Posts about Development
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Hans Riemer discusses White Flint, Wheaton, and eastern Montgomery County
Hans Riemer is an at-large candidate for the Montgomery County Council. At his campaign kickoff, I was impressed with his vision for Smart Growth in Montgomery County. Recently, he was kind enough to take time out of his busy schedule to answer a few questions. 1. What details about the newly approved White Flint Sector Plan will require the most attention and consensus-building? Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Green and moving
FBI might move to Greenbelt?; Barracks or community garden?; Adroit opposition keeps LeDroit static; Dose of bad news for pedestrians; He lied, but didn’t assault; Bike parking USA; Plop art?; No Phone Zone. Keep reading…
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Plan would reconnect East Falls Church, fill empty spaces
Arlington County is seeking public input for a plan to redevelop the East Falls Church area, embracing the mixed-use development that is the standard at other Metro stations in the county, and connecting the station area with better bicycle and pedestrian facilities. The overall vision is to guide redevelopment of the Metro station parking lot and other likely nearby… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Plans to grow
Georgetown residents v. students; A smaller Hill East, for now; CLD in MVT?; One small step for a better Gaithersbungle; What’s getting built; Taxes or social service cuts and meter hikes?; Ride Metro or not?; Legalize personal car sharing. Keep reading…
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Would a residential height bonus improve downtown?
Downtown DC could use more residential units, but the strong demand for downtown office space crowds out most residential development. Could a selective bonus above Washington’s height limit for downtown residential units allow for new residents while avoiding a land rush? The height limit generates perennial debate. I’ve opposed raising the height limit… Keep reading…
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Is Metro accessibility a factor for Northrop Grumman?
Northrop Grumman has narrowed down its headquarters search to two locations, one in a walkable and transit-adjacent area of Ballston, and the other in a generic, car-dependent suburban office park off the Beltway in Fairfax County. Stewart Schwartz of the Coalition for Smarter Growth is urging Northrop to choose Ballston (PDF): I am writing to you in my capacity as Executive… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Distracted driving not fine
Not “fine,” even for Redskins; Alexander hits cyclist; Don’t talk to someone while they’re driving; Fear not, aspiring U Street restauranteurs; Stormwater fee or tax?; Don’t fear Smart Growth; Keep riding on instead of building big garage; And…. Keep reading…
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UMD plans to ban all transit from Campus Drive
The University of Maryland plans to close the central Campus Drive to nearly all traffic this summer, including Metrobus and almost all student shuttle bus routes. This will diminish student access to transit and seems designed to strengthen the UMD administration’s efforts against a Purple Line through the center of campus. The closure follows the 2001-2020 Facilities… Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Building near Metro
Southwest becoming more livable, walkable; Will Grumman be near Metro? Does Leggett know Metro exists?; Tickets getting overturned. Problem?; Battle of the colors; Next up, bottles?; Too much preservation in NYC?; And…. Keep reading…
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Then and Now: Homes near AFRH
This row of homes on Park Road east of Georgia Avenue has certainly seen some changes over the years. They were designed in 1908 by architect N. T. Haller for builder Percy H. Russell. When they were completed Georgia Avenue was still named Brightwood Avenue, Park Morton (now behind and next to the row) wouldn’t be built for another 53 years, and the Soldiers’ Home (now… Keep reading…