# Building permits at 1659 U St SE, Washington, DC

Three permits on record here. The newest, Oct 9, 2025: In the Anacostia Historic District Rooftop solar installation 29 410w panels. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 67 more permits (59 projects) since May 1.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2025 | Solar | In the Anacostia Historic District Rooftop solar installation 29 410w panels. Roof repair or replacement as needed | Not listed | [SOL2504000](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SOL2504000/) |
| Oct 9, 2025 | Electrical | Electrical Trade Permit | Not listed | [E2600375](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2600375/) |
| Jan 31, 2024 | Electrical | Electrical Trade Permit | Not listed | [E2404225](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2404225/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

67 permits in the circle. From our copy of the city's data (last 24 months).

### Next door (under 250 ft), 6 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 2026 | [2016 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2016-fendall-st-se/) | 200 ft SE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2609889](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609889/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [2016 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2016-fendall-st-se/) | 200 ft SE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2608530](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2608530/) |
| Jun 8, 2026 | [1658 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1658-u-st-se/) | 130 ft NE | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2608474](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608474/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [1658 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1658-u-st-se/) | 130 ft NE | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2607628](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2607628/) |
| May 12, 2026 | [1656 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1656-u-st-se/) | 130 ft N | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2608683](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2608683/) |
| May 8, 2026 | [2020 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2020-fendall-st-se/) | 230 ft SE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2608529](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2608529/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 26 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | [2100 16th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2100-16th-st-se/) | 630 ft W | Electrical | Electrical Trade Permit | Not listed | [E2700173](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2700173/) |
| Oct 3, 2026 | [1706 T St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1706-t-st-se/) | 970 ft N | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2700093](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2700093/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [1526 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1526-u-st-se/) | 740 ft NW | Solar | Rooftop solar installation 36 435w panels. Roof repair or replacement as needed | Not listed | [SOL2602690](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SOL2602690/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [1912 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1912-17th-st-se/) | 770 ft N | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2613314](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2613314/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [1956 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1956-fendall-st-se/) | 290 ft NE | Alteration or repair | Historic- Electrical revisions, adding additional outlets and lighting fixtures These drawings are a revision to permit B2508916 | Not listed | [B2607161](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2607161/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [1724 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1724-w-st-se/) | 670 ft S | Roofing | Complete tear-off and replacement of the existing low-slope roofing system on the residence (approximately 11 squares). Install new GAF Liberty 2-Ply Self-Adhered roofing membrane. Replace associated roofing components including custom-bent drip edge flashing, apron flashing, and pipe flashings/boot | Not listed | [B2607994](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2607994/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1728 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1728-w-st-se/) | 700 ft S | Solar | Commercial grid roof mounted interactive solar installation system dc/ac size 1 @ stc: 42.120/27.300 kw (104) ja solar jam54s31-405/mr (1) solar edge se10kus (208v), (1) solar edge se17.3kus (208v)) system dc/ac size 2 @ stc: 11.340/10.000 kw (28) ja solar jam54s31-405/mr, (1) solar edge use11400h-u | Not listed | [SOL2602579](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SOL2602579/) |
| Aug 5, 2026 | [1728 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1728-w-st-se/) | 700 ft S | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2611582](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611582/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1917 U Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1917-u-pl-se/) | 860 ft NE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2611132](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2611132/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1917 U Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1917-u-pl-se/) | 860 ft NE | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2604450](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2604450/) |
| Jul 22, 