Board of Zoning Adjustment Robyn Wells Confirmation Resolution of 2026

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

Confirms Robyn Wells as a member of the DC Board of Zoning Adjustment for the remainder of an unexpired term ending September 30, 2027.

Committee Mark-up of PR26-0744 by the Committee of the Whole

Summary of PR 26-0744 — Board of Zoning Adjustment Robyn Wells Confirmation Resolution of 2026

Purpose and intent

PR 26-0744 confirms the appointment of Robyn Wells to the District of Columbia Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA).

The appointment fills a vacant seat previously held by Lorna John and covers the remainder of an unexpired term, ending September 30, 2027.

The nomination and confirmation process are conducted under the DC Confirmation Act of 1978 and the zoning Act of 1938.

Key provisions and changes

Sec. 2: Formal appointment confirmation

Nominee: Robyn Wells, Branch Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20020 (Ward 7).
Position: Member of the Board of Zoning Adjustment (BZA).
Term: Remainder of an unexpired term ending September 30, 2027.

Sec. 3: Transmission

Upon adoption, the Council must transmit a copy of the resolution to the nominee and to the Mayor.

Sec. 4: Effective date

The resolution takes effect immediately upon adoption.

Who is affected

Robyn Wells: Nominated for a seat on the BZA.

Board of Zoning Adjustment: The membership will include Wells, filling the vacancy left by Lorna John.

General public and stakeholders in DC zoning matters: Impacts of BZA decisions on variances, special exceptions, and appeals may be influenced by Wells’ background and expertise.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Public processes:

A public roundtable is scheduled (June 24, 2026) before the Committee of the Whole to consider PR 26-744.
Testimony guidelines: Register via the Council’s Hearing Management System; testimony limited to three minutes; interpretation requests must be made in advance.
The record closes on July 8, 2026, for written submissions.

Legislative process:

Introduced by Council Chairman Phil Mendelson (co-sponsor listed).
Referred to Committee of the Whole and scheduled for a public roundtable prior to a full Council vote.

Governing framework:

BZA operates as an independent, quasi-judicial body with authority to grant variances, special exceptions, and to hear appeals related to DC zoning regulations and related land uses.

Supporting materials and notes

Summary statements and professional background provided for Robyn Wells, highlighting credentials (Licensed Professional Engineer, Project Management Professional) and over a decade of program management experience in transportation and infrastructure projects.

Administrative/legal sufficiency review by the Mayor’s Office of General Counsel found the resolution legally unobjectionable.

Overall, PR 26-0744 is a straightforward confirmation of Robyn Wells to the DC Board of Zoning Adjustment for a term ending in 2027, with standard procedural steps for Council consideration and public participation.