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New History StoryMap

Our new StoryMap details the story of the National Training School for Women and Girls. Explore the school's groundbreaking history and learn about Nannie Helen Burroughs’ perseverance as the school’s founder and president for over 40 years.

North Capitol Crossroads

OP envisions transforming North Capitol Crossroads into a connected, well-designed, and multi-modal neighborhood. See ideas for reimagining this area, take a survey, and listen to our podcasts!

Commemorate DC

Supporting community partners to create opportunities for DC residents and local artists to engage in the planning and creation of commemorative works honoring local Washingtonians in their communities.

OP Demographic Data Hub

The OP Demographic Data Hub is an online, interactive information service that provides reliable, up-to-date data on the demographics of the District of Columbia.

OP Racial Equity Action Plan

OP’s Racial Equity Action Plan outlines activities that OP will take to reduce racial inequities and improve life for all Washingtonians.

Downtown Public Realm Plan

The Downtown Public Realm Plan reenvisions Downtown streets, sidewalks, plazas and parks to be safer, welcoming, and more enjoyable. View the completed plan.

Urban Design Visual Guide

Our Urban Design Visual Guide makes technical terms accessible and understandable so that more District residents can participate in discussions about how we design our city.

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Jul 29 2024

Mayor Bowser and Community Members Mark Significant Milestone: 36,000 New Homes by 2025

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced that the District has surpassed its goal of...

Jul 11 2024

At Ribbon Cutting of First Major Office-to-Housing Conversion in Downtown DC, Mayor Bowser Announces New Program to Spur Transformation of Office Spaces

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the District’s new “Office to Anything”...

Apr 19 2024

DC Office of Planning Releases Request for Proposals to Study the History of Affordable Housing in DC

(WASHINGTON, DC) – The DC Office of Planning (OP), in collaboration with the DC Preservation League...

Apr 4 2024

DC Office of Planning Launches Podcast to Spotlight Neighborhood History from the Voices of Residents

(WASHINGTON, DC) – The DC Office of Planning (OP) launched “District Crossroads,” a new podcast to...

Feb 26 2024

Mayor Bowser and Downtown Leaders Announce Strategies to Support Revitalization of Downtown DC

District Leaders and the DowntownDC and Golden Triangle BIDs Unveil the Downtown Action Plan and...

Aug 29 2024

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? August 2024

We’re moving! The DC Office of Planning (OP) is moving to a new office space located at 899 North...

Jul 30 2024

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? July 2024

This month marked a significant milestone for the District with the achievement of 36,000 new homes...

Jun 27 2024

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? June 2024

Happy Pride Month from the Office of Planning (OP)! Check out Snapshots of DC’s LGBTQIA+ History...

May 30 2024

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? May 2024

Happy Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month from the Office...

Apr 30 2024

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? April 2024

With spring in full swing, the Office of Planning (OP) team has been out in the community engaging...

Sep 12 2024

Community Planner

Job ID: 27512 Opening Date: 9/12/24 Closing Date: 10/1/24 Apply Now Job Summary

Aug 19 2024

Community Planner, Neighborhood Planning

Job ID: 27251 Opening Date: 8/19/24 Closing Date: 8/31/24

Jul 25 2024

Development Review Specialist

Job ID: 26932 Opening Date: 07/25/2024 Closing Date: 08/14/2024 Apply Now Job Summary

Jul 10 2024

Associate Director, Neighborhood Planning

Job ID: 26883 Opening Date: 07/10/2024 Closing Date: 07/17/2024

Jun 28 2024

Community Planner

Job ID: 26751 Opening Date: 06/28/2024 Closing Date: 07/17/2024

Jul 12 2022

Statement from Interim Director Anita Cozart on the Chevy Chase Small Area Plan

Today, the Council of the District of Columbia voted unanimously to approve the Chevy Chase Small...

Jan 25 2021

Statement from Director Andrew Trueblood on the Baltimore-Washington Super Conducting Maglev Project DEIS

The District of Columbia Office of Planning (OP) has been an active participant in the National...

Aug 28 2020

Statement from Director Andrew Trueblood on the District of Columbia Office of Planning’s Key Comments and Concerns on the Washington Union Station Expansion Project DEIS

Today, I am issuing a statement about the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the...

Sep 4 2024

Request for Proposal: Rhode Island Avenue Planning Study

The DC Office of Planning is seeking a contractor with expertise in the areas of land use economics...

Apr 12 2024

Request for Proposals: The History of Affordable Housing in Washington, DC

The DC Office of Planning (OP), in collaboration with the DC Preservation League, released a...

Dec 4 2023

Request for Proposal: Columbia Heights and Mount Pleasant Study

The DC Office of Planning is seeking a contractor with expertise in the areas of urban design,...

Nov 15 2023

Request for Proposal: Comprehensive Plan Consultant

The DC Office of Planning is looking for a contractor to support the District’s Comprehensive Plan...

Sep 6 2023

Request for Proposals: Latino Communities Historic Context Study

The DC Office of Planning Historic Preservation Office and the DC Preservation League are seeking a...

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Office of Planning

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Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm, except District holidays

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899 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 7100, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 442-7600
Fax: (202) 442-7638
TTY: 711
Email: [email protected]