Building permits in Washington, DC

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Big jobs permitted in the last 30 days

132 permits for new buildings, raze and demolition, and additions, issued 2026-09-29 to October 29, 2026. Newest 100 shown. Source: DC Department of Buildings open data. Updated October 29, 2026.

IssuedAddressTypeWork
2026-10-272330 TRACY PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008DemolitionHISTORIC INTERIOR DEMOLITION OF NON LOAD BEARING PARTITIONS & FINISHES IN EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED HOUSE, INCLUDING KITCHEN & BATHS.
2026-10-274319 E ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019New BuildingNEW CONSTRUCTION: ERECT NEW SINGLE FAMLY DWELING. NEW PROPOSED MEP UTILITES.
2026-10-2798 DISTRICT SQ SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024DemolitionCFA MI VIDA RESTAURANT IS LOCATED AT THE WHARF IN WASHINGTON, DC. THE EXISTING RESTAURANT IS APPROXIMATELY 8,128 SF AND CONSISTS OF TWO LEVE
2026-10-275410 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 119, WASHINGTON, DC 20015DemolitionInterior non structural demo of unit 119.
2026-10-27314 DELAFIELD PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairAlteration of the existing two-story residential building to reconfigure the interior layout and increase the total number of dwelling units
2026-10-27919 FARRAGUT ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairTwo Story Rear addition with cellar. Change of use from Single Family to Single Family with ADUNew rear Deck with Stairs to grade.Rear parki
2026-10-271613 RIGGS PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009Addition Alteration RepairHistoric Property located in the Dupont Circle Historic District 2-Story rear addition over existing first floor footprint. New mechanical,
2026-10-271627 21ST PL SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020RazeRazing the 4 unit apartment building.
2026-10-26441 4TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001DemolitionHISTORIC-CFA interior demolition
2026-10-264624 46TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016RazeRAZE THE EXISTING TWO-STORY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING WITH BASEMENT AND ASSOCIATED SITE IMPROVEMENTS.
2026-10-262229 M ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002RazeTo raze an existing 3-story detached building.
2026-10-261841 PARK RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010Addition Alteration RepairRenovations and rear addition to an existing 3-unit residential building to convert to a 2-unit flat, including mechanical, electrical, and
2026-10-266120 32ND ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015Addition Alteration RepairOne-story addition on crawlspace to an existing 1.5 story, brick/stone/frame home to add a first floor primary suite. The addition adds a ne
2026-10-263546 WHITEHAVEN PKWY NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007Addition Alteration RepairRevise Building Permit B2600101 to extend enclosed space 6'to the rear, remove underpinning of the basement and the addition of the BZA appr
2026-10-263315 DENT PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007DemolitionHistoric CFA Demolition of existing concrete slab in rear of property as per plans.
2026-10-23817 CAPITOL SQUARE PL SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024Addition Alteration RepairDemolition of existing loft to enlarge bed room and accommodate new bath, laundry area, and new dormer in the rear section to comply with he
2026-10-235401 39TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015Addition Alteration RepairAdd a new roof over the previously approved uncovered rear deck
2026-10-23245 - 249 8TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002DemolitionHistoric Non structural demolition and removal of debris of an existing building, front facade, exterior walls and roof to be retained at 24
2026-10-22740 HOWARD RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNEW CONSTRUCTION, MIXED-USE, MASS TIMBER TYPE IV-B RESIDENTIAL BUILDING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF HOWARD ROAD IN THE BRIDGE DISTRICT OF WASHINGTO
2026-10-221427 D ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003Addition Alteration RepairONE STORY ACCESSORY STRUCTURE ADDITION; REAR ADDITION AT SECOND FLOOR LEVEL; ROOF DECK AT SECOND FLOOR LEVEL; INTERIOR RENOVATIONS AT FIRST
2026-10-213221 WOODLAND DR NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008Addition Alteration RepairKitchen Renovation (225 sq.ft.) with (replacement) rear bay window (34 sq/ft.). New rear foyer entry (45 sq.ft.). Side addition on existing
2026-10-21628 M ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001Addition Alteration RepairRemove old shingles from the sloped section on the main roof and replace with new architectural shingles. Remove old flat roof sections on t
2026-10-206001 GEORGIA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011RazeTHE PROJECT SCOPE IS THE RAZE OF AN EXISTING UNOCCUPIED ACCESSORY BUILDING, USED TO HOUSE COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT, DOWN TO THE FOUNDATION WI
2026-10-201916 3RD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001Addition Alteration RepairUnderpinning of the existing basement foundation to increase ceiling height, add a bedroom and bathroom at the basement level. Replace stair
2026-10-20438 PARK RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010Addition Alteration RepairUse change to an existing single-family dwelling (3 story w/ cellar). Improvements to include new rear and side addition and lowering of exi
2026-10-202715 N ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007DemolitionHistoric and CFA DEMO PERMIT ONLY TO REMOVE NON-LOAD BEARING WALLS PER PLANS, CABINETS/COUNTERS, BASE TRIM/CROWN ONLY AS NEEDED, BATHROOM FI
2026-10-193600 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR AVE SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20032RazeRAZE TWO EXISTING SINGLE-FAMILY TWO STOREY DWELINGS ON ONE SUBDIVIDED (COMBINED) LOT.
