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Based on permit descriptions · classifications may be inferredRetail
Based on permit descriptions · classifications may be inferred1634 WISCONSIN AVE NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20007
In the Georgetown Historic District In the Commission of Fine Arts jurisdiction area Interior alteration to take over existing Retail space M-Mercantile and change of use into a Hair Salon B-Business use for both 1st floor and basement level. Propose new plumbing, electrical and mechanical work. Existing restrooms are existing to remain and use.
1 permit · 2026-10-29View record & timeline ↗Issued2022 FLAGLER PL NW F201, WASHINGTON, DC 20001
Home Office - Web-Based Retail (Business Administration Only)
1 permit · 2026-10-28View record & timeline ↗Housing
Based on permit descriptions · classifications may be inferred4335 37TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20008
Construct new single-family detached dwelling, 3-stories with cellar, including an elevator, walls, walks, steps, driveway, grading, utilities, stormwater management, sheeting and shoring, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and associated appurtenances. 10,099 sf.
1 permit · 2026-10-29View record & timeline ↗Issued3203 STANTON RD SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
General Single-family, 3-story dwelling, constructed after 1978 (2004). Exterior renovations Replacement of vinyl siding, windows, doors (and hardware), roof, gutters, downspouts, light fixtures. Repair damaged trim if necessary. Repair damaged stairs and handrails if necessary. Paint trim. Interior renovations Replacement of HVAC furnace & condensing unit, kitchen & bath plumbing fixtures & faucets (existing bathtubs to remain), water heater, sump pump, bath accessories, exhaust fans, light fixtures, finish flooring, cabinets, countertops, appliances, interior doors (and hardware), hard-wired smoke/CO2 detectors. Removal of ceramic tile tub surround and backer board to studs. Installation of new tub mixing valve, moisture & mold resistant backer board and fiberglass tub surround. Repair damaged drywall walls & ceilings, subfloor, stairs, electrical outlets if necessary. Paint throughout.
1 permit · 2026-10-29View record & timeline ↗Issued908 KENT PL NE, WASHINGTON, DC 20002
INTERIOR RENOVATION OF EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING(SFD). NEW KITCHEN, FLOORING, DRYWALL, WOOD TRIM, PAINT.UPGRADE HVAC SYSTEM. REPLACE PLUMBING/ELECTRICALFIXTURES WITH NEW IN SAME LOCATION.
1 permit · 2026-10-29View record & timeline ↗Issued3350 18TH ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20010
HISTORIC Interior non structural demo at a single family townhouse
1 permit · 2026-10-29View record & timeline ↗Issued1535 TANNER ST SE, WASHINGTON, DC 20020
HISTORIC General Single-family, 3-story dwelling, constructed after 1978 (2004). Exterior renovations Replacement of vinyl siding, windows, doors (and hardware), roof, gutters, downspouts, light fixtures. Repair damaged trim if necessary. Repair damaged stairs and handrails if necessary. Paint trim. Interior renovations Replacement of HVAC furnace & condensing unit, kitchen & bath plumbing fixtures & faucets (existing bathtubs to remain), water heater, sump pump, bath accessories, exhaust fans, light fixtures, finish flooring, cabinets, countertops, appliances, interior doors (and hardware), hard-wired smoke/CO2 detectors. Removal of ceramic tile tub surround and backer board to studs. Installation of new tub mixing valve, moisture & mold resistant backer board and fiberglass tub surround. Repair damaged drywall walls & ceilings, subfloor, stairs, electrical outlets if necessary. Paint throughout.
1 permit · 2026-10-29View record & timeline ↗Issued609 NICHOLSON ST NW, WASHINGTON, DC 20011
The intent of this project entails landscape improvements for a residential property. The landscape improvements include flagstone walkway, flagstone patio, synthetic play lawn, reduction of concrete parking pad, and new planting beds. The limit of work is 1530 SF and the total area disturbed will be 1113 SF. Total cut will be 16.27 CY, and total fill will be 11.5 CY. There will be no significant change in elevation. Sediment control shall be achieved by means of filter socks around the limits of disturbance.
1 permit · 2026-10-28View record & timeline ↗Health & wellness
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