PR26-0320

North Shaw Moratorium Zone Approval Resolution of 2025

Introduced·9/25/25
Tion Text

Establishes a three-year moratorium on certain alcohol licenses in the North Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

The North Shaw Moratorium Zone Approval Resolution of 2025 establishes a three-year moratorium on certain alcohol licenses in the North Shaw neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The moratorium prohibits new nightclub, tavern, and multipurpose facility licenses, as well as new entertainment endorsements for restaurants and taverns. It also prohibits the transfer of certain licenses from outside the moratorium zone to within the zone. The moratorium aims to address issues such as crime, noise, and litter in the neighborhood. The resolution takes effect immediately.

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Current
Business and Economic Development Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Oct 7, 2025

Council

Referred to Committee on Business and Economic Development

Oct 3, 2025

Council

Notice of Intent to Act on PR26-0320 Published in the DC Register

Sep 25, 2025

Council

Introduced in Office of the Secretary