2026-10-195704 33RD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015Addition Alteration RepairRECONFIGURATION/RENOVATION OF EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCEWITH A NEW 2 STORY REAR ADDITION OVER MASONRY FOUNDATION PIERS; TO INCLUDE REL
2026-10-193921 13TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011DemolitionDemolition of all interior walls, floor joists and roof rafters
2026-10-191016 H ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002Addition Alteration RepairScope of work: Type IIIB addition and alteration of multifamily residential building containing 14 units and a retail area on the first floo
2026-10-19901 F ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20004DemolitionHistoric Interior Demolition on the 6th floor. No MEP demo associated with this scope.
2026-10-193800 RESERVOIR RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007DemolitionCFA / H Selective early demolition of existing suspended ceiling systems within the indicated unoccupied areas of the Ground Floor for above
2026-10-164509 DEXTER ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007Addition Alteration RepairEXISTING 2.5 STORY FRAME WITH BASEMENT SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED DWELLING TO BE IMPROVED BY A NEW THIRD FLOOR, AND REAR ADDITION. EXISTING DETA
2026-10-161504 CRITTENDEN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairThis permit application is submitted to revise the previously approved building permits (Permit Nos. B2506463 and B2602859). The proposed re
2026-10-16654 L ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002Addition Alteration RepairTHREE STORY REAR ADDITION; INTERIOR RENOVATIONS AT ALL LEVELS OF AN EXISTING TWO STORY + CELLAR ROW DWELLING, INCLUDING NEW BATHROOM, KITCHE
2026-10-161712 FRANKLIN ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018Addition Alteration RepairInterior remodel and a 12ft rear two story addtion. All new electrical, new plumbing, new hvac, new roof, floors.
2026-10-154300 13TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011DemolitionHistoric DGS Project. Demolition Permit in anticipation of future building permit filing. Remove existing interior and exterior HVAC equipme
2026-10-153809 10TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration Repair- Interior renovation of the two-story building with a cellar. ? - Two-story rear addition over the cellar. ? - Installation of a rear garag
2026-10-153627 CHESAPEAKE ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008Addition Alteration RepairSECOND STORY ADDITION ABOVE EXISTING FIRST FLOOR STRUCTURE
2026-10-151655 45TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007Addition Alteration RepairA one-story addition at the back of the house. Some interior alterations on the first and second floors.
