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OP is hiring!

Check out our News Room for open positions. OP is currently hiring an Associate Director of Development Review (closing 12/20), Community Planner (closing 12/28), and Resource Allocation Officer (closing 12/28).

DC 2050 Digital Workshop

Participate in a digital workshop on DC 2050 to share your input on how DC could grow over the next two decades.

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Grant Opportunities for Ward 7 Work

We are soliciting grant applications from qualified organizations to support a shared commercial kitchen and public space activation in Ward 7. Applications are due by Jan. 7 and 13, respectively. Visit our news page for full details.

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Finalized Commemorative Work Designs for Brentwood & Congress Heights

Our Commemorate DC program has finalized designs for two commemorative works honoring Sterling A. Brown and Wilhelmina and Calvin Rolark. Visit the project website to see the designs.

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.

Published Rhode Island Ave Planning Study

We have published the report from our Rhode Island Avenue Planning Study. This project assessed land use, market potential, and strategies to meet community needs on the corridor between 13th St and Eastern Ave NE.

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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.

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Nov 24 2025

DC Office of Planning Releases Study on Opportunities for Rhode Island Avenue NE

(Washington, DC) – Today, the DC Office of Planning (OP) published a report on findings...

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...

Oct 30 2025

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

In this edition: Commemorate DC FY25 Recap Food Resources During the Federal Shutdown...

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...

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...

Dec 12 2025

Resource Allocation Officer

Job ID: 31122 Date Opened: 12/12/2025 Date Closed: 12/28/2025 Job Summary...

Dec 10 2025

Community Planner

Job ID: 31075 Date Opened: 12/10/2025 Date Closed: 12/28/2025 Job Summary...

Nov 6 2025

Associate Director, Development Review

Thursday, October 16, 2025 Job ID: 30841 Date Opened: 11/06/2025 Date Closed:...

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...

Dec 10 2025

Request for Applications: Two Grants for Ward 7

The DC Office of Planning is soliciting grant applications from qualified organizations to: 1) help...

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