Monday, October 13, 2014

Progress on Parking Reform Could Make DC More Walkable and Affordable

A few key changes to the DC zoning code could help make housing more affordable, streets more walkable, transit more convenient, and healthy foods more accessible. Years of debate and delay have watered down the reforms somewhat, but they still represent substantial progress. And now it looks like they will pass.
New zoning rules will require 50 percent less parking by metro stops and frequent bus corridors. Photo: Virtual Tourist
New zoning rules will cut parking requirements in half near metro stops and frequent bus corridors. Photo: Virtual Tourist
Cheryl Cort of the Coalition for Smarter Growth files a status report at Greater Greater Washington:

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