2026-10-152153 SUMMIT WAY SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Clarendon
2026-10-152151 SUMMIT WAY SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Clarendon
2026-10-152147 SUMMIT WAY SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Clarendon
2026-10-152149 SUMMIT WAY SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Clarendon
2026-10-15711 EDGEWOOD ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20017Addition Alteration RepairThe 40,000sf building is located at 711 Edgewood Street NE, Washington DC. It is fit out for school use now, but our scope will be a total g
2026-10-15422 3RD ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003DemolitionRemoval of boiler room and group restrooms to allow for new addition to be located on the open portion of the site to the north of the exist
2026-10-152145 SUMMIT WAY SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Hancock
2026-10-143132 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-142306 1ST ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001Addition Alteration RepairHistoric- CONVERSION OF A SFD TO A FLAT: INTERIOR DEMOLITION ALTERATION AND REPAIR WITH PROPOSED 2ND FLOOR REAR ADDITION WITH REAR BALCONY
2026-10-143122 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-143102 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-14351 11TH ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003DemolitionIn the Capitol Hill Historic District Interior demo of all non bearing walls, finishes (floor, wall, and ceiling), cabinets, countertops, pl
2026-10-142700 36TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007New BuildingConstruct new single-family detached dwelling, 3-stories with cellar, including mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, patios, walks,
2026-10-143108 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-141756 PORTAL DR NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012Addition Alteration RepairCFA / H Remodeling the existing attic to create a new finished dormer addition. The scope of work includes selective demolition, reframing o
2026-10-141254 4TH ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002Addition Alteration RepairHistoric ADDITION OF A REAR STAIR ENCLOSURE AT THE SECOND FLOOR, PROVIDE TWO INTERIOR STAIRS AND RENOVATE STOREFRONT. PREPARE BASE BUILDING
2026-10-143106 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-143134 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-143100 EASTERN AVE NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018New BuildingIn the Fort Circle Parks Historic District New 3 story townhome. Slab on Grade.
2026-10-134404 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011DemolitionPartial demolition of fire-damaged 2-story single family row dwelling with basement. Remove front porch roof, roof trusses, decking, wood fl
2026-10-131708 KENYON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010Addition Alteration RepairIn the Mount Pleasant Historic District THIRD STORY ADDITION WITH BEDROOM, BATHROOM, OFFICE AND ROOF DECK. SECOND FLOOR LEVEL RECONFIGURATIO
2026-10-133643 ALTON PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008Addition Alteration RepairAddition and renovation to 3643 ALTON PLACE NW consisting of an addition on existing slab in the rear yard. renovation / relocation of an ex
2026-10-131100 CONNECTICUT AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036DemolitionDemolition of an interior vacant tenant suite. No new work. Demolition only. Removal of partitions, abandoned electrical and abandoned mecha
2026-10-134839 UPTON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016Addition Alteration RepairConstruct rear addition to and renovate existing single-family detached dwelling, 3-stories with cellar, including steps, deck, mechanical,
2026-10-134331 FOREST LN NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007Addition Alteration RepairConstruct one-story rear addition, front porch, rear deck, steps, grading, renovations to existing house, mechanical, electrical and plumbin
2026-10-135118 8TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairDEMOLITION FRONT COVER PORCH, NEW FRONT COVER PORCH, NEW FRONT ENTRANCE BASEMENT, ENCLOSED REAR AREA BASEMENT FLOOR (129 SF)
2026-10-13507 D ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20003Addition Alteration RepairHistoric REAR TWO-STORY ADDITION WITH ROOF DECK TO EXISTING THREE-STORY SINGLE-FAMILY ATTACHED RESIDENCE AT 507 D ST SE IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
2026-10-133400 BENNING RD NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019RazePepco to remove the existing GDS Blue building from the north side of the Benning Facility.
2026-10-09701 HOWARD RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020Addition Alteration RepairCEDAR TREE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL ADDITION IS A NEW ADDITION TO THE EXISTING CEDAR TREE ACADEMY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL (PS - 5TH GRADE) LOCAT
2026-10-093907 GEORGIA AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairRevision to B2401648: Provide elevator overrun space above roof deck. Unit count reduced from 15 to 14.
2026-10-091224 CARROLLSBURG PL SW, WASHINGTON, DC 20024Addition Alteration RepairINTERIOR REMODEL & THIRD STORY ADDITION.
2026-10-0920 R ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001Addition Alteration RepairHistoric One story screen porch in rear yard.
2026-10-09743 PRINCETON PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010Addition Alteration RepairSINGLE FAMILY ROW DWELLING CONVERSION TO A 2 UNIT FLAT (3 STORY + CELLAR).THIRD FLOOR ADDITION ALONG WITH REAR ADDITION.TWO ONSITE PARKING P
2026-10-083643 ALTON PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008DemolitionRemoval of Kitchen appliances, cabinets and finishes, bathroom fixtures and finishes.
