EPISODE · Feb 28, 2024 · 16 MIN
What D.C.'s Empty Offices Cost You
from City Cast DC · host City Cast
D.C. could be “ground zero” for office distress, AKA expensive downtown office buildings sitting unused and empty. And It could have big impacts for all of us, because D.C. relies on office taxes for revenue. So if office values go down, we’ve got a big problem. Emily Wishingrad, reporter at BisNow, has been covering the story of what D.C.’s office distress means for the city. Check out more of Emily’s comprehensive reporting on this topic. And if you want to support those impacted by the WAMU layoffs, here’s how you can do that. At this difficult time for D.C. journalism, consider supporting your favorite outlets. If we’re your go-to source, you can become a City Cast DC member today, for just $8/month. Want some more D.C. news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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D.C. could be “ground zero” for office distress, AKA expensive downtown office buildings sitting unused and empty. And It could have big impacts for all of us, because D.C. relies on office taxes for revenue. So if office values go down, we’ve got a big problem. Emily Wishingrad, reporter at BisNow, has been covering the story of what D.C.’s office distress means for the city. Check out more of Emily’s comprehensive reporting on this topic. And if you want to support those impacted by the WAMU layoffs, here’s how you can do that. At this difficult time for D.C. journalism, consider supporting your favorite outlets. If we’re your go-to source, you can become a City Cast DC member today, for just $8/month. Want some more D.C. news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.
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