Description of National Capital Planning Commission
The National Capital Planning Commission (NCPC) will receive the Landscape Architecture Medal of Excellence for its significant contributions to landscape architecture policy, research, education, project planning, and design. Established in 1924, NCPC is an independent federal agency responsible for preserving the beauty and historic urban design that have made Washington one of the most admired capital cities in the world. Since its formation, NCPC has guarded and advanced the original urban design blueprint of the L'Enfant Plan for the city while effectively accommodating the contemporary forces of growth and change. The Commission provides overall planning guidance for federal land and buildings in the region. As NCPC has led these significant planning activities, the agency has concurrently managed the planning review process for all development actions within the region affecting the federal interest, all with thoughtful implementation. Project photos available, contact Jeff Lofton.