B26-0578

Residential Building Permit Classification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025

Complete·5/21/26

The bill temporarily amends residential building permit classifications in the District of Columbia.

The Residential Building Permit Classification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025 modifies the classification of residential buildings in the District of Columbia. It mandates the Chief Financial Officer to reclassify and tax properties if they are not predominantly residential. Owners can petition for administrative review if their property is improperly reclassified. The act also allows for extensions or waivers to prevent undue hardship. It takes effect after approval by the Mayor and a 30-day congressional review period, expiring 225 days after taking effect.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

13 Yea

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0 Nay

History

May 21

Council

Law Number L26-0119 Effective from May 21, 2026, Expires on Jan 01, 2027

Apr 9

Council

Transmitted to Congress

Apr 3

Council

Act A26-0286 Published in DC Register Vol 73 and Page 005745