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BZA denies use variance for proposed office at 409 E. Capitol; special-exception bid fails for lack of majority
District of Columbia Board of Zoning Adjustment · November 19, 2025
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Summary
The Board of Zoning Adjustment refused a use variance to allow office use at 409 East Capitol St. SE (application 21333), finding the applicant did not meet the high burden of proving an exceptional condition that precludes residential use. The board split 2–1 on a related lot-occupancy special-exception and the motion failed for lack of majority; the case remains pending for next steps.
The District of Columbia Board of Zoning Adjustment on Nov. 19 denied a request for a use variance to allow an office on the first floor of a building at 409 East Capitol…
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