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Job Opening: Deputy Director

We're hiring a Deputy Director of Development, Design, and Preservation. If you're passionate about innovative urban planning, design excellence, and preserving the city's rich heritage, this is your moment to make a lasting impact. Apply by 10/29.

DC 2050 - the District's Next Comprehensive Plan

DC 2050 will guide how our city will grow and change over the next 25 years. Get involved and share your ideas by taking the DC 2050 Vision Survey, signing up for the email list, and attending events. Visit DC2050.com to get started today.

Rhode Island Ave Planning Study

OP is undertaking a Rhode Island Avenue Planning Study focused on the corridor between 13th St and Eastern Ave NE. The study is assessing land use, market potential, and strategies to better meet community needs.

Aerial photo of the Poplar Point area of DC

Poplar Point Plan

The Poplar Point Plan is being developed in partnership between DC Government and the National Park Service. The planning process includes an Environmental Assessment and a Master Plan will be determine how Poplar Point can be redeveloped following the land transfer from the federal government to DC.

Queer History Map of DC

Check out a new interactive map of historic LGBTQ sites across DC. This StoryMap brings together a small collection of stories and locations that touch on the diversity of queer history in the District of Columbia.

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Jun 6 2025

Bowser Administration Launches an Interactive Website Featuring Historic LGBTQ Spaces Across DC

(WASHINGTON, DC) – In celebration of Pride Month, the Bowser Administration, led by the DC...

Mar 3 2025

Mayor Bowser Launches DC 2050, the District’s Next Comprehensive Plan

(Washington, DC) – Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Office of Planning (OP) launched DC...

Mar 2 2025

Mayor Bowser to Launch DC 2050, the District's Next Comprehensive Plan

(Washington, DC) – On Monday, March 3 at 11 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Office...

Dec 19 2024

New Census Data Shows DC’s Population Surpasses 700,000 for the First Time in Five Years

(Washington, DC) – Today, the U.S. Census Bureau released new population data that shows the...

Nov 27 2024

Bowser Administration Completes Two New Plans to Promote Equity, Resilience, and Opportunity for Northeast DC Neighborhoods

(Washington, DC) – The DC Council voted unanimously to approve the Ivy City Small Area Plan...

Sep 30 2025

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? September 2025

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! We invite you during this month to learn about the fascinating...

Aug 29 2025

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? August 2025

As summer draws to a close, we want to wish all families a joyful return to school. This is a time...

Jul 31 2025

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? July 2025

As summer continues, OP has been engaging with residents about design and planning in their...

Jun 30 2025

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? June 2025

Happy Pride Month from the Office of Planning (OP)! As the District hosts WorldPride 2025 and...

May 30 2025

What's Happening at the DC Office of Planning? May 2025

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

Sep 9 2025

Mayor Bowser to Unveil Art Ave, a Free Outdoor Art Exhibit on Connecticut Avenue NW

(Washington, DC) – On Wednesday, September 10 at 11 am, Mayor Muriel Bowser, the DC Office of...

Oct 16 2025

Deputy Director, Development, Design, and Preservation

Job ID: 30587 Date Opened: 10/16/2025 Date Closed: 10/29/2025 Job Summary...

Oct 9 2025

Community Planner: Term Position

Job ID: 30408 Date Opened: 10/09/2025 Date Closed: 10/22/2025 Community...

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 24 2025

Request for Applications: DC 2050 Community Organization Engagement Grant

The DC Office of Planning is soliciting grant applications from qualified community-based...

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