Breakfast links: Rockville ADU proposal gains momentum
A carriage house ADU in Washington, DC by BeyondDC licensed under Creative Commons.
Rockville considers allowing ADUs
Proponents say allowing accessory dwelling units (ADUs) would help the city address the housing affordability crisis. Opponents argue they could hurt tree canopies and neighborhood character. ADUs have been under consideration in Rockville since mid-2019 and a vote is expected in the coming months by the Mayor and the City Council. (Steve Bohnel / Bethesda Beat)
Developer files to build new missing middle development in Takoma
Douglas Development filed plans to build a four-story residential building consisting exclusively of three-bedroom apartments on Willow Street NW. The roof will be a “butterfly roof design” which can be used to collect rainwater. (UrbanTurf)
New DC Council bill calls for 7,500 public EV chargers to be installed by 2027
All 13 council members signaled support for the Comprehensive Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Access, Readiness, and Sustainability Amendment Act of 2023. DC currently has 250 public charging stations for 5,000 electric vehicles in the city. The bill would require at least four charging stations to be placed in each ward by the end of 2023. (Jordan Pascale / DCist)
GOP applicants to MoCo Planning Board emphasize serving the public over developers
The Montgomery County interviewed Shawn Bartley and David Winstead in an open session Tuesday to fill the Republican seat on the county’s planning board. Both candidates emphasized the need for transparency and service to the public. Democratic and unaffiliated candidates will be interviewed in the coming weeks. (Note: GGWash plans to make endorsements in the Montgomery County Planning Board process). (Steve Bohnel / Bethesda Beat)
Alexandria pushes forward with floodwater mitigation projects
The projects include installing four new inlets and expanding nine existing inlets. Alexandria had the most rain in its history last July and faced public criticism for the amount of flooding that resulted. (Vernon Miles / ALXNow)
Pedestrian-friendly development coming to West Falls Church Metro station property
The developer of the 24-acre project has agreed to construct a shared-use trail along Haycock road, add pedestrian sidewalks and signs, bicycle lanes, up to four bus shelters, and a designated spot for Capital Bikeshare docks. (Angela Woolsey / FFXNow)
VDOT seeks feedback on proposal to add lanes on Telegraph Road in Franconia
The Virginia Department of Transportation’s proposals includes widening Telegraph Road in Franconia by adding auxiliary lanes, upgrading curb ramps, and constructing additional sidewalks. VDOT is looking for feedback on the proposed plan via survey. (Vernon Miles / FFXNow)
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