Breakfast links: Building an accessory dwelling unit in DC just got a little easier
An ADU in a DC alley by S. Davis licensed under Creative Commons.
Pre-approved plans launch for accessory dwelling units
DC’s Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs is making it easier to build ADUs in DC by debuting code-compliant, pre-approved plans for the buildings, as well as a new platform to order building inspections on-demand. (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)
MoCo government workers’ union files unfair labor charge over vaccine policy
The labor union that represents Montogomery County employees is accusing the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission of unfair labor practices because of their policy of separating vaccinated and unvaccinated workers. (Ally Schweitzer / DCist)
Contractor on top of Air Force Memorial causes panic
A contractor conducting routine maintenance and inspections caused a social media frenzy when people saw him on the 200-foot-tall spires of the Air Force Memorial. (Dana Hedgpeth / Post)
DC’s new area code makes its debut
Tuesday marked the first day service providers began assigning DC’s new 771 area code to people getting new phone numbers. DC’s 202 area code has been in service since 1947. (Martin Austermuhle / DCist)
DOJ sues Uber for violating the ADA
The Department of Justice is suing Uber for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act by charging a fee for those who take more than two minutes to arrive at their ride, saying it discriminates against those with mobility challenges. (FOX5)
Public transit key to lowering transportation emissions
While zero-emission vehicles were highlighted at the COP26 conference in Glasgow, many officials, labor leaders, and experts are reminding people that the key to meeting climate goals in the transportation sector is public transit. (Josyana Joshua / CityLab)
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