District Links: DC aims to encourage downtown pop-ups with streamlined permitting; Mendelson budget proposal won’t replenish reserve account; and more

By Chris Kain On Apr 22, 2024 Last updated Apr 22, 2024

A push earlier this year to work out permitting issues that briefly blocked operation of the temporary Artomatic installation in vacant space at 2400 M St. NW has helped inspire a new pilot program to streamline the process for other pop-ups in formerly empty buildings.

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