Bill > B26-0501

This bill amends the Block Party Act of 2012 to formally define and facilitate "Porchfest" events in the District of Columbia. Specifically, the bill introduces a definition of Porchfest as a distributed neighborhood music festival where musicians perform on private property like porches or yards (or adjacent public property) without charging fees to participants or attendees. The amendment allows District residents to submit block party applications to close streets for hosting a Porchfest, and establishes a policy that the city's Department shall not deny block party applications that are part of a Porchfest or similar distributed neighborhood festival occurring on the same date. The bill is an emergency measure, meaning it will take effect upon mayoral approval and remain in effect for up to 90 days, providing a temporary framework to support these community music events and streamline the permitting process for residents who want to host or participate in Porchfest activities.

https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/B26-0501