B 25-0654 District of Columbia · 25th Council Period (2023-2024)

Protecting Adjacent and Adjoining Property Owners from Construction Damage Amendment Act of 2024

This bill requires property owners, contractors, or permit applicants to secure insurance that covers adjacent property owners for any damage caused by construction work. It specifically applies to permits involving work near property lines, such as additions, demolitions, excavations, and foundation projects, ensuring that neighbors within 30 feet are protected. The law mandates that the insurance policy must explicitly insure these neighboring properties against losses arising from the proposed construction. This measure aims to provide financial protection for nearby residents and businesses without changing the underlying construction codes.
Bill status signed all 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2024
Committee Review
Sep 2024
Council Passage
Oct 2024
Signed into Law
Dec 2024
Introduced Jan 4, 2024 Signed Dec 17, 2024
Floor votes · Council Oct 1, 2024

How they voted

12–0
Passed · 1 other
Total votes 13
Oct 1, 2024
D Democratic11
10 Yea 1
90% Yea
I Independent2
2 Yea
100% Yea
Vote distribution
All Yea All Nay Mixed No data
Full legislative history

Actions timeline

Total actions
17
Key actions
2
Committee
2
Oct 1, 2024
Council · Passed
Council Vote: pass (12-0-1)
council
Sep 17, 2024
Legislature · Passed
Committee Mark-up of B25-0654 by the Committee of the Whole
legislature
Jan 9, 2024
Committee
Referred to Committee of the Whole
legislature
Jan 4, 2024
Introduced
B25-0654 Introduced by Chairman Mendelson at Office of the Secretary
legislature
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

Sponsors

Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Photo of Phil Mendelson
Phil Mendelson
DDemocratic
DC
Chairman