B 25-0654 District of Columbia · 25th Council Period (2023-2024)

Protecting Adjacent and Adjoining Property Owners from Construction Damage Amendment Act of 2024

This bill requires property owners, contractors, or permit applicants to secure insurance that covers adjacent property owners for any damage caused by construction work. It specifically applies to permits involving work near property lines, such as additions, demolitions, excavations, and foundation projects, ensuring that neighbors within 30 feet are protected. The law mandates that the insurance policy must explicitly insure these neighboring properties against losses arising from the proposed construction. This measure aims to provide financial protection for nearby residents and businesses without changing the underlying construction codes.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Sep 2024
Council Passage
Oct 2024
Signed into Law
Dec 2024
Introduced Jan 4, 2024 Signed Dec 17, 2024
Floor votes · Council Oct 1, 2024

How they voted

12–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 13
Oct 1, 2024
D Democratic11
10 Yea 1
90% Yea
I Independent2
2 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
17
Key actions
3
Committee
2
Dec 17, 2024
Became law
Law Number L25-0243 Effective from Dec 17, 2024
Oct 24, 2024
Became law
Signed by the Mayor and Enacted with Act Number A25-0598
Oct 1, 2024
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0-1)
Sep 17, 2024
Legislature · Reported by committee
Committee Mark-up of B25-0654 by the Committee of the Whole
Jan 9, 2024
Legislature · Referred to committee
Referred to Committee of the Whole
Jan 4, 2024
Legislature · Introduced
B25-0654 Introduced by Chairman Mendelson at Office of the Secretary
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Photo of Phil Mendelson
Phil Mendelson
DDemocratic
DC
Chairman