Posts about Weather
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Breakfast links: DC Zoning Commission advances density increase on U Street
DC Zoning Commission advances map amendment to increase density at 1617 U Street NW. Maryland officials tout expansion of a program to assist people experiencing homelessness. Expert confirms Arlington County’s sewage system can handle Missing Middle development. Keep reading…
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How DC’s bus shelters can better serve riders who need them most
As the 20-year contract that governs how bus shelters are distributed in DC comes up for renewal, District leaders should prioritize bus riders who would benefit most from them. Keep reading…
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Walk more in your city. It could open up new horizons.
An urban writer proposes walking as a means of connecting with our cities and our souls. DC, thanks to its partially symbolic design, might be a particularly good proving-ground for the practice. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Snow creates multiple transportation challenges across Greater Washington
Winter storm grounds airlines, reduces bus service, closes GW Parkway. 14 DC neighborhoods have median home prices over $1 million. 2,000-acre Prince William data center project now in court. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC’s Northeast Boundary Tunnel passes first major test during Tuesday’s rainstorm
Northeast Boundary Tunnel worked as intended, lessening the impacts of Tuesday’s major rainstorm. Over half of DC area rental listings on Zillow featured concessions in December. Pedestrian hit by subway in Baltimore. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Maryland to go forward with American Legion Bridge, I-270 toll lanes
Maryland DOT is applying for federal funds to widen I-495 and replace the American Legion Bridge. Environmental report released for Crystal City-to-DCA pedestrian bridge. “Build-to-rent” project coming to Ashburn. Keep reading…
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National links: How ancient cooling designs could help us fight climate change
How ancient passive cooling techniques could help us reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Can Montreal’s newest light rail line serve as a model for the rest of Canada? Dallas will soon have a hike and bike loop. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Regional power grid improving, but tested by, climate change
Climate change tests Maryland’s power grid resilience. DC to receive $59.4 million in federal clean energy rebates to be distributed to households. NoMa continues to grow, with six major residential projects recently completed or underway. Keep reading…
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National links: Greyhound terminals close, leaving riders on the street
Greyhound opts for curbside pickup and dropoff as it closes bus terminals across the US. Paris looks for solutions to mitigate urban heat and the impacts of climate change. How hurricanes are displacing working- and middle-class homeowners in Florida. Keep reading…
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National links: Business groups increasingly support people-centered streets
Business Improvement Districts increasingly support people-centered street redesigns. Dangerous urban heat endangers users of playgrounds and bus stops. Utah launches a first-of-its-kind road pricing pilot. Keep reading…