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DC Anacostia Waterfront Environmental Standards Act of 2008

Defines the “Anacostia Waterfront Development Zone” and sets environmental & green building standards within the zone. Includes LEED gold and silver requirements, stormwater controls, site planning considerations, integrated environmental design standards, and habitat preservation (rivers, streams, wetlands).

Link:

  • Washington, DC City Code, Title 2 Ch. 12 Subchapter XIV

Policy Details:

Locale: Washington, District of Columbia [Southeast]
Climate zone: Zone 4A: Mixed Humid
Jurisdiction: Municipality [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Green Stormwater Infrastructure, Trees
Policy Type(s): City Code, Zoning

Citation:

Washington, DC City Code, Title 2 Ch. 12 Subchapter XIV

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