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PR 26-0350

Assignment, Assumption and Amendment of Long term Subsidy Contract for the Mozart Apartments by and among the District of Columbia Housing Authority, Jubilee Housing Limited Partnership, and Jubilee ADMO Apartments LP Approval Resolution of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

DC approves transferring Mozart Apartments' housing subsidy contract to Jubilee ADMO Apartments LP, affecting affordable housing preservation and city fiscal commitments.

Resolution R26-0226, Effective from Oct 21, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 011979
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0350

Legislative bill overview

This resolution approves the reassignment and modification of a long-term housing subsidy contract for the Mozart Apartments, a property managed by Jubilee Housing entities. The DC Housing Authority is transferring its contractual obligations to Jubilee ADMO Apartments LP while maintaining subsidy commitments. The agreement amendment adjusts terms between the District, the Housing Authority, and the private housing partnership.

Why is this important

Long-term subsidy contracts directly affect affordable housing stock and resident stability in DC. Changes to these agreements can impact tenant protections, rent levels, maintenance standards, and the city's fiscal commitments to preserving affordable units. This transaction determines whether Mozart Apartments remains affordable and under what conditions.

Potential points of contention

  • Subsidy cost and duration: The resolution doesn't publicly detail the financial terms, total subsidy amount, or contract length, making it difficult to assess the city's long-term fiscal obligation
  • Resident protections: The amendment's specific provisions regarding tenant rights, rent caps, and occupancy standards are unclear from the bill summary alone
  • Assignment rationale: Why the original contract holder (Jubilee Housing Limited Partnership) is being replaced with Jubilee ADMO Apartments LP and whether this serves residents' interests or organizational restructuring needs clarification

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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