Breakfast links: On to IZ
Affordable housing in the zone
Over 2,600 more affordable housing units could come to DC in the next five to 10 years if the DC Council approves the DC Zoning Commission’s decision to expand the inclusionary zoning program. (City Paper, GGWash)
Fewer parking spots near Silver
Developers of two residential towers in Reston want to reduce the number of required parking spaces, since the site is within half a mile of two Silver Line stations. The county executive is on board. (Reston Now)
Take note, WMATA
Boston’s T ended late-night service in March, and is now facing a federal complaint that says eliminating the service disproportionately hurt low-income and minority communities. (WBUR) (Tip: James S)
Bikeshare for Falls Church
Falls Church will get Capital Bikeshare thanks to Fairfax County. The county deferred some of its transportation funding to pay for the expansion. (FABB)
Housing hot in Arlington
Home prices in Arlington have increased 5% since last June. The median sale price jumped from $595,000 to $625,000. (ArlingtonPatch)
Red light for Red Line
General Manager Wiedefeld is already warning riders that the next SafeTrack surge could bring 45-60 minute delays as trains single track between Silver Spring and Takoma on the Red Line. The surge, which begins Monday, will affect 94,000 riders. (BethesdaMagazine)
Smaller spots and remote lots
How will parking change in the age of automated cars? Garages could fit more cars in smaller spots and lots could move to more remote locations. (CarAndDriver)
And…
Despite strong opposition, Metro General Manager Wiedefeld isn’t backing down on his proposal to end late-night service. (Post) … A Los Angeles restaurant chain will price its food based on the income of the surrounding neighborhood. (LATimes) … Facebook will build 1,500 housing units near its headquarters, with 15% set aside for low-income families. (Cnet)