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DOB Important Update - Block D

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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Featured News

10/10/2024 Modified District Government Services for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

08/28/2024 Modified District Government Services for Labor Day

07/30/2024 Mayor Bowser Announces Organizational Changes within DC Government

07/11/2024 At Ribbon Cutting of First Major Office-to-Housing Conversion in Downtown DC, Mayor Bowser Announces New Program to Spur Transformation of Office Spaces

06/18/2024 Modified District Government Services for Juneteenth

10/29/2024 DOB News | October 2024 External Newsletter

09/30/2024 DOB News | September 2024 External Newsletter

08/29/2024 DOB News | August 2024 External Newsletter

07/30/2024 DOB News | July 2024 External Newsletter

06/26/2024 DOB News | June 2024 External Newsletter

07/11/2024 Legislative Testimony - Protecting Adjacent and Adjoining Property Owners & General Contractor Bills

04/24/2024 Department of Buildings FY 2025 Budget Testimony

02/22/2024 Department of Buildings FY 2023 Performance Oversight Testimony

01/18/2024 District's Code and Inspection Process Hearing - Committee of the Whole Testimony

10/18/2023 Acting Director Brian J. Hanlon Confirmation Testimony

10/21/2024 DOB Efforts Lead to Settlement that Preserves Affordable Housing, Pays $1.5 Million to Tenants and the District

09/25/2024 DOB Efforts Lead to Temporary Restraining Order Against Property Owner Who Ignores Stop Work Orders

09/23/2024 901 15th St NW - Determination Letter

07/18/2024 3238 Rodman St NW - Determination Letter

07/15/2024 Zoning Code Analysis Sample

07/11/2024 650 Anacostia Ave NE - Determination Letter

07/05/2024 2724 11th St NW - Determination Letter

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