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DOB's previous Stop Construction Order for the Howard University area will end at 7:00 am Friday, November 8, 2024, at which point permitted construction activity may resume. Learn more here.

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DOB Important Update - Block D

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Important Update

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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