National Capital Planning CommissionNational Capital Planning CommissionNCPC_d4eac1e8-6efa-4205-a5ec-dbd3e52b41dbWe aspire to creative and visionary planning, building on the nation’s rich cultural heritage andcarrying forward the legacy of historic plans to inspire generations, now and in the future, toachieve the world’s most magnificent capital. We are committed to ensuring that development inthe Nation’s Capital meets the highest standards of design and planning excellence. We endeavorto serve as a resource for the latest planning information and state-of-the-art technologyapplications and generate useful data and analysis on land use, demographic, and related economicissues in the region. Our goal is to provide critical information and guidance to decision-makersand citizens as they consider the design and funding of development plans and policies for theNation’s Capital._074cd43f-8155-442e-8abb-c2ce27460470We are the central planning agency for the federal government in Washington, D.C. and thecounties of Prince George’s and Montgomery in Maryland; Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William,and Loudoun in Virginia, plus the independent cities and towns within the outer boundaries ofthese counties. We develop plans and review development proposals that enhance the NationalCapital’s extraordinary historical, cultural, and natural resources. Our long-range plans anticipatethe needs of the federal establishment well into the 21st century, while our shorter-term initiativesproactively address its more immediate requirements. We conduct research to provide practicalinformation to federal and local decision makers needed to formulate development policy in theNational Capital Region (NCR). We partner with other federal agencies, local governments,private organizations, and citizens to create a more beautiful and livable capital._074e39df-ec05-468e-9930-961018adaf9aCOOPERATIONWe seek to forge effective partnerships with federal and localagencies, professional and civic organizations, and members of thepublic to achieve shared objectives that improve the quality of lifeand safety of those who live, work, and visit in the Nation’s Capital.OPENNESSWe strive to disseminate full, clear, and accurate information onplanning and urban design issues to citizens to encourage theirparticipation in the planning process and provide a widely accessiblepublic forum for members of the public to express their views onplanning matters in the region.CREATIVITYWe are forward-thinking advocates of community design andrenewal, and we seek innovative solutions to local and federalgovernment needs.LEADERSHIPWe aspire to a leadership role in the local, national, and internationalplanning community by maintaining high levels of expertise andproficiency in our professional fields. We will lead by example,educating and informing all citizens and employing cutting-edgepractices and technologies.SERVICEWe are results-oriented public servants dedicated to excellenceand hold ourselves accountable for both the immediate needs of thefederal establishment and the long-range consequences of ourpresent actions.TRUSTWe endeavor to protect the integrity of the National Capital’s builtand natural environment and serve as effective stewards inpreserving Washington’s extraordinary planning legacy.Beauty and ImagePreserve and enhance the unique beauty and image of the National Capital andensure its planned development._6234d393-9aa5-4c63-ac37-33640593cab61Comprehensive PlanUpdate federal elements of the adopted Comprehensive Plan for theNational Capital._8ed99b35-12e7-4e04-a853-bcfc8f0193681.1Views and VistasDesign, implement, and enforce policies to protect Washington’shistoric views and vistas._e059adde-20a8-4b2e-8ead-08db93855b611.2Monuments, Memorials, and Federal BuildingsImplement policies to site new monuments, memorials, and otherfederal buildings within and outside of the District of Columbiawhile preserving open space on our National Mall._64a5ead0-6750-4b3d-8f14-d3068bacced81.3Pennsylvania AvenueHelp ensure that development within the Pennsylvania Avenue areaadheres to the highest urban design and security standards andcomplies with and builds upon the Pennsylvania Avenue Plan of1974._2fc2fd8f-b3fa-45e0-baa9-f41a271981c31.4Perimeter SecurityDevelop and implement strategies to seamlessly integrate perimetersecurity into the historic streetscapes of Washington’s MonumentalCore in a way that enhances the public realm and serves as anexample for other cities in the nation._ddcb175a-47d9-444e-bf1c-8194850d0a711.5Architectural, Planning, and Urban Design StandardsEnsure that the location and design of all federal buildings in the National CapitalRegion promote the effective functioning of the Federal Establishment, establish anefficient and pleasant work environment for federal employees, and adhere to thehighest architectural, planning, and urban design standards._ce13eee3-4627-4f1c-917f-a8ec5c51eee52Development Plans and ProjectsEvaluate all development plans and projects of federal, District ofColumbia, and state and local government agencies to ensure thatthey support the federal interest and contribute to the best urbandesign, transportation, and land-use outcomes._f666d88c-fa94-48f7-a4af-db92da40eecc2.1Federal EmploymentMonitor and enforce the Commission’s policy directing 60 percent ofregional federal employment to the District of Columbia and 40percent to the surrounding jurisdictions within the National CapitalRegion._9f1db636-d422-4dc5-96c3-02b6c316ba062.2Capital ImprovementsPrepare a six-year capital improvements program analyzing thepublic works projects proposed by federal agencies in the region andguiding the Office of Management and Budget, Congress, and otherpublic and private sector decision makers in their evaluation ofplanning, policy, and investment