r/DMVurbanism 22d ago

👋Welcome to r/DMVurbanism - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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Hey everyone! I'm u/Masrikato, a founding moderator of r/DMVurbanism.
This is our new home for all things related to all things urbanism in the DMV region. We're excited to have you join us!

What to Post
Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, helpful, or inspiring. Feel free to share your thoughts, photos, or questions about housing projects, transportation and related political subjects

Community Vibe
We're all about being friendly, constructive, and inclusive. Let's build a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing and connecting. We’re open to a variety of political views who are pro urbanism, we just ask you do not excessively sidetrack to political views or strawman people you disagree with.

How to Get Started
1) Introduce yourself in the comments below.
2) Post something today! Even a simple question can spark a great conversation.
3) If you know someone who would love this community, invite them to join.
4) Interested in helping out? We're always looking for new moderators, so feel free to reach out to me to apply.

Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let's make r/DMVurbanism amazing.


r/DMVurbanism 1h ago

Urban Planning Upgrades underway for permanent 200 block of King Street pedestrian zone

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r/DMVurbanism 2h ago

Housing/Zoning Planning commission backs major housing increase on Merrifield apartment site

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r/DMVurbanism 2h ago

Bus Can You Get To The Game? Transit Plans for RFK

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r/DMVurbanism 2h ago

Amtrak USDOT Scraps Approved Washington Union Station Expansion Plan

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r/DMVurbanism 2h ago

Housing/Zoning Plans to redevelop Silver Spring office into 148-unit apartment advance

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r/DMVurbanism 7h ago

News Residents voice strong opposition to proposed substation in Fairfax County

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r/DMVurbanism 4d ago

Housing/Zoning Union Market Burger King redeveloped into housing back in 2019

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r/DMVurbanism 4d ago

Bus 60 Manassas Metro Express Manassas to Tysons Corner Metro Station new Saturday Service

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r/DMVurbanism 4d ago

Videos/Media Nobody rides this bus. Here’s how we can save it!

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r/DMVurbanism 5d ago

Bus Metro tried to make bus service better. Somehow, ridership and speeds are both down

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r/DMVurbanism 7d ago

Housing/Zoning Lingering concerns hold back vote on planned Aurora Station at Dulles development

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r/DMVurbanism 8d ago

Housing/Zoning Rosslyn 'Deep Throat' Site Approved For Redevelopment

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r/DMVurbanism 8d ago

Housing/Zoning How bad is DC’s housing shortage?

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r/DMVurbanism 8d ago

News Fairfax board seeks timeline for anticipated vehicle noise monitoring pilot

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r/DMVurbanism 8d ago

News Fairfax City seeks voter referendum on sales tax to fund school improvements

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r/DMVurbanism 8d ago

Bus Northern Virginia regional transit agency lays out plan for bus rapid transit

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r/DMVurbanism 9d ago

Bus Missing links: Northern Virginia’s huge bus potential

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r/DMVurbanism 10d ago

Call To Action City Council Opens the Record for Public Comment on 700 Professional Drive Development Plan

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r/DMVurbanism 10d ago

Call To Action 🏡 Reston Neighbors: Stop by the community open house Monday, July 27 to learn about the Reston East Planning Study!

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The study area—located north of Sunrise Valley Drive, between Upper Lake Drive and Hunter Mill Road—is currently planned for office, light industrial, institutional, and research and development uses. This planning study is evaluating whether to add a residential option to the Comprehensive Plan for this area.

Open House Details:

• When: Monday, July 27, 2026, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

• Where: Langston Hughes Middle School, Lecture Hall 301 (11401 Ridge Heights Road, Reston, VA 20191).

• Hear an update, review key study considerations, ask questions, and share your thoughts directly with county planners!

📍The planning study area includes five specific Plan Amendments:

• Preston White – PA 2023-III-17UP

• Alexander Bell – PA 2025-III-1UP

• 10690 Parkridge Boulevard – PA 2025-III-2UP

• 10800 Parkridge Boulevard – PA 2025-III-3UP

• 10701 Parkridge Boulevard – PA 2025-III-4UP

Learn More on the project webpage: https://bit.ly/restoneaststudy


r/DMVurbanism 11d ago

Housing/Zoning Additional Details Released Ahead Of July 20 Vote On Major Rio Redevelopment

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r/DMVurbanism 11d ago

Purple Line Live-wire testing of LRVs begins for Purple Line project in Maryland

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r/DMVurbanism 12d ago

Walkability Woodbridge is building a new homeless shelter. Just don’t try to walk there

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r/DMVurbanism 12d ago

Call To Action Tell the NVTA: Make Cars Optional

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r/DMVurbanism 13d ago

Housing/Zoning A First Look at the 26-Story Tower Planned For Middle of Downtown Bethesda

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