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As part of our efforts to enhance the performance and security of our online systems, Access DC, the Permit Wizard, Scout, and eRecords will be unavailable due to scheduled maintenance beginning at 7 pm on Friday, June 16, 2023 through 8 am Monday, June 19, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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    On #EarthDay, DOB Director Brian Hanlon joined public- and private-sector leaders for the Anacostia Business Improvement District's Big Chair Panel Discussion to discuss smart growth, #sustainability, and community-centered development #EastoftheRiver.

    Reflecting on his first two years in the role, he shared how DOB is evolving from pandemic-era digital pivots to real, face-to-face service improvements; from launching the Homeowner Resource Center to activating vacant spaces through pop-up permits.

    “Our daily conversation at DOB is: how do we make things clearer, simpler, faster?”

    That mindset is reshaping how we serve residents, support local businesses, and build a stronger, greener DC.

    #safegreenmoving #buildingequity #WeAreDC

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    On #EarthDay, DOB Director Brian Hanlon joined public- and private-sector leaders to talk smart growth and sustainable development #EastoftheRiver. From pop-up permits to streamlining services, DOB is focused on clarity, access, and impact! 🌏🙌🏙️ https://t.co/MLeKChzVXQ

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    Happy #EarthDay, DC! 🌎🏗️ From net-zero buildings to 10-day solar permits, #TeamDOB is helping DC build greener.

    💻 Want to build green? Visit tinyurl.com/DOBGreenBuildi… to learn more. https://t.co/dbnTNVXLt9

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    🌍 #EarthDay is tomorrow, but why stop the celebration there?

    Mark your calendars for the #HealthyHomesFair on Friday, May 10! This #free event is your chance to explore how healthy, sustainable homes lead to a greener DC.

    Register via the link in our bio!

    #safegreenmoving #sustainableliving #familyfun

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    On #EarthDay, DOB Director Brian Hanlon joined public- and private-sector leaders to talk about building a more sustainable and equitable #DC.

    He spotlighted how DOB is evolving:
    🗣️ Face-to-face support through the Homeowner Resource Center
    🏢 Programs like pop-up permits that activate vacant spaces
    ✅ A daily focus on making permitting simpler, faster, and more accessible

    It’s all about clear processes, better service, and strong communities!

    #safegreenmoving #sustainability #TeamDOB #WeAreDC #EastoftheRiver

  • District of Columbia Department of Buildings

    A greener city starts with how we build it. At DOB, sustainability is more than a goal; it's part of our blueprint. Through green building codes, faster solar permitting, battery storage assistance, and support for all-electric infrastructure, #TeamDOB is helping move DC toward a #carbonfree future!

    🌎🏗️ Want to build green? Visit https://lnkd.in/eypCMF45 to learn more.

    #EarthDay #safegreenmoving #WeAreDC

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    #WeAreDC!

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    Last week, representatives from @DCMOCRS @DDOTDC @DC_DOB @_DCHealth & @DCDPW conducted an agency follow up walk based on the concerns from the residents. Let me tell you, this dedicated team cares! As a collective community, we truly appreciate y’all 🫶🏽🤝🏽✊🏽 https://t.co/3Go9VqY2Oa
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    🌍 #EarthDay is tomorrow, but why stop the celebration there?

    Mark your calendars for the #HealthyHomesFair on Friday, May 10! This #free event is your chance to explore how healthy, sustainable homes lead to a greener DC.

    Register here ➡️ tinyurl.com/HealthyHomesFa… https://t.co/cXPEvI5pzi

  • District of Columbia Department of Buildings

    On #EarthDay, DOB Director Brian Hanlon joined public- and private-sector leaders to talk about building a more sustainable and equitable #DC.

    He spotlighted how DOB is evolving:
    🗣️ Face-to-face support through the Homeowner Resource Center
    🏢 Programs like pop-up permits that activate vacant spaces
    ✅ A daily focus on making permitting simpler, faster, and more accessible

    It’s all about clear processes, better service, and strong communities!

  • District of Columbia Department of Buildings

    Happy #EarthDay, DC! 🌎🏗️ From net-zero buildings to 10-day solar permits, #TeamDOB is helping DC build greener.

    💻 Want to build green? Visit tinyurl.com/DOBGreenBuilding to learn more.

  • District of Columbia Department of Buildings

    Join Director Brian Hanlon tomorrow for an insightful conversation on #sustainabledevelopment!

    #safegreenmoving #EarthDay #WeAreDC

  • District of Columbia Department of Buildings

    🌍 #EarthDay is tomorrow, but why stop the celebration there?

    Mark your calendars for the #HealthyHomesFair on Friday, May 10! This #free event is your chance to explore how healthy, sustainable homes lead to a greener DC.

    Register here ➡️https://tinyurl.com/HealthyHomesFair25

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