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Event: Zoning for Positive Change in DC
How can plans and zoning regulations shape vibrant, mixed-use, walkable communities? On April 23, 2025 we hosted a discussion with Code Studio, one of the national leaders on using innovative form-based approaches to zoning to guide change and protect what’s best about our neighborhoods. Speakers: Colin Scarff and Rene Biberstein,
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Check out the 8 new visions for the future of Chevy Chase DC civic core
Guide to Chevy Chase proposals by our partner Ward3Vision Photo credit: Cheryl Cort
Demand better solutions for I-495 Southside and Woodrow Wilson Bridge
Say no to highway expansion and more traffic
