Washington Business Journal

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.

Critics worry that cities who require new developments to meet LEED-ND standards will sacrifice affordable housing for sustainability.

Business people join with transportation planners in calling for streetcar systems in the Washington D.C. area. Several are in the works.

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.

Andy Altman, planning director for Washington D.C., is the 'most sought-after planner in the country.'

ULI plans to bring together movers and shakers for a new look at regional planning in metropolitan Washington, D.C.

Redevelopment plans may be stalled by resident action to have Watergate complex designated as a historical landmark.

How have D.C.’s height limits influenced its urban design?

Hank Dittmar offers evidence that building transit benefits drivers, as well as transit riders.

A major change in the way residential development takes place will force smaller developers to change the way they compete.

The Columbia Pike Initiative has established a planning framework for the first construction for small business in 40 years.

Philadelphia, PA, hires a landscape architecture firm to develop a comprehensive plan for the North Delaware Riverfront.

Tim Schooley writes about the different meanings of the term 'de-mall' and discusses the future of malls.

The Washington region's rapid growth calls for strict parking and traffic policies. Experts provide advice for developers.

Adaptive reuse projects are gaining momentum. This articles lists recent projects, discusses challenges, and offers suggestions for success.

A new report by the MaryPIRG Foundation shows strong links between highways and sprawl in Maryland.

Over 40 anti-srawl groups are opposing The Techway bridge project to link the Dulles International Airport and I-270.