# Building permits at 1201 Sumner Rd SE, Washington, DC New buildings permitted at six addresses within 500 ft since May 1. Four permits here in the last two years. The newest, Jun 23: Plumbing permit, no description from the city. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 50 more permits (46 projects) since May 1. The nearest permit for a new building is 200 ft away. ## At this address | Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---| | Jun 23, 2026 | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608985](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608985/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609325](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609325/) | | May 29, 2026 | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608120](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608120/) | | May 5, 2026 | New building | New 10 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 15,940 sf | Not listed | [B2408013](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408013/) | ## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026 50 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months). ### Next door (under 250 ft), 8 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 14, 2026 | [1149 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1149-sumner-rd-se/) | 200 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2611820](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2611820/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1149 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1149-sumner-rd-se/) | 200 ft W | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2611874](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611874/) | | Jun 16, 2026 | [1133 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1133-sumner-rd-se/) | 240 ft NW | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608793](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608793/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1133 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1133-sumner-rd-se/) | 240 ft NW | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608168](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608168/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1149 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1149-sumner-rd-se/) | 200 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608167](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608167/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1133 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1133-sumner-rd-se/) | 240 ft NW | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609326](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609326/) | | May 29, 2026 | [1149 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1149-sumner-rd-se/) | 200 ft W | New building | New 10 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 14,920 sf | Not listed | [B2408012](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408012/) | | May 29, 2026 | [1133 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1133-sumner-rd-se/) | 240 ft NW | New building | New 12 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 19,120 sf | Not listed | [B2408011](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408011/) | ### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 35 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 15, 2026 | [2622 Firth Sterling Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2622-firth-sterling-ave-se/) | 600 ft W | Other | Perform a total of One (1) 6-inch hollow stem SPT Soil Boring to a maximum depth of 100 ft below current site grades. All work will be performed to obtain geotechnical information under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed in the District of Columbia. | Not listed | [SB2600203](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600203/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [2636 Firth Sterling Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2636-firth-sterling-ave-se/) | 720 ft W | Other | Perform a total of One (1) 6-inch hollow stem SPT Soil Boring to a maximum depth of 100 ft below current site grades. All work will be performed to obtain geotechnical information under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed in the District of Columbia. | Not listed | [SB2600202](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600202/) | | Sep 15, 2026 | [1101 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1101-eaton-rd-se/) | 860 ft W | Other | Perform a total of One (1) 6-inch hollow stem SPT Soil Boring to a maximum depth of 100 ft below current site grades. All work will be performed to obtain geotechnical information under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed in the District of Columbia. | Not listed | [SB2600200](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600200/) | | Sep 11, 2026 | [1132 Stevens Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1132-stevens-rd-se/) | 840 ft W | Other | Perform a total of two (2) 6-inch hollow stem SPT Soil Borings to a maximum depth of 100 ft below current site grades. All work will be performed to obtain geotechnical information under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed in the District of Columbia. | Not listed | [SB2600199](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600199/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [1200 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1200-eaton-rd-se/) | 320 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2611269](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2611269/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [1224 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1224-eaton-rd-se/) | 360 ft SW | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2611268](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2611268/) | | Aug 27, 2026 | [1138 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1138-eaton-rd-se/) | 370 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2611267](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2611267/) | | Aug 24, 2026 | [1230 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1230-sumner-rd-se/) | 370 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [FB2600064](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/FB2600064/) | | Aug 14, 2026 | [1230 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1230-sumner-rd-se/) | 370 ft E | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2604541](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2604541/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1224 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1224-eaton-rd-se/) | 360 ft SW | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2611876](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611876/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1200 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1200-eaton-rd-se/) | 320 ft W | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2611873](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611873/) | | Aug 13, 2026 | [1150 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1150-eaton-rd-se/) | 470 ft W | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2611872](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611872/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [1231 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1231-sumner-rd-se/) | 280 ft SE | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2610028](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610028/) | | May 25, 2026 | [1231 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1231-sumner-rd-se/) | 280 ft SE | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2607966](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607966/) | | Jul 20, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 310 ft NW | Sign | Install (2) non-illuminated building-mounted signs. | Not listed | [SG2600228](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SG2600228/) | | Jul 16, 2026 | [1253 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1253-sumner-rd-se/) | 490 ft SE | Alteration or repair | Revision to permit b2506912: to include the reconstruction of the existing front porch to its original condition (same size 6'-2'' x 17'-7'') due to structural deterioration. Replacement of exterior siding and vapor barrier. Replacement and relocation of existing front windows and doors. | Not listed | [B2604348](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604348/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [1138 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1138-eaton-rd-se/) | 370 ft W | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610795](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610795/) | | Jul 13, 2026 | [1121 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1121-sumner-rd-se/) | 340 ft W | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610789](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610789/) | | Jun 30, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 310 ft NW | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2603678](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2603678/) | | Jun 25, 2026 | [1230 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1230-sumner-rd-se/) | 370 ft E | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610284](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610284/) | | Jun 24, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 310 ft NW | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2610222](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610222/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1150 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1150-eaton-rd-se/) | 470 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608175](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608175/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1200 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1200-eaton-rd-se/) | 320 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608173](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608173/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1224 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1224-eaton-rd-se/) | 360 ft SW | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608172](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608172/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1121 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1121-sumner-rd-se/) | 340 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2608170](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608170/) | | Jun 1, 2026 | [1231 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1231-sumner-rd-se/) | 280 ft SE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2609323](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609323/) | | May 29, 2026 | [1121 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1121-sumner-rd-se/) | 340 ft W | New building | New 10 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 14,920 sf | Not listed | [B2408010](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408010/) | | May 29, 2026 | [1224 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1224-eaton-rd-se/) | 360 ft SW | New building | New 10 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 15,075 sf | Not listed | [B2408009](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408009/) | | May 29, 2026 | [1200 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1200-eaton-rd-se/) | 320 ft W | New building | New 10 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 14,920 sf | Not listed | [B2408008](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408008/) | | May 29, 2026 | [1150 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1150-eaton-rd-se/) | 470 ft W | New building | New 14 unit apartment 4-story building. Proposed gross floor area: 21,040 SQ FT. | Not listed | [B2408006](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2408006/) | | May 19, 2026 | [1138 Eaton Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1138-eaton-rd-se/) | 370 ft W | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2607800](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607800/) | | May 18, 2026 | [1231 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1231-sumner-rd-se/) | 280 ft SE | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2607722](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607722/) | | May 14, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 310 ft NW | Elevator | Install two (2) 3500# Gen3 Edge elevators. | Not listed | [EN2601154](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/EN2601154/) | | May 13, 2026 | [2501 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2501-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 690 ft SE | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2607587](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607587/) | | May 4, 2026 | [2633 Wade Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2633-wade-rd-se/) | 450 ft S | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2608355](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2608355/) | ### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 7 permits | Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | Sep 10, 2026 | [2656 Firth Sterling Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2656-firth-sterling-ave-se/) | 0.19 mi W | Other | Perform a total of One (1) 6-inch hollow stem SPT Soil Boring to a maximum depth of 100 ft below current site grades. All work will be performed to obtain geotechnical information under the supervision of a Professional Engineer licensed in the District of Columbia. | Not listed | [SB2600201](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600201/) | | Aug 7, 2026 | [2649 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2649-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 0.24 mi S | Alteration or repair | Interior renovation of unit #201, co-op unit, located in Building 7. Interior work to include interior demo, updated kitchen and bathroom, new closests, updated MEP as per plans. | Not listed | [B2605120](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2605120/) | | Jul 22, 2026 | [2427 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2427-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2610015](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2610015/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [2427 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2427-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Plumbing | | Not listed | [P2609987](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2609987/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [2427 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2427-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Mechanical (HVAC) | | Not listed | [M2604045](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2604045/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [2427 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2427-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | | Not listed | [E2611065](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611065/) | | Jul 21, 2026 | [2427 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2427-martin-luther-king-jr-ave-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Alteration or repair | Minor classroom renovations | Not listed | [B2604515](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604515/) | ## Zoning requests nearby There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Washington's feed was last read Oct 10. ## More on this street Other addresses on Sumner Rd SE with permits, nearest house number first: - [1200 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1200-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Aug 7, 2025 - [1230 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1230-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Aug 24, 2026 - [1231 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1231-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026 - [1253 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1253-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Jul 16, 2026 - [1149 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1149-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Sep 14, 2026 - [1133 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1133-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Jun 1, 2026 - [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Jul 20, 2026 - [1121 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1121-sumner-rd-se/): newest permit Jul 13, 2026 --- Source: DC Department of Buildings permit data (https://opendata.dc.gov/datasets/7296e6392349498bb6ba6ba3db836644_18), District of Columbia, CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Checked 2026-10-10 12:10 UTC. Nearby Permits, https://nearbypermits.com. JSON API and MCP server: https://nearbypermits.com/developers/ Zoning requests come from the DC Office of Zoning cases (https://opendata.dc.gov/datasets/9ba1e2cc61144042bdde83b8c68f2580), DC Office of Zoning, CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). We read it Oct 10, 08:48 UTC. Map, all 4 permits at this address and 50 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1201-sumner-rd-se/