Master Plan Unveiled for RFK Campus Redevelopment Along Anacostia River
What happened
The master plan for the RFK campus redevelopment was revealed by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser. The plan covers 180 acres of land along the Anacostia River and includes proposals for housing, parks, recreation, and entertainment. The development is projected to create 30,000 construction jobs, 2,000 permanent jobs, and over 5,000 new homes, with at least 30% designated as affordable housing. The plan is currently under review by the D.C. Council, with a public hearing scheduled for September 30.
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Why it matters
The plan represents a major land use and housing initiative for the capital city. The development is expected to introduce significant new residential capacity and commercial activity to the area. The successful adoption of the plan could introduce substantial economic activity to the District.
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Who's involved
- Anacostia RiverThe river is the central feature of the land use plan.
- District of ColumbiaThe plan concerns the redevelopment of the capital city.
- Muriel BowserThe Mayor of the District of Columbia revealed the plan.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- District of ColumbiaSpeculative
The District of Columbia could see major economic drivers through the creation of 30,000 construction jobs, 2,000 permanent jobs, and 5,000 new homes.
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The entities involved
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Anacostia River
tributary of the Potomac River in Maryland and Washington, D.C.
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