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Church Sues to Demolish Historic Church Building
The Third Church of Christ, Scientist in Washington, D.C., has filed suit against the city to remove the landmark designation on their building, which limits what can be done to alter the site -- or demolish it completely, which is the church's hope.
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Will LEED-ND Discourage Affordable Housing?
Critics worry that cities who require new developments to meet LEED-ND standards will sacrifice affordable housing for sustainability.
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D.C. Area Seeks Streetcar Rebirth
Business people join with transportation planners in calling for streetcar systems in the Washington D.C. area. Several are in the works.
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Smart Growth Wizard Tackles The Nation's Capital
With her new role as the head of the Office of Planning, Harriet Tregoning, a pioneer of the smart growth movement, is set on molding Washington D.C. into a more livable city.
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America's Most Sought-After Planner
Andy Altman, planning director for Washington D.C., is the 'most sought-after planner in the country.'
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A Regional 'Reality Check'
ULI plans to bring together movers and shakers for a new look at regional planning in metropolitan Washington, D.C.
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Shaping the Future of the Watergate Hotel
Redevelopment plans may be stalled by resident action to have Watergate complex designated as a historical landmark.
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Height Limits May Improve Urban Fabric
How have D.C.s height limits influenced its urban design?
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TOD Is Good For Drivers Also
Hank Dittmar offers evidence that building transit benefits drivers, as well as transit riders.
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The Changing Nature Of Real Estate Development
A major change in the way residential development takes place will force smaller developers to change the way they compete.
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Form-Based Code Reaps Dividends
The Columbia Pike Initiative has established a planning framework for the first construction for small business in 40 years.
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Philadelphia Plans Riverfront Revitalization
Philadelphia, PA, hires a landscape architecture firm to develop a comprehensive plan for the North Delaware Riverfront.
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The Many Meanings Of 'De-malling'
Tim Schooley writes about the different meanings of the term 'de-mall' and discusses the future of malls.
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Greater Washington's Tough Traffic And Parking Policies
The Washington region's rapid growth calls for strict parking and traffic policies. Experts provide advice for developers.
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Adaptive Reuse Of Malls: Why It Makes Sense
Adaptive reuse projects are gaining momentum. This articles lists recent projects, discusses challenges, and offers suggestions for success.
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Linking Highways And Sprawl
A new report by the MaryPIRG Foundation shows strong links between highways and sprawl in Maryland.
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Smart Growth Groups Oppose Techway Project
Over 40 anti-srawl groups are opposing The Techway bridge project to link the Dulles International Airport and I-270.
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