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PR 26-0263

Closing of a Portion of a Public Alley in Square 3524, S.O. 23-06402, Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

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

Emergency resolution authorizes closing a public alley in DC Square 3524, eliminating pedestrian and vehicle access via expedited procedures without standard public review periods.

Referred to Committee of the Whole
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Bill Summary · PR 26-0263

Legislative bill overview

This emergency resolution authorizes the closure of a portion of a public alley located in Square 3524 in the District of Columbia. The bill grants the District government the power to permanently or temporarily close this alley segment, removing it from public access and use.

Why is this important

Alley closures affect property access, pedestrian circulation, and can impact adjacent property values and commercial activity. Emergency declarations bypass normal procedural timelines, meaning this closure would proceed without the extended public notice and hearing periods typically required for such infrastructure changes.

Potential points of contention

  • Public access reduction: Closing public rights-of-way eliminates passage for residents, delivery vehicles, and emergency services in that area
  • Emergency justification: The bill does not specify why emergency procedures are necessary rather than standard alley closure processes, raising questions about urgency
  • Affected parties: Neighboring property owners, residents, and businesses depending on alley access may not have adequate opportunity to comment before closure

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

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