Take action to support an important bill that will make it easier to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) like backyard cottages and accessory apartments in Montgomery County.
Author: Elena Sorokina
Have you seen the draft Duke Street Plan?
Don’t miss one of the last opportunities to share your feedback on the draft Duke Street Land Use Plan before Nov. 13!
Release: Coalition for Smarter Growth Statement on Metro’s proposed FY28 fare structure changes
After not raising fares since 2024, WMATA proposes a modest increase to regular fares accounting for inflation, while adjusting certain late night and weekend/holiday fares and reduced fare programs to align with the agency’s longer-term fare strategy.
CSG News: Don’t miss these chances to connect, celebrate, and win change
Your monthly guide for all things housing and transit in the DC region
Celebrate release of draft Duke Street plan!
The City of Alexandria will be releasing the draft Duke Street Land Use Plan next week! Join their celebration and open house on September 29 from 7-9 p.m. to get a first-look at what’s in the plan.
CSG in the News: Virginia confronts $1.7 billion shortfall in highway maintenance funding
The deficit invited criticism from advocacy groups, including the Coalition for Smarter Growth (CSG), which promotes walkable, bikeable, inclusive, and transit-oriented growth in the Washington, D.C. region.
Testimony to the Virginia Commonwealth Transportation Board on Smart Growth and Fix-it-First Priorities
We are at a turning point in our fiscal crisis, the long-term failure of road expansion, rising household transportation costs, loss of Virginia’s scenic and historic landscape, and the impacts of climate change. It is time for a new approach.
RELEASE: Today’s briefing to the Commonwealth Transportation Board: Virginia’s road repaving deficit is $200 million
The state has a road repaving deficit of $200 million due to a decision made in June 2025 by the prior administration to prioritize expansion and other types of road projects over maintenance.
Smart Growth Social is back! Join us on October 21 at Eastern Market
Our exciting guest speaker this year is Yonah Freemark of the Urban Institute!
CSG News: Let’s get together!
Great communities thrive when we come together, and this season offers plenty of opportunities to connect, from our popular walking tours and online action-taking opportunities to, of course, our favorite night of the year: Smart Growth Social!