage DC Streetcar poster: A poster photo of a DC streetcar from the 1890s shows what public transit looked like over a hundred year ago. It’s… Keep reading…
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Please welcome our new Managing Director, Sarah Guidi!
Hello, Greater Greater Washington community! I’m Sarah Guidi, Greater Greater Washington’s Managing Director. Since starting six weeks ago, I’ve been busy working to strengthen the organization behind the blog. Thanks in large part to the help and support of the many smart and talented volunteers and staff, these efforts are paying off! You may be wondering… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: In with the new
Old space, new use; Defining historic; America’s 10 best new bike lanes; A greater College Park; Land swap shifts shelter; Buying charm in Bethesda; Dupont Circle’s fountain; Final ride; Hold the doors. Keep reading…
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National links: New York, New York
New York City almost rebuilt the Williamsburg Bridge 30 years ago, traffic congestion on Houston’s gigantic freeway is getting worse, a city’s skyline says a lot about how it uses energy, and Iran is looking to build more rail. Check out what’s happening around the country in transportation, land use, and other related areas! Narrow minded: In the 80s, conventional… Keep reading…