Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 8, 2025

B 26-0321: DC Water Disconnection and Billing Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends District laws to clarify water billing and disconnection procedures for DC Water customers. It requires DC Water to submit monthly reports to the Council, Attorney General, and Tenant Advocate detailing disconnection notices, actual disconnections, service restorations, payment plans, and receiverhips. It caps late payment penalties at 10% after 30 days and 1% monthly compounded after 60 days. It also mandates 30-day advance notice in English, Spanish, or other relevant languages to building occupants before disconnection, with specific information about delinquent charges. These changes directly affect residential and commercial property owners and tenants who receive water service from DC Water.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingCaps late payment penalties and mandates 30-day notice to prevent sudden disconnections, protecting tenants from utility-related housing instability.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 25, 2025

PR 26-0279: DC Water Disconnection and Billing Clarification Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This emergency resolution clarifies that DC Water has authority to charge late fees for unpaid water bills (similar to sewer fees) and requires it to submit monthly reports on disconnection actions to the Council, Office of the Attorney General, and Office of the Tenant Advocate. It directly affects DC Water, ratepayers (especially tenants in multifamily buildings), and vulnerable populations who risk disconnection due to building owners' unpaid bills. Key provisions include confirming DC Water's legal authority to impose water late fees with the same limits as sewer fees, and mandating transparency about disconnection notices to enable better assistance for affected residents. The resolution responds to current issues, including 331 properties notified of disconnections as of May 2025, where tenants were unaware of building-level arrears.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires DC Water to report disconnection actions to Tenant Advocate, providing oversight to protect tenants in multifamily buildings from disconnection due to building owners' unpaid bills.80% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 25, 2025

PR 26-0274: Parkside Canopy Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution seeks to exempt specific Heritage Trees in the Parkside mixed-use development (Lots 865-869, Square 5056, Ward 7) from the Urban Forest Preservation Act's permit requirements for tree removal. It directly affects the Parkside project, which includes 209 affordable housing units and retail space (like a grocery store), already approved before the 2016 tree protection amendments. The resolution declares an emergency to bypass standard removal permits, arguing the project’s existing park and green space offset the tree loss. It aims to expedite the development’s construction without requiring the usual Special Tree removal permits under current law.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExempts Heritage Trees from Urban Forest Preservation Act permit requirements, weakening tree protection regulations for a development project.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExempts trees to facilitate construction of 209 affordable housing units in Parkside project, enabling completion of approved housing development.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

PR 26-0242: DC Housing Solutions, Inc. Revenue Bonds Project Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This resolution authorizes $700 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for DC Housing Solutions, Inc. (a nonprofit housing organization) to finance the renovation of 19 apartment buildings across seven Washington, D.C. wards, totaling approximately 3,500 rental units. The bonds will cover costs like building renovations, equipment, and interest, with proceeds directly loaned to the nonprofit for these projects. Crucially, the resolution states the bonds are "without recourse to the District," meaning the District of Columbia bears no financial liability if the nonprofit cannot repay the bonds. The emergency declaration aims to expedite this funding process amid current market conditions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds renovation of 3,500 rental units via nonprofit housing organization, directly supporting affordable housing development and preservation.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

PR 26-0234: Proposed Multiyear Contract with Hamel Builders Inc. for Ontario Apartments Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves a contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and Hamel Builders Inc. for construction services at the Ontario Apartments public housing property. The agreement, valued at $2,856,961, covers up to 465 days for pre-construction, resident relocation, and building work. It directly affects DCHA, Hamel Builders, and residents of Ontario Apartments by authorizing the renovation project under District procurement law. The Council’s approval is required before the contract can be finalized.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $2.8M renovation of DCHA public housing, directly funding affordable housing maintenance and improvement at Ontario Apartments.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

PR 26-0243: DC Housing Solutions, Inc. Revenue Bonds Project Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $700 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for DC Housing Solutions, Inc. (a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization) to finance the renovation of 19 multifamily housing buildings across seven wards, totaling 3,497 units. The bonds will be used to cover costs for acquiring, renovating, and modernizing these buildings - specifically including projects like Carroll Apartments (60 units) and Claridge Towers (343 units) - without using District general funds or taxing power. The District bears no financial liability, as the bonds are non-recourse and do not constitute a debt of the District under the Home Rule Act. This directly affects residents of the 3,500 renovated housing units across Wards 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, and 8.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes tax-exempt bonds to fund affordable housing renovations, promoting fiscal responsibility through efficient capital financing for essential public housing needs.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes $700M in bonds for nonprofit to renovate 3,497 affordable housing units, directly funding preservation and modernization of existing housing stock.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

PR 26-0253: USBC Economic Development Corporation Revenue Bonds Project Emergency Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution authorizes the District of Columbia to issue up to $37.5 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds for the USBC Economic Development Corporation (a nonprofit) to finance the acquisition and renovation of properties at 1900 W Place, NE, and adjacent sites (including 1301 W Street, NE, and a parking lot) in Ward 5, Washington, D.C. The bonds, backed solely by the project's revenue - not the District's general funds or taxes - will be used to cover development costs, with the District having no financial liability if the project underperforms. The resolution explicitly states the bonds are "without recourse to the District," meaning the city won't be responsible for repayment or use its taxing power. The USBC Economic Development Corporation, as the borrower, will directly benefit from the loan of bond proceeds to transform these properties into a headquarters facility.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAuthorizes $37.5M in bonds for renovation of residential properties, advancing housing development without explicit affordability mention.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

PR 26-0233: Proposed Multiyear Contract with Hamel Builders Inc. for Elvans Townhouses Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves a $3,775,834 multiyear contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA) and Hamel Builders Inc. for construction services at DCHA's Villager Apartments public housing property. The contract covers pre-construction, resident relocation, and construction work over a maximum of 525 days. It directly affects DCHA operations and residents of Villager Apartments, which is a public housing property. The resolution follows standard procurement procedures under D.C. law and requires Council approval before the contract can proceed.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $3.7M contract for public housing construction at Villager Apartments, directly advancing affordable housing development through DCHA-funded project.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

B 26-0283: Georgia Avenue Acquisition Authority Emergency Act of 2025

This bill authorizes the District of Columbia Mayor to immediately acquire six specific properties (Lots 809, 840, 841, 842, 843, and 848 in Square 2937) on Georgia Avenue. The properties are facing foreclosure and are at risk of becoming blighted, and the acquisition aims to prevent this while enabling cohesive development adjacent to District-owned Engine 22 fire station. The $2.8 million purchase, funded from the Contingency Cash Reserve Fund, must be completed within 90 days as an emergency measure. The bill directly affects the District government (as acquirer) and the current property owners (as sellers), with no impact on residents or businesses beyond the specific parcels.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAcquires properties to prevent blight and enable housing development adjacent to fire station, directly supporting housing development as defined in the topic.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 11, 2025

PR 26-0237: Multiyear Contract Number 2025-LRSP-05A with 10Q NW LLC Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves a 20-year housing subsidy contract ($187,308 annually) for five affordable units at 10 Q Street, NW, under the District's Local Rent Supplement Program (LRSP). It directly provides housing for extremely low-income residents (earning 30% or less of area median income), including homeless individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities. The contract, between DCHA and 10Q NW LLC, enables the property owner to lease these units at subsidized rates while ensuring long-term affordability.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves 20-year subsidy for 5 affordable units targeting homeless/seniors/disabled at 30% AMI, directly funding housing for vulnerable populations.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Housing