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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.

DOB Issues Stop Construction Order Effective 7:00 PM November 4, 2024, for Howard University Area

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Mon, 11/04/2024

Update: DOB Ends Stop Construction Order for Howard University Area

Beginning 7:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8, 2024, the Department of Buildings (DOB) is allowing all construction activity near Howard University.

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DOB Issues Stop Construction Order Effective 7:00 PM Tonight, November 4, 2024, for Howard University Area

Work stoppage is due to Vice President Kamala Harris’s election night watch party

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Secure Apartments for Everyone (SAFE) Act Legislative Testimony

On December 10, 2024, DOB Strategic Enforcement Administrator Keith Parsons testified on behalf of the agency at the legislative hearing for the Secure Apartments for Everyone (SAFE) Regulation Amendment Act.

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