Bill > B26-0298

This bill proposes a temporary amendment to the Urban Forest Preservation Act of 2002, specifically exempting certain Heritage Trees located in Lots 865, 866, 867, 868, and 869 of Square 5056 from existing tree removal requirements. A Heritage Tree is typically a significant tree with special protection under local environmental regulations. The exemption applies only to trees on these specific lots where the Zoning Commission has previously approved a planned unit development before July 1, 2016. The bill is temporary in nature, with a built-in expiration of 225 days after it takes effect, which would allow for a specific development project to proceed without being hindered by the standard Heritage Tree preservation rules. The bill follows standard legislative procedures, requiring approval by the Mayor, congressional review, and will go into effect after these steps are completed.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0298