Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/what-washington-dc-would-look-like-if-height-limits-were-changed Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter What Washington, D.C. would look like if height limits were changed Nation Sep 13, 2013 6:50 PM EST Graphics by the Washington Post The federal Height of Buildings Act of 1910 has been the key to the unique skyline of Washington, D.C. for over a century. Now, the D.C. Office of Planning alongside the National Capital Planning Commission are considering altering the law. The Washington Post made several interactive images exploring what the cityscape of the District of Columbia would look like if the height restrictions were altered in the future. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now
Graphics by the Washington Post The federal Height of Buildings Act of 1910 has been the key to the unique skyline of Washington, D.C. for over a century. Now, the D.C. Office of Planning alongside the National Capital Planning Commission are considering altering the law. The Washington Post made several interactive images exploring what the cityscape of the District of Columbia would look like if the height restrictions were altered in the future. A free press is a cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Support trusted journalism and civil dialogue. Donate now