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B 26-0642

Closing of Portions of a Public Alley in Square 571, S.O. 25-01939, Act of 2026

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Charles Allen

Bill authorizes closing portions of a public alley in Square 571, removing public thoroughfare access and requiring formal DC legislative approval for the infrastructure change.

Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0642 Published in the District of Columbia Register
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Bill Summary · B 26-0642

Legislative bill overview

Bill B 26-0642 authorizes the closure of portions of a public alley located in Square 571 in the District of Columbia. The bill, introduced by Councilmember Charles Allen, has proceeded through initial committee referral and published notice of intent to act as of April 2026.

Why is this important

Alley closures affect property access, public thoroughfare connectivity, and can impact adjacent property values and development opportunities. Such actions require formal legislative approval to ensure public input and proper documentation of the change to the city's street and alley infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Public access impact: Whether the closure eliminates important pedestrian or vehicular routes used by residents or businesses in the area
  • Property owner interests: How the closure affects abutting property owners' access rights and potential development plans
  • Community input: Whether sufficient notice and public comment opportunity was provided before legislative action, given the closure affects public space

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

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