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“Dear PoPville,

Can a landlord withhold video surveillance footage of common areas in a shared tenant building? The situation is such that, some bikes were stolen from a common room area in a building and in order to file a police report and recoup some funds via renters insurance, they’ve asked for a copy of the surveillance footage. However, the landlord has refused (more…)


Bars


781 7th Street, NW

Tom’s Watch Bar’s website says:

“Founded in 2014, Tom’s Watch Bar defines the ultimate sports watching entertainment experience. Promising “All the Sports, all the Time”, Tom’s Watch Bar’s highly curated sports programming covers all sports from collegiate to professional to international, big events and prize fights, even emerging obscure and outrageous sports. Our central oversized stadium screen paired with hundreds of screens provides a 360° viewing experience, making every seat the best seat in the house.”

See their menus here.

The liquor license placard for Tom’s Watch Bar says:

“A new class C restaurant serving American cuisine. Seating Capacity of 275, Total Occupancy Load of 275.”


1250 Half Street, SE

An application has also been filed for a Tom’s Watch Bar in Navy Yard.

From a press release:

Tom’s Watch Bar, Tropical Smoothie Cafe®, and workout studio, F45 Training, are the latest additions to the growing Half Street retail and restaurant scene, Bozzuto and Jair Lynch announced today. The new retailers will officially open below The Kelvin apartments at 1250 Half Street SE next year. (more…)


Bars


1301 U Street, NW

Update from a reader on twitter: “The landlord refused to renew their lease going forward. Closed for business Sept. 13th.”

Thanks to a couple of readers for sending:

“Bin1301 has been shuttered for the past week.”

“Any idea what happened to bin1301 wine bar? They were there one day and gone the next. Was it related to the shooting on 9/18?” (more…)


Sponsored

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“Tucked along a quiet, tree-lined stretch in DC’s coveted Logan Circle, 1007 O Street NW is the kind of home that stops you mid-scroll. Crafted by OPaL, DC’s award-winning design-build firm, this practically brand-new home is a refined statement of design, where every detail feels intentional and elevated. From its striking architecture to its effortlessly livable layout, the [3BR/3.5BA] home is both a showpiece and a sanctuary. Think timeless materials, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a calm, understated elegance that lets you exhale the moment you walk in. This isn’t just a place to live—it’s a place to feel something. And in a neighborhood as sought-after as Logan Circle, opportunities like this don’t come around often.” (more…)


Event

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Date & Time: Sunday, May 31 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM


Dear PoPville

“Dear PoPville,

Here’s what happened: there is a young, white woman, probably in her late 20s or early 30s going door to door in Park View (at least as far as I know) to ask people to see their gas and electricity bills, claiming that someone in our block had gone over the usage limit or something like that. (more…)


Development


“bounded by M Street NW to the north, L Street to the south, First Street to the west and First Place to the east” rendering courtesy Toll Brothers

From a press release:

“The development team of Toll Brothers Apartment Living and GSLM Capital Partners, a venture of L+M Development Partners and Urban Investment Group within Goldman Sachs Asset Management, unveiled Banner Lane, a vibrant, new residential community that is taking shape in the heart of Washington, DC at the nexus of NoMa, Mount Vernon Triangle and Shaw – three of the fastest growing neighborhoods Northwest of Union Station.

The development team outlined its vision for the Banner Lane community, located on the former site of the Sursum Corda Cooperative, as a place that fosters community spirit by celebrating diversity and embracing inclusivity while encouraging engagement and offering residents a sense of belonging within their own neighborhood. (more…)


Rant/Revel


Photo by Miki Jourdan

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