Posts tagged Regulations
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Drivers of large vehicles more likely to strike pedestrians when turning, study finds
SUVs and pick-up truck drivers are three to four times more likely to hit a pedestrian when they make a turn than the drivers of smaller cars, a new study finds. Researchers think it’s because of car design that increases blind spots. Keep reading…
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Proposed federal car safety rating updates wouldn’t address car size
New federal ratings for new cars would recommend various pedestrian safety features — but smaller car sizes wouldn’t be one of them. Keep reading…
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How do we grow and strengthen dockless in DC? We want your ideas.
Dockless bicycles, e-bikes, and e-scooters have transformed commuting options for many in DC for the past six months. What do you think their future regulations should look like? Help us collect some ideas and data. Keep reading…
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Zoning can do a lot, but it can’t do it all
Some communities try to use zoning to force a specific type of business to be built in the neighborhood or to prevent too many people from moving in. Zoning laws can be a powerful way to shape neighborhoods — which means they're often abused. Keep reading…
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Ask Arlington leaders to support more basement apartments and lower parking minimums
We need the voice of urbanists throughout the Arlington region to let the County Board know that we value forward-looking policies to expand affordable housing and transit-oriented communities. Keep reading…
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DC wins a big victory against landlords who convert housing to Airbnb-like hotels
The District is taking on companies that convert housing to short-term rental hotels, evading taxes and taking up badly-needed affordable units. This big legal win could be the harbinger of legal battles to come. Keep reading…