2026-10-081412 DELAFIELD PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairRenovation of three-levels interior of the house, including installing new floors, removal of some non structural walls, renovation of bathr
2026-10-083330 CLAY ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20019Addition Alteration RepairSCOPE OF WORK IS A REAR ADDITION AND INTERIOR RECONFIGURATION. NEW MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL THROUGHOUT.
2026-10-082014 O ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20036Addition Alteration RepairHISTORIC Replacement of an existing rear glazed porch and construction of a new rear deck.
2026-10-071110 FERN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012New BuildingHistoric New 22-foot wide townhome.
2026-10-071112 FERN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012New BuildingHistoric New 22-foot wide townhome.
2026-10-071116 FERN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012New BuildingHistoric New 22-foot wide townhome.
2026-10-071708 KENYON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010DemolitionHISTORIC DEMO PERMIT ONLY TO REMOVE NON-LOAD BEARING WALLS PER PLANS, KITCHEN CABINETS, BASE TRIM/CROWN,BATHROOM FIXTURES, FLOOR TILES AND P
2026-10-072207 FOXHALL RD NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007Addition Alteration RepairHistoric Landmark Scheele-Brown Farmhouse An interior renovation of the existing historic Scheele-Brown Farmhouse and a new two-story main r
2026-10-076108 13TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011Addition Alteration RepairAddition to existing detached single family house, conversion to 9-unit apartment house via BZA #21065.
2026-10-07659 G ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002Addition Alteration RepairRevision to Permit No. B2500485 to modify the previously approved structural design for the three-story elementary school addition at 659 G
2026-10-076120 30TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20015Addition Alteration RepairADDITION, ALTERATION & REPAIR INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:DEMOLISH EXISTING PORCH FRAME STRUCTURE IN ORDER TOACCOMODATE SPACE FOR THE INCORPORATI
2026-10-071114 FERN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012New BuildingHistoric New 22-foot wide townhome.
2026-10-071118 FERN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012New BuildingHistoric New 22-foot wide townhome.
2026-10-071108 FERN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20012New BuildingHistoric New 22-foot wide townhome.
2026-10-071503 10TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20001DemolitionHISTORIC- Selective demolition to facilitate full modernization: Octagon wing - full demolition of structure. Multipurpose Wing - demo of ab
2026-10-062759 WOODLEY PL NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008Addition Alteration RepairInterior renovation of existing rental unit kitchen and bathroom. Enclose area under deck per structural engineer.
2026-10-061416 CHAPIN ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009Addition Alteration RepairLevel III alteration and addition to an existing 16-unit residential building. Proposed total residential units: 9. Area of work: 13,363 SF
2026-10-062155 SUMMIT WAY SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Hancock.
2026-10-061634 NORTH CAPITOL ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20002Addition Alteration RepairREVISION TO APPROVED PERMIT #B2401534 THIS PERMIT REVISION PERTAINS TO THE ORIGINALLY APPROVED PERMIT (#B2401534) DURING THE CONSTRUCTION PH
2026-10-063800 25TH PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20018Addition Alteration RepairProject description: supplemental instruction for bay window structure. Revision to B2505345 is limited to the structural documents as indic
2026-10-061474 HARVARD ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20009Addition Alteration RepairADDITION, ALTERATION AND REPAIR ON A SINGLE FAMILY ROW BUILDING. TO CONVERT THE UNIT TO A MULITI- FAMILY UNITS. - TO CONSTRUCT A THIRD FLOOR
2026-10-052855 29TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008Addition Alteration RepairHistoric REAR ADDITIONS AT 1ST, AND 2ND FLOORREPLACE EXISTING DECKNEW AREAWAYNEW MUDROOMREMODEL EXISTING KITCHENREMODEL EXISTING POWDER ROOM
2026-10-052121 RIDGELINE LN SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Hancock
2026-10-052127 RIDGELINE LN SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020New BuildingNew four story single Family townhome, type Clarendon
2026-10-05806 H ST NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002Addition Alteration RepairInstall a roll up door in an exterior wall to have access to trash storage area. The roll up door does not pose a egress exit as it has a in
2026-10-053427 WISCONSIN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20016New BuildingREVISION FOR PERMIT # B2401641. THE SCOPE OF WORK FOR THIS REVISION PERMIT IS THE RELOCATION OF SOME KITCHEN, LAUNDRY, AND MECHANICAL UNITS