alternatives._c6b63fb8-da9d-4654-8664-aea591ce18502.3Plans, Partnerships, and ProjectsAnticipate emerging development, transportation, environmental, and historicpreservation needs that affect the quality of life and the economic vitality of theNational Capital Region and pro-actively develop plans, establish partnerships, andexecute projects to meet those needs._3588a4b6-9712-4917-b8fe-ab70c7bf13363Research and AnalysisConduct and disseminate research and analysis of the widerplanning implications related to federal development, employment,procurement, and other activities._6a6bd1c8-8b86-4b27-afe1-0b741e9c2d6d3.1Social and Economic RevitalizationPromote the social and economic revitalization of Washington, D.C.by channeling the positive impacts of proposed federal developmentand tourism to aid the city._6e1bdf13-6ed2-40a7-bba8-63bafdc573a73.2Legacy PlanImplement key elements of the Legacy Plan, including preservationof the historic open space of the National Mall by locating futurememorials and museums beyond the traditional Core; transformationof South Capitol Street into a great urban boulevard; revitalizationof the city’s waterfront; establishment of a Downtown CirculatorTransit System; and relocation of Downtown rail lines to improvesecurity and eliminate barriers within the urban fabric._46289dad-b29c-41da-8ff0-27c706e781ae3.3Transportation Systems and Transit-Oriented DevelopmentDesign and encourage transit-oriented development andtransportation systems that will reduce congestion and pollution andimprove movement to and through the National Capital Region._0e2046bc-2348-41a5-938c-f1ce69ffd0373.4Embassies, Chanceries, and International OrganizationsDevelop a plan to accommodate embassies, chanceries, and otherinternational organizations within the city to meet the needs of thediplomatic and international communities and to promote tourismand generate economic benefits for the District of Columbia._b3e9d8dc-4c82-487e-a322-dfe12dc242c93.5Historic and Natural ResourcesProtect and enhance historic and natural resources while accommodating change inthe Nation’s Capital._54ca37d4-9fd4-43dc-aba2-4ce1ce11c4f74Federal Project Planning and DevelopmentHelp ensure that historic resources and properties, including theconcepts of both the L’Enfant and McMillan Plans, are protectedduring federal project planning and development._546082ac-f849-437b-a232-dfb5b7b962044.1NEPA and NHPA ComplianceEnsure that all plans and projects submitted for review and approvalcomply with both the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)and the requirements of the National Historic Preservation Act._b72d5355-2b80-4b72-acc4-b84ab06a7aed4.2Promote Commission PlansPromote the use of Commission plans, such as the Legacy Plan, theMemorials and Museums Master Plan, and The National CapitalUrban Design and Security Plan, to create and preserve an efficientand beautiful capital city._5b0d708c-f5ea-4ee2-a448-25fa2919e4e24.3National Capital Urban Design and Security PlanExtend the goals and application of The National Capital UrbanDesign and Security Plan outside the Monumental Core to bringabout a balance between good urban design and good securitythroughout the National Capital Region and to serve as a model ofsecurity design across the country._66f6b2ae-bab5-4f77-94d4-70f43aa982284.4Information Technologies and Integrated PlanningPromote state-of-the-art information technologies to support integrated planning inthe National Capital Region._bf447801-a550-40a2-a62e-c23d7b4ad57f5Geospatial Data PartnershipsPartner with local, federal, and private organizations to create anenvironment conducive to achieving full integration of “open”geospatial data and geo-processing resources into mainstreamplanning and design, which advances the national goal ofgovernment-wide interoperability._30530b26-2b8d-441e-b616-243d62947ee65.1Geospatial InformationBuild, share, and maintain land-based geospatial information for usein comprehensive planning, and, economic development to analyzethe impact of federal and District development activities on the cityand its immediate environs._22d819be-81f5-49ca-91b3-a3bd065225135.2Research Capacity and Planning DataImprove research capacity and develop planning data such asregional population, economic forecasts, and simulation models tovisualize and prepare for future needs._79ae5639-19aa-45b1-9761-2fa1deb5f0345.3CAD, GIS, and Other Innovative TechnologiesImprove the review and analysis of proposed developments in theNational Capital Region through expanded use of computer assisteddesign (CAD) tools, geographic information systems (GIS), andother innovative information technologies._70ce12d2-81ba-405d-b170-ba461838a6485.4Education and InvolvementEducate and increase the involvement of local, national, and international audiencesin planning and development in the National Capital._2e0feb52-3c3e-4287-b27a-59bb85ba0b3f6Seminars, Conferences, Publications, and ExhibitionsConduct seminars, conferences, publishing projects, exhibitions, andother outreach programs to encourage public debate and provide allcitizens the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on the planningand development of the Nation’s Capital._19ee9d95-e5ea-46f1-82ab-27d3ef73b53e6.1Professional ExchangesPromote professional exchanges with planning authorities in othernational capital cities to share information about the specialsymbolic functions and unique planning requirements of nationalseats of government._12782825-1caa-4406-8565-bf12bc2288756.2OutreachConduct outreach programs to share innovative and successfulNational Capital planning strategies with planning professionals,elected officials, and citizens across the nation and around theworld._eb4c71b5-65c7-4ed5-a649-d5b430019bc16.32004-10-012009-09-302010-02-08http://www.ncpc.gov/UserFiles/File/publications/StratPlan04-09.pdfArthurColman (www.drybridge.com)colman@drybridge.com