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Can Alley Homes Solve DC’s Housing Crisis?

When:

July 30, 2025 · 7:00 AM

Where:

City Cast DC

Source:

City Cast DC

Tens of thousands of Washingtonians used to live in alleys. Back in the old days, they were thought of as slum dwellings. But could alley homes make a comeback — and maybe even go upscale? Mark Lawrence and Elizabeth Emerson have an architecture firm that specializes in turning yesterday’s garages into tomorrow’s boutique apartments; they’re here to explain what it would look for residents like if DC opened up alley dwellings. Check out our episode on the history of DC’s alleys here. Want some m