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How To Fix Washington DC's New Rules for Outdoor Dining

How To Fix Washington DC's New Rules for Outdoor Dining

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Last week, we heard how DC's outdoor dining regulations threaten local businesses. Today, urban designers Abby Newsham and Edward Erfurt explore how DC could course-correct. They share creative ways that cities can maintain safety while supporting local businesses and even improving the design of their streets.

ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES
  • "After five years, D.C. streateries hit with higher costs and more rules" by By Tim Carman and Rachel Weiner, The Washington Post (November 2025)
  • Painting of a food hall street (Passeig de l'Escultor Miquel Blay, Olot, Espana by Abby Newsham)
  • Abby Newsham (X/Twitter)
  • Edward Erfurt (LinkedIn)
  • Theme Music by Kemet the Phantom.

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