After about a decade of planning and litigation, and another six years of construction, the first part of the first of two spans to replace the old Woodrow Wilson Bridge between Prince George's County, Md. and Alexandria, Va. is open to traffic.
Jun 13, 2006 The Washington Post
New Urbanist design comes to the Villages at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Today, the military hopes more attractive neighborhoods will help recruit and retain soldiers, and create a stronger sense of community to support military families.
Jun 11, 2006 The New York Times
A new study shows that Adequate Public Finance Ordinances (APFOs)in the National Capital Region may counter state's efforts at managing growth effectively.
May 30, 2006 The Washington Post
A developer wants to raze the old Buckingham Village apartments in Arlington County, to replace them with pricey new townhomes. Should "neighborhood guardian" Lillian Veney and her dog, who have lived in the complex for 12 years, be forced out?
May 10, 2006 The Washington Post
The Shenandoah River reaches the tipping point thanks to pollution and development, according to national non-proft conservation organization American Rivers, which releases the annual list.
Apr 20, 2006 The Washington Post
Arlington County, Virginia, and the City of Alexandria approved a plan for restoration of a 2.3-mile stretch of Four Mile Run; the vision would transform the neglected urban stream into a natural amenity and destination in the D.C. area.
Mar 24, 2006 The Washington Post
How should the D.C. area handle its explosive growth? Columnist Steven Pearlstein has some ideas.
Mar 21, 2006 The Washington Post
Three of the top 10 fastest growing county's in the country lie in the Virginia exurbs surrounding Washington, D.C.
Mar 21, 2006 The Washington Post
How to find shelter in a wealthy suburban county without paying rent or a mortgage.
Feb 28, 2006 Washington Citypaper
Many in Virginia believe that more funding is needed for transportation, although some, including members of the Virginia General Assembly, don't want to raise taxes.
Feb 9, 2006 Richmond Times-Dispatch
