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Alley Dwellings
Following are all UrbanTurf articles filed under Alley Dwellings, from most recent to least.
What DC Alley Dwellers Would Like to See on the City's Other Streets
Nena Perry-Brown | May 4th 2018
As alley living makes a comeback in the District, a recently-released survey highlights what alley residents would like to see.... read»
Can This Be Built In My Backyard?
Nena Perry-Brown | March 13th 2018
Recently, a tool debuted in Los Angeles that tells homeowners whether an additional rear dwelling is permitted on their lots. Does DC need something s... read»
A Pair of Capitol Hill Alley Dwellings To Address the Missing Middle
Nena Perry-Brown | May 19th 2017
Following last year's zoning amendments, more DC households are beginning to explore constructing accessory dwellings behind their homes.... read»
This Week's Find: From Horse-and-Carriage to Three Bedroom on the Hill
Nena Perry-Brown | March 27th 2017
Like many properties on Capitol Hill, this three-bedroom carriage home had a few other lives before becoming a residence. ... read»
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Best Zoning Change in 2016: Accessory Dwellings
Nena Perry-Brown | December 20th 2016
Several amendments to the District's zoning code were enacted in September, with one of the most interesting and potentially game-changing allowances ... read»
Alley Dwellings and Corner Stores: New Zoning Rules Take Effect
Nena Perry-Brown | September 6th 2016
The first comprehensive overhaul of the zoning code since 1958 went into effect today, and while most of the changes are more technical than tangible,... read»
Don't Call Them Tiny Houses: The New Housing Prototypes Coming to DC
Nena Perry-Brown | June 15th 2016
In preparation for the changes to the zoning code related to accessory apartments and alley dwellings, the R. Michael Cross Design Group shared with U... read»
Zoning Changes in Depth: Alley Dwellings
Nena Perry-Brown | February 22nd 2016
In light of the DC Zoning Commission's unanimous approval of various amendments to the zoning regulations last month, UrbanTurf has been exploring and... read»
Alley Live/Work Space Proposed For Naylor Court
UrbanTurf Staff | November 17th 2015
Currently a private garage, the owner plans to construct an 1,800 square-foot second story on the existing building. ... read»
Zoning Approves Conversion of Dupont Circle's Frat House to 6,000 Square-Foot Residence
Lark Turner | July 15th 2014
The Spencer Carriage House and Stable, purchased in 2013, is set to become a nearly 6,000 square foot residence.... read»
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