An official U.S. government website Here's how you know
The Federal Planning Agency for America's Capital
Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Awards

NCPC is proud that many national and regional organizations recognized our work over the years. Here is a list of recent awards, achievements, and recognitions we’re honored to have won.

2024

Outstanding Planning Project

Beyond Granite
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

Outstanding Planning Tool

Federal Workplace Scenario Plan
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

Vision Award

Beyond Granite
Committee of 100 on the Federal City
Regional

2022

Commuter Connections Award

Transportation Element-Federal Comprehensive Plan and Monitoring Program
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
Regional

Momentum Award

Pennsylvania Avenue Initiative
Downtown DC Business Improvement District
Regional

Planning Excellence Award in Sustainability and Resilience

Federal Transportation Element, Addendum, and Transportation Monitoring Program
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

2019

1st Place: Annual Report

NCPC 2018 Year in Review
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

2018

Award of Excellence: Website

NCPC Website Redesign
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

Silver: Website

Government Agency Category
Davey Awards
National

Frederick Gutheim Award for Distinguished Leadership in Planning

Banneker Park Pedestrian Access Improvements
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

2017

Gold: Websites

Government Agency Category
Horizon Interactive Award
National

Award of Excellence: Display

NCPC Lobby Display and Field Notes
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

Vision Award

Square Guidelines for Pennsylvania Avenue, Squares 378 and 379
Committee of 100 on the Federal City
Regional

2016

1st Place: Annual Report

2015 Year in Review
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

Award of Excellence: Display

NCPC Lobby Display and Field Notes
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

Outstanding Federal Planning Program Honor Award

Federal Urban Design Element and Technical Addendum
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

Vision Award

Urban Design Element and Technical Element
Committee of 100 on the Federal City
Regional

2015

Outstanding Collaborative Planning Project or Program

Building a Climate Resilient National Climate Region
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

2014

Outstanding Sustainable Planning, Design or Development Initiative

SW Ecodistrict
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

Honor Award for Outstanding Professional Achievement

SW Ecodistrict Plan: A Vision for a More Sustainable Future
American Society of Landscape Architects, Potomac Chapter
Regional

Vision Award

SW Ecodistrict Plan
Committee of 100 on the Federal City
Regional

2013

1st Place: Annual Report

2011 Annual Report
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

1st Place: Video

"Hello I'm RIC" Regional Innovation Clusters Speaker Series
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

Current Topic Award for Innovative Smart Growth Initiative

SW Ecodistrict Plan
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

Above and Beyond Award

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
U.S. Department of Defense
National

2012

Outstanding Collaborative Planning Project Award

Federal Triangle Stormwater Drainage Study
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

Professional Honor Award for Planning and Analysis

Monumental Core Framework Plan
American Society of Landscape Architecture
National

1st Place: Graphic Design

The Daniel Burnham Documentary
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

2nd Place: E-Newsletter

Monthly E-Newsletter
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Awards
National

2011

Institute Honor Award for Regional and Urban Design

Monumental Core Framework Plan
American Institute of Architects
National

2010

Regional Partnership Award

NCPC's ongoing efforts to build a strong federal/regional partnership
Metropolitan Council of Governmentsv
Regional

Momentum Award

Monumental Core Framework Plan
Downtown DC Business Improvement District
Regional

Thoth Award

Annual Report: Toward a Sustainable Future
Public Relations Society of America-National Capital Chapter
Regional

2008

1st Place: Annual Report

2006 Annual Report
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Award
National

2nd Place: Exhibit

Worthy of the Nation Display
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Award
National

Honor Award: Planning

Monumental Core Frameowrk Plan
American Society of Landscape Architects, Potomac Chapter
Regional

2007

1st Place: Annual Report

2005 Annual Report
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Award
National

2nd Place: Display

Lobby Display Panels
Blue Pencil & Gold Screen Award
National

Chairman's Award: Federal Achievement in Historic Preservation

For exemplary efforts to protect and enhance Washington's nationally significant heritage assets
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation
Regional

2005

Current Topic Award: Safe Growth

National Capital Urban Design and Security Plan
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

Outstanding Sustainable Planning

Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital: Federal Elements
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

Outstanding Award: Plan

Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital: Federal Elements
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

Outstanding Award: Project/Program/Tool

Circulator
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

2004

Thoth Award: Excellence in Multicultural Public Relations

2003 Capitals Alliance Meeting
Public Relations Society of America
National

2003

Communications Honor Award

Memorials and Museums Master Plan
American Society of Landscape Architects
National

Merit Award: Outstanding Professional Achievement

National Capital Urban Design and Security Plan
American Society of Landscape Architects, Illinois Chapter
Regional

Medal of Excellence

For substantial research, planning, and design
American Society of Landscape Architects
National

2002

Merit Award: Outstanding Professional Achievement

Memorials and Museums Master Plan
American Society of Landscape Architects, Potomac & Maryland Chapters
Regional

Planning Award: Outstanding Federal Project

National Capital Urban Design and Security Plan
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

2001

Planning Award: Outstanding Federal Plan

Memorials and Museums Master Plan
American Planning Association, National Capital Area Chapter
Regional

Distinguished Award: Professional Planning Project

Memorials and Museums Master Plan
American Planning Association, Virginia Chapter
Regional

Award of Distinction

Memorials and Museums Master Plan
Leo A. Daly
National

Outstanding Non-Military Federal Planning Project

Memorials and Museums Master Plan
American Planning Association, Federal Planning Division
National

The National Capital Planning Commission is the federal government's planning agency for the National Capital Region.

The 12-member Commission meets monthly to adopt, approve, or provide advice on plans and projects that impact the nation's capital and surrounding areas.

401 9th Street, NW
Suite 500N
Washington DC 20004
Phone: (202) 482-7200
Email: info@ncpc.gov
Privacy Policy
vote.gov