Dan Brendel News Today

DC launches pilot to proactively tow cars in Ward 1 that have racked up at least $3,000 in fines. Montgomery County approves $7.1 billion budget for FY25. Developer applies to rezone Fairfax County office park to enable 706 units of housing.

WMATA board approves budget that preserves service, increases fares. Governor Moore signs housing package into law. WMATA hires third inspector general in two years.

Red Line reboot: Summer rail transit construction comes with temporary bus lanes. Jubilee Housing unveils plans for former SunTrust Plaza in Adams Morgan. Baltimore officials file suit against owner of ship that caused Key Bridge collapse.

Port of Baltimore should fully reopen by end of May, according to Army Corps of Engineers. High-end retailers in downtown DC seeing foot traffic and sales beyond pre-pandemic levels. Construction to begin on affordable apartment building near McLean Metro Station.

Net loss? Virginia House passes arena bill, future uncertain. Three years later, displaced DC condo owners still awaiting resolution. Nearly 400 units of housing planned for part of Bethesda office park.

Bowser holds firm: Caps and Wizards remain at Capital One Arena or DC will invest its $500M offer in new uses for the property. Temporary Arlington bus storage yard could become permanent. Baltimore’s new tree planting fee structure threatens to undermine its own canopy goal.

DC funds additional 5,500 rental assistance applications. Housing is the main reason Marylanders surrender pets to shelters. Arlington extends fare-free student program to Metrobus.

Fairfax County sidesteps single-family-only zoning end, explores other paths for supply boost. Unpacking the push for social housing in DC. Provision in Maryland housing bills could provide a housing density bump near transit statewide.

MWCOG releases report with WMATA funding recommendations. DC Council votes to restore eligibility for first-time homebuyer assistance to applicants who applied prior to new restrictions. Advocacy group gives Maryland transit a near-failing grade.  

Alexandria City Council approves ‘Zoning for Housing’ end to single-family-only zoning. Downtown DC BID urges WMATA to postpone downtown Metrorail closures to January. Group submits application for Chevy Chase historic district.