Posts tagged Retail
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New exhibit shows how redlining affected DC and beyond, and what we can do about it today
Racially restrictive covenants and other policies known as “redlining” forced Black residents out of the neighborhoods west of Rock Creek Park, denying them the ability to create generational wealth through homeownership and segregating communities in the District for decades. A traveling exhibit currently housed at the Cleveland Park Neighborhood Library explores those legacies, and considers what can be done about it today. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Congressman warns WMATA to comply with subpoena
Safety signal: WMATA subpoena could have consequences, Congressman warns WMATA. With no Chinese grocery store, Chinatown seniors take charter bus. Donation of ferry could make splash in restoring service. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Mayfair Mansions landlord ordered to pay $1 million in tenant settlement
Landlord ordered to pay $1 million in legal settlement over housing code violations at Mayfair Mansions. Moore administration seeks bridge replacement funding on Capitol Hill. Fairfax County starts solar panel recycling program. Keep reading…
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Because Downtown: DC works to curb rampant attempts at urban innovation
The Because Downtown initiative would scale back on transportation and public space infrastructure and policies that key constituencies are against, such as bike lanes, bus stops, streateries, road pricing, or any disincentives to driving. Critics query whether “just making parking garage owners happy + coffee” is a sustainable model for economic development. Keep reading…
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Building connections: Exploring the DC Department of Buildings
In the first installment of a new series by the DC Department of Buildings staff, learn about the agency and the data it uses to conduct its work. Keep reading…
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CVS stores that should have apartments above them, ranked
The District has more than 50 CVS stores, and most of them are in one-story buildings. While the city would benefit from new housing above each and every one, some are more worthy than others. Keep reading…
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Company town: Is Crystal City, part of Amazon’s “National Landing,” a “place”?
A city is more than just an urban form; it’s a collection of residents, properties, business owners, and developers crafting a place together, over time. Crystal City delivers a kind of urbanism at a large scale, as a kind of product. Keep reading…
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Take note, downtowns: Crystal City suffered its office apocalypse and came out better
Cities have a long track record of re-inventing their downtowns when the need arises. As DC leaders consider the future of downtown, they need only look as far as Crystal City for inspiration. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Purple Line delayed again; officials request additional $425 million
Purple Line delayed until December 2027. Montgomery County amendment aims to make it easier to preserve affordable housing. Chinatown residents concerned about impact of Caps, Wizards’ potential move. Keep reading…
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National links: Re-evaluating Vision Zero orthodoxy
The Safe Systems approach to Vision Zero warrants reevaluation. New data shows drivers are increasingly distracted by phones. Is the housing shortage actually leading to fewer younger people having sex? Keep reading…