D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 11, r. 11-J304

Current through Register 71, No. 45, November 7, 2024

Rule 11-J304 - SPECIAL EXCEPTION REVIEW CRITERIA

304.1

In reviewing an application for a special exception in the PDR-1/CAP zone, in addition to the applicable criteria of this subtitle and of Subtitle X, Chapter 9, the Board of Zoning Adjustment shall consider whether the proposed development is:

(a) Compatible with the present and proposed development of the neighborhood;

(b) Consistent with the goals and mandates of the United States Congress in Title V of the Legislative Branch Appropriation Act, 1976 (Master Plan for Future Development of the Capitol Grounds and Related Areas), approved July 25, 1975 (Pub. L. No. 94-59, 89 Stat. 288); and

(c) In accordance with the plan promulgated under the Act.

304.2

Upon receipt of the application, the Board of Zoning Adjustment shall refer the application to:

(a) The Architect of the Capitol for review and report; and

(b) The Office of Planning for review, report, and impact assessment along with coordination of reviews in writing of all relevant District departments and agencies including:

(1) The District Department of Transportation;

(2) The Department of Housing and Community Development; and

(3) The Historic Preservation Office if the application involves a historic district or historic landmark.

304.3

The Board may require special treatment and impose reasonable conditions as it deems necessary to mitigate any adverse impacts identified in the consideration of the application.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 11, r. 11-J304

Final Rulemaking published at 70 DCR 11297 (8/25/2023)