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B 26-0530

St. Elizabeths East Parcel 6 Surplus Declaration and Disposition Approval Act of 2025

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

Declares Parcel 6 surplus and approves its sale/ground-lease to Parcel 6 Community Partners for a mixed-use project prioritizing affordable housing, local jobs, and CBE participati

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Bill Summary · B 26-0530

Overview

Bill B 26-0530, the St. Elizabeths East Parcel 6 Surplus Declaration and Disposition Approval Act of 2025, would declare District-owned real property at St. Elizabeths East Parcel 6 (2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., SE; Lot 968, Square 5868S) no longer required for public purposes and approve its disposition to a private developer for a mixed-use development. The Mayor has identified Parcel 6 Community Partners, LLC (P6CP) as the selected developer through a competitive RFP process.

Main purpose and intent

  • Officially surplus the Parcel 6 site and authorize its sale/lease to a private developer for redevelopment.
  • Authorize a ground-lease and a fee-simple sale split to implement a mixed-use project focused on affordable housing, ground-floor retail, and related amenities.
  • Advance the St. Elizabeths East Master Plan objectives, including affordable housing, workforce and CBE participation, and economic development in Ward 8.

Key provisions and changes

  • Declares Parcel 6 surplus and approves disposition (Sec. 4).
  • Property details: ~202,758 square feet (4.65 acres) at 2700 MLK Jr. Ave., SE; currently vacant.
  • Disposition structure: a 99-year ground lease for a portion of the property and a direct sale (fee simple) for a smaller portion (Townhomes) to the Developer.
  • Developer: Parcel 6 Community Partners, LLC, led by Banneker Communities L.L.C., with District Development Group, RBK Construction, and affiliates; aims to form a CBE-led team.
  • Development program: two residential buildings with approximately 618,000 building square feet, plus ground-floor retail (over 17,000 SF) and nine for-sale townhomes; total planned residential units include a substantial affordable component.
  • Affordable housing: at least 30% of residential units designated as affordable; targeted AMIs include 30%, 50%, and up to 100% in various sub-components.
  • CBE and First Source commitments: minimum 35% of contract dollars with Certified Business Enterprises; 20% equity/development participation by CBEs; a First Source Employment Agreement with a goal of at least 30% of new jobs for DC residents (Ward 8 prioritized).
  • Public benefits and alignment with plans: development aligns with the St. Elizabeths East Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan; designed to maximize affordable housing and local employment, with street activation along 13th Street and connection to the Congress Heights Metro Station.
  • Timeline: Mayor must close the transaction within 4 years after the act’s effective date.
  • Fiscal note: No District funds required for surplus; developer payments (ground lease, sale of townhomes) generate revenue; estimated tax and other public revenues are outlined in the fiscal notes.

Who would be affected

  • District of Columbia and residents of Ward 8, particularly through affordable housing opportunities, local job creation, and business contracting opportunities.
  • Parcel 6 Community Partners and associated CBEs and minority-owned firms through the development and related First Source and CBE requirements.
  • Local workers and the community via construction jobs, permanent employment, and potential increases in surrounding property values.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • The Mayor issued the bill with findings and a proposed LDDA (Land Disposition and Development Agreement).
  • Public outreach and hearings conducted in alignment with DC Code requirements; prior public hearings referenced (2019 surplus hearing and 2024 disposition hearing).
  • Effective date subject to Mayoral approval, a 30-day Congressional review, and publication in the DC Register.
  • Disposition authority expires 4 years after the act’s effective date if not closed.

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

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