We've got some great projects happening here in The District, from historic preservation and canopy removal to multi-use, infill development projects. Columbia is growing fast and we're making sure The District remains the economic and cultural heart of the city. This means higher density development, eliminating surface parking lots, encouraging more residential development and building up rather than out.
Development Incentives
Take advantage of state and federal programs to help fund historic renovations--and learn about some local incentives the city is considering.
Development Update
Learn about all the great development projects in the works here in The District
Helping Urban Beautification Plan
Our comprehensive plan to beautify the public space.
Facade Repair Program
Now that the canopies are gone, here's help and advice for fixing up your facade.
Avenue of the Columns
Development and beautification of Eighth Street.
Downtown Columbia Campus/City Opportunity Study
Created by Sasaki and Associates.
Downtown Columbia Campus/City Opportunity Implementation
First steps toward implementing the Sasaki Plan.
NCCNA Urban Conservation Overlay Proposal
Learn about what the neighborhood to our north is proposing.
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Whose Job Is It? Check out our quick maintenance guide and report problems online.
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We're saving a spot for you. Find a place to park in The District.
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District Branding Program. Review our Logo and Design Standards.
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CID Management Plan. Final draft based on member input and town hall meetings.
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Board and Committee Guidelines. Find out more about the various committee and the guidelines for applying.
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Real change, not spare change. Want to help? Donate to an organization working for real change.
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How Cool is Columbia? by Carrie Gartner
How Does Downtown Columbia Stack Up? by Carrie Gartner
Columbia Should Court Young Professionals by Carrie Gartner
Wanted in Downtown Columbia: SF/SM by Carrie Gartner
Why Columbia Needs Historic Tax Credits by Carrie Gartner
Downtown Planning Recommendations by Carrie Gartner
Hospitality Zones in Columbia by Carrie Gartner
