DC’s Chevy Chase neighborhood looks to reverse its history of exclusion

By Cheryl Cort (Contributor) • December 3, 2021

Some members of DC’s Chevy Chase community are creating a more inclusive vision for the neighborhood alongside the launch of the Chevy Chase DC Small Area Plan by the DC Office of Planning.

National links: Why individuals still shoulder the blame for systemic traffic safety risks

By Jeff Wood (Contributor) • December 3, 2021

The idea that 94% of crashes are caused by human error is hindering the systemic change we need. The pandemic is changing the e-commerce environmental math. Fast-growing Seattle channeled that growth into its downtown core.

Breakfast links: DC finally finalizes its regulations on short-term rentals

By Matt Gontarchick (Contributor) • December 6, 2021

Short-term rentals, long-term rulemaking

The DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs has released its framework for enforcing a three-year-old law on short-term rentals like AirBnB. The rules require short-term rentals to be operated by the owner, who must get a permit.  (Nena Perry-Brown / UrbanTurf)

Lawmakers eye veto overturn to help Purple Line-affected businesses

Maryland General Assembly members aim to override Gov. Larry Hogan’s veto of a bill that would include $2 million to help businesses impacted by the construction of the Purple Line. Hogan said he vetoed the bill because it would have forced the state to lay off workers.  (Steve Bohnel / Bethesda Beat)

Reston Town Center expansion is in the works

A planned expansion of Reston Town Center is taking shape, with new office tenants moving in to two new buildings and at least half a dozen more buildings on the way.  (The Burn)

DC could get its own “Flatiron” building in NoMa

A 12-story, 115-unit development reminiscent of New York’s iconic Flatiron Building is being proposed near Union Market. All units in the building would be affordable to income levels at 30% and 50% of the area median income.  (UrbanTurf)

MoCo planning officials answer questions on Thrive Montgomery 2050

In a recent interview on Thrive Montgomery 2050, two Montgomery County planning officials emphasized the importance of upzoning along “growth corridors” like Rockville Pike, as well as the need to provides alternatives to driving with new infrastructure that supports cyclists and pedestrians.  (Steve Bohnel / Bethesda Beat)

200 DC jail inmates transferred due to poor conditions

The US Marshals Services has transferred 200 DC jail inmates to a federal prison in Pennsylvania and other facilities due to concerns over conditions that purportedly include guards antagonizing detainees, clogged toilets, and cold food. The District says its working to improve the jail, but a timeline remain elusive.  (Jenny Gathright / DCist)

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