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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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11/07/2024 Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day

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

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

11/15/2024 Vacant to Vibrant Amendment Act of 2024 Legislative Testimony

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

11/04/2024 DOB Issues Stop Construction Order Effective 7:00 PM November 4, 2024, for Howard University Area

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

11/18/2024 4725 Linnean Avenue NW - Determination Letter

11/06/2024 2340 Ainger Pl SE - Determination Letter

11/05/2024 3201 44th St NW - Determination Letter

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

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

Vacant to Vibrant Amendment Act of 2024 Legislative Testimony

On November 15, 2024, DOB Director Brian Hanlon testified on behalf of the agency at the legislative hearing for the Vacant to Vibrant Amendment Act of 2024.

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

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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