A Debate Co-sponsored by the National Civic Art Society and Congress for New Urbanism: Should D.C. Raise its Height Limit?

The National Civic Art Society and Congress for New Urbanism cordially invite you to attend a debate on whether Washington, D.C. should raise its height limit.

NCAS President Justin Shubow will be arguing for the negative position, along with Brian O'Looney, partner at Torti Gallas + Partners. Arguing for the affirmative will be Ellen McCarthy, partner at The Urban Partnership, and Harriet Tregoning, director of the New Urban Mobility Alliance.

The debate will take place the morning of Sunday April 2, 2024 in Washington, D.C. Tickets for the event are $50. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. For details, see above.

In the afternoon, local architects and planners will lead two separate tours around the city. The Classical Washington Tour will focus on the National Mall and surrounding area. The Waterfront Development Tour will look at the new developments of Navy Yard and The Wharf. Both tours will rejoin at the end for a happy hour -- location TBA.

Register HERE. Note that registration closes March 27.