This rental is located at 1421 Massachusetts Ave, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1741 SERENITY AWAITS YOU AT THE PHOENIX NEAR THOMAS CIRCLE
The Phoenix is offering an array of unique floor plans and distinctive features in a charming historical building located off Thomas Circle minutes from the blue line McPherson Square metro and the red line DuPont Circle. Enjoy the desired comfortable living offered here at The Phoenix (more…)
1333 19th St, NW entrance on New Hampshire Avenue Ave (before renovations)
The following was written by David McAuley, founder of Short Articles about Long Meetings.
Shop Made in DC (1333 New Hampshire Ave NW, next to Buffalo Billiards) received unanimous approval for a stipulated liquor license from Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 2B/Dupont Circle at its regular meeting October 11. However, there was some evidence that this DC-government sponsored retail establishment is having trouble getting its ducks in a row before its scheduled opening this month.
“They keeping shuffling the dates when we’re opening,” Stacy Price of People Make Place, an organization that advocates for local businesses, said.
Price and Stephanie Babin of the Neighborhood Restaurant Group made the presentation to the ANC in support of the request for a stipulated liquor license. A stipulated liquor license allows an establishment to serve alcohol while it is finishing the formalities necessary to get a permanent liquor license. It is one of the few acts that an ANC can take that is not only advisory in nature, that is, once an ANC approves a request for a stipulated liquor license, the license is routinely issued by DC authorities upon payment of a $100 fee.
Price and Bavin told the ANC that Shop Made in DC plans to serve alcohol from noon to 8pm, even though its application, if approved, will grant them longer hours, including until 10pm. The shop is planning to have 20 seats inside and 14 seats outside, the presenters said, although their license application as written might allow them more.
The ANC noted that the applicants did not yet have all the paperwork necessary to use the outdoor patio space, and that it wished to note that fact on the resolution otherwise supporting the liquor license application. Sidewalk cafes require a separate license from the District Department of Transportation, which in turn means a separate application to the ANC for approval. Since the October 11 ANC meeting was the last scheduled meeting before the planned opening, it would be impossible for Shop Made in DC to get approval before its long-planned opening this month.
The presenters told the ANC that there had been a lot of interest at DC’s Department of Small Business and Local Development in getting the shop open on schedule, so they were looking into work-arounds that would allow the outdoor space to operate legally. This included possibly obtaining a special events permit from DC’s alcohol licensing authorities.
The ANC amended its original resolution to note that its endorsement was conditional on the applicants obtaining the required public space usage permits.
The presenters also told the ANC that the establishment plans to have nine taps, eight dedicated to local beer brewers and one to “specialty cocktails”. It planned to start non-alcoholic coffee shop service at 7am on weekdays and 11am on weekends, and would start serving “fast casual” lunch at 11am.”
This rental is located at Connecticut and California Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$1895 / 525ft2 – Sun Splashed Studio with W/D! Available November, Open this Saturday!
2000 Connecticut: Large Studio Available in November. Excellent Natural Light w/ Spacious Open Floor plan!
This gorgeous studio apartment is fully upgraded with hardwood floors, granite kitchen, new porcelain tile bath, great closet space and washer/dryer.
A sunny and spacious apartment over looking our beautiful entrance courtyard off of California Street, NW.
Located between two of Washington’s two most esteemed residential neighborhoods, Dupont Circle and Kalorama, we offer a fabulous location with all of the amenities you need.
The building features front desk services including package handling and dry cleaning valet, a roof top deck with panoramic views and a Weber gas grill for resident use, a 24 hour fitness center, free bike storage, and additional rental storage! Public WiFi available in the lobby, fitness room, and roof deck! (more…)
Photo by PoPville flickr user Barbara.K
The following was written by David McAuley, founder of Short Articles about Long Meetings. David will be starting a regular column for PoPville. And this is very good news!!
Report of last night’s Dupont Circle ANC Meeting
Private lawyers are drafting legislation to limit noise from street musicians, Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) 2B/Dupont Circle was told at its regular monthly meeting last night (October 11).
A pair of lawyers told the ANC they intend to return and ask for support of a resolution favoring new legislation creating a “reasonable and enforceable standard” for the volume at which “buskers” (street musicians) can play. No resolution was proposed at last night’s ANC meeting. The lawyers said they had been “retained by commercial interests” to work on this legislation, which they intend to eventually send to the DC City Council for approval. (more…)
“Dear PoPville,
Was finishing up a movie late last night around 2:30am (Hidden Figures, amazing film) when I heard a crash outside. A silver Mazda sedan (older model) had crashed into three parked cars on the south side of P Street NW between 17th and 18th. The Mazda reversed and continued eastward along P Street with his front bumper dragging beneath the car. Driver definitely seemed inebriated as they were swerving along the road. Immediately called the police who showed up within minutes. Didn’t get a license plate number. Anyone living along P Street in the vicinity of Webster House have any security cameras facing the street that can identify the license plate? 30 minutes after the police showed up they had not located the silver Mazda. Returned to finishing Hidden Figures.”
From Doggy Style:
“After 15 years on 18th Street NW, Doggy Style is moving to 17th & R Sts NW. We are excited to find a location that will better serve our needs and the needs of our customers. Our entire in-stock inventory is on sale until Sunday, October 8th (excluding grooming services and bakery items). We will be closed starting on October 9th for the move and will re-open at 1642 R St NW by Saturday, October 14th. We look forward to seeing everyone in our new location!”
This rental is located at 1726 17th Street, NW. The Craigslist ad says:
“$2495 / 2br – Expansive home featuring excellent downtown DC access!
LOCATION: 1726 17th Street NW #202 Washington DC 20009
NEIGHBORHOOD/EXTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS
• Terrific Dupont Circle location between energetic 17th ST and 18th ST, just north of Dupont Circle and 3 blocks from everything the U Street Corridor has to offer.
• You can walk to Dupont Circle or U Street (or Woodley Park) Metro Stations for access all over the city.
• New Hampshire AVE runs across 17th ST while on the eastside, Safeway, 7-Eleven, and a slew or restaurants and shops line 17th ST.
• Great vicinity and excellent outlet to explore all that the city has to offer at your front door, including restaurants, bars, lounges, cafes, and shops; the National Mall is a scenic walk away and serves as a reprieve from the city and the daily grind.
• The Revere House is a classic Art Deco secure condominium with a cozy lobby area, and privacy hard to locate in DC plus a stunning rooftop deck.
INTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS (more…)
From DDOT:
“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) today announced plans to launch a nightlife parking demonstration on Connecticut Avenue NW beginning Thursday, October 19, 2017.
The new parking program is designed to address traffic and pedestrian safety concerns generated by the growing late-night activity at area restaurants and bars.
Under the parking demonstration project, DDOT will create part-time pick up and drop off zones during the nightlife hours. To accommodate this project, DDOT will prohibit parking from 10 pm Thursday night through 7 am Sunday morning on Connecticut Avenue NW from Rhode Island to DuPont Circle.
DDOT has worked in concert with the Golden Triangle Business Improvement District, the Metropolitan Police Department, and the Department of Public Works to implement the project. The program will be evaluated after one year.”
Dominic writes:
“On my walk to work this morning, saw animal control trying to catch a deer at 21st and R. I left before I could see what happened, but I last saw him darting up 21st towards R/Florida Ave.
Curious if anyone else knows what happened to him!”
If you spot a hawk or any other bird of prey or any interesting wildlife around town, lunching or otherwise, and get a good photo please send in an email where you spotted it to [email protected] and I’ll add it to the queue. Hawks around Town is made possible by a generous grant from the Ben and Sylvia Gardner foundation.
Photo by PoPville flickr user Brian Mosley
Thanks to Jeanne for passing on:
“Read this interesting bit of dc history your readers may find interesting.”
From Atlas Obscura:
“The 160-foot-tall, 12-story Cairo building opened in 1894 and immediately dwarfed the surrounding neighborhood, inciting an uproar and eventually leading to the height limit.
Unlike cities like New York and Chicago that were pressed for downtown real estate, critics argued that there was no reason for such a massive building in sleepy Washington.
The Commissioners of the District of Columbia were soon inundated with complaints that reflected fears of depreciated property values and even natural disasters. Not only would the massive Cairo shut out light and air, but its upper stories stood beyond the reach of D.C. fire engines. Some predicted a calamitous fire that could send bricks and debris raining down on neighboring properties.”
For those unfamiliar it’s worth reading the whole story here. Change some words around and this could easily reflect a “Dear PoPville” or two from today…