Posts about Development
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Charles Allen wants more transparency when the public subsidizes parking spaces
Under this proposal, TIFs can go forward with parking — since sometimes that might really be necessary — but the developer has to justify in a transparent way why the parking is needed. Keep reading…
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Crystal City could be getting a flashy pedestrian bridge to the airport
Could this pedestrian bridge from Crystal City to Washington National Airport be the new High Line? Planners hope it will add more high-quality public space to the neighborhood. Keep reading…
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Montgomery County must improve pedestrian safety in White Flint, advocates say
Three recent local tragedies where people were struck and killed by motorists serve as a stark reminder that pedestrian safety on Montgomery County’s busiest roadways remains a pressing public safety issue. Keep reading…
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Neighbors weighed in early, and it led to an 80% affordable development in Petworth. Could other projects follow this model?
Over the years, there’s been a lot of back and forth about what to do with the old Hebrew Home and Paul Robeson School. Now the city, with extensive input from area residents, has taken a big step forward in bringing almost 200 homes to the site. Keep reading…
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Arlington loosens restrictions on basement apartments, but delays on backyard cottages
A decade ago, the battle to legalize accessory apartments in Arlington resulted in overly burdensome regulations. A recent decision has loosened these restrictions — but the victory is incomplete. Keep reading…
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Once declared illegal, a dubious public process is sneaking back into Prince George’s County
Prince George’s County has already gone through this — Maryland's highest court agreed that the “call-up” system was too easy to abuse. It’s a very bad idea to reintroduce it now. Keep reading…
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Should urbanism extend to the far suburbs? This Manassas development puts it to the test.
What kinds of smart growth, pro-density arguments apply to this proposed Manassas development, which is located in the far suburbs of Virginia? Keep reading…
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Montgomery County’s Marc Elrich compares Purple Line development to “ethnic cleansing”
In many communities along the Purple Line, there are real concerns that the increase in value could boost the demand for homes and drive up prices, potentially pushing out lower-income people. Here's how NOT to respond to this situation. Keep reading…
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The best way to improve transportation in our region is…
How can we reduce the number of vehicles on the road and improve transportation in the region? Experts studied ten different strategies to find the most effective ones, and the winner might surprise you. Keep reading…
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DC’s countless thirtysomething office buildings stare down mid-life crises
When it comes to ribbon windows, aluminum facade panels, pink marble and brass lobbies, beige carpet, and fluorescent tube lights, we're number one! What should the region do with their glut of 80s and 90s-style office buildings? Keep reading…