Join the DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) for an in-person Public Hearing on plans for 2412 Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue SE!
The DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), pursuant to the requirements of D.C. Official Code Section 42-3171.03, has scheduled a public hearing on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in DHCD’s Multi-Purpose Room, 1909 Martin Luther King Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20020, to consider the proposed disposition of the property noted below. You can register here to attend the event: PADD Public Hearing – 2412 Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue SE!
- SSL: 5806 0243
- Property Type: Dilapidated Storefront Structure
- Ward: 8
- Zoning: MU-4
- Historic District: Yes
- Neighborhood: Anacostia
DHCD’s Property Acquisition and Disposition Division (PADD) offered the property as part of a Solicitation For Offer (SFO). The parcel was Solicited on December 9, 2022. The SFO sought proposals for the acquisition and development of the subject property. The competitive process resulted in the selection of Dimond Ridge LLC, the “Developer”, who has been awarded the property. The offer was approved by DHCD management, and the Public Hearing is scheduled for Thursday August 7, 2025.
The public hearing is being conducted to ensure that citizens are informed about the disposal and development of the property identified above to the named Developer, and to ensure that all citizens have the opportunity to present publicly their views concerning such disposition.
DHCD PADD Public Hearing – 2412 Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue SE
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Time: 5:00 pm
Location: DHCD’s Multi-Purpose Room
1909 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020
Register Here: PADD Public Hearing – 2412 Martin Luther King Jr., Avenue SE
Testimony: If you would like to present oral testimony, you are encouraged to register in advance either by e-mailing Ms. Chantese Rogers, [email protected] or by calling 202-478-1355. Please provide your name, address, telephone number, and organization affiliation, if any.
Written Statements: Written statements may be submitted at the hearing, or until 4:45 p.m., Thursday August 7, 2025, by emailing [email protected] or by calling 202-478-1355, and should be addressed to: Colleen Green, Director, DC Department of Housing and Community Development, ATTN: PADD, 1909 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, SE, Washington, DC 20020.
Language and Translation Services: Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) relay service is available by calling (800) 201-7165. A sign language interpreter and language translation services are available upon request by calling Pamela Hillsman at 202-442-7251. If you require language translation, please specify which language (Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese-Mandarin/Cantonese, Amharic, or French). Language translation services will be provided to pre-registered persons only. The deadline for requiring services of an interpreter is 7 days prior to the hearing.
PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS: Street parking will be limited, and we encourage you to utilize various modes of transportation, such as the Metro or ride-sharing services. Here are a few options for public transportation:
- Closest Metro: Anacostia Metro Station
- Closest Bus Routes: 90, 92, A6, A8, A33, B2, C11, C15, C23, C31, C41, C51, C53, P6, V2
- Closest Bikeshare Station: Marion Barry Avenue SE and Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE