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B 26-0466

St. Elizabeths East Parcel 13 Term Sheet Amendment Act of 2025

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

St. Elizabeths East Parcel 13 Term Sheet Amendment Act of 2025 SummaryThis bill amends the existing term sheet agreement for Parcel 13 of the St. Elizabeths East development projec

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Bill Summary · B 26-0466

St. Elizabeths East Parcel 13 Term Sheet Amendment Act of 2025

Summary

This bill amends the existing term sheet agreement for Parcel 13 of the St. Elizabeths East development project in Washington, D.C. The main purpose is to modify the terms and conditions of the land disposition and redevelopment of this specific parcel.

Key Provisions

  • Land Disposition: The bill authorizes the District government to dispose of Parcel 13 through a negotiated sale or long-term ground lease to a private developer.
  • Development Requirements: It outlines new requirements for the type of development that must occur on Parcel 13, including:
    • A minimum of 50% of the total square footage must be dedicated to affordable housing units.
    • At least 20% of the housing units must be set aside for households earning 50% or less of the area median income.
    • The development must include a new public park or green space of at least 1 acre in size.
  • Affordability Covenant: The bill mandates that the affordable housing units be subject to a 99-year affordability covenant to preserve long-term affordability.
  • Community Benefits: It requires the developer to enter into a community benefits agreement to provide workforce development, job training, and other local amenities.
  • Timeline: The bill sets a 24-month deadline for the District to execute a land disposition agreement with a developer after the bill's enactment.

Impact

This legislation aims to ensure the redevelopment of Parcel 13 provides significant affordable housing and community benefits for the surrounding neighborhoods. It would affect:

  • The District of Columbia government, which must negotiate and oversee the parcel's disposition and redevelopment.
  • Private developers who seek to acquire and redevelop Parcel 13, as they would be subject to the new requirements.
  • Residents of the St. Elizabeths East area, who could benefit from the affordable housing, public green space, and other community amenities resulting from the redevelopment.

The bill's enactment would represent an important step in the broader St. Elizabeths East revitalization effort, helping to create a more equitable and community-oriented development outcome for this specific parcel.

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

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