Help us create great public spaces in the nation's capital

Urban design involves the enhancement of a place's unique urban character through the development and management of its public spaces, including building yards, parks, plazas, and streets. The National Capital Planning Commission is developing a new urban design element for the Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital Region that will establish policies designed to make federal public spaces, campuses and buildings more livable, functional, and sustainable, and we'd like your help.

Learn more about this new initiative


SUMMARY: Public Feedback from Jaunary 24 Workshop »

VIDEO: Recap of panel discussion on public space »

R. Ward said federal buildings, installations and public spaces in the National Capital Region need more sociable, recreation and bikeable in their design. »

National Mall was submitted as a 'disliked' example. »