Neighborhoods

“Mayor Bowser Announces Three New Commercial-to-Residential Conversion Projects”

By Prince Of Petworth


1990 K Street, NW

From the Mayor’s Office:

“Mayor Muriel Bowser marked another milestone in the District’s Housing in Downtown (HID) program by celebrating the start of demolition at 1990 K Street NW, an office building that will be converted into housing for more than 700 residents, in addition to retail space. The Mayor also announced that two new projects are in the HID pipeline: 608-624 Eye Street NW in Chinatown and 2401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in the West End. These new developments will bring the total number of HID projects to eight since the program’s launch in March 2024. (more…)

“33 Groups Call for Improvements in Final RFK Stadium Legislation”

By Prince Of Petworth

“More Details and Guarantees Needed for Housing Development, Community Benefits, Environmental Protection and More”

From a press release:

“33 groups are calling on the DC Council to amend the RFK stadium legislation when it votes on September 17, so that commitments to support the community – especially in housing, environment, community benefits and green space – are fully reflected and guaranteed in the final legislation. (more…)

“Connecticut Avenue NW Deckover Work Scheduled to Begin Tuesday, September 23, 2025 Service Lanes to Close from Q Street to Dupont Circle”

By Prince Of Petworth

From DDOT:

“The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will begin construction of the deckover at Dupont Circle on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, as part of the Connecticut Avenue Streetscape and Deckover Project, weather permitting.

The new deckover will transform the space above the Connecticut Avenue underpass into a vibrant public plaza designed for strolling, relaxing, outdoor dining, working, and hosting community events. This project will enhance pedestrian connections, create new opportunities for public art and cultural programming, and add green space in one of DC’s most iconic neighborhoods. (more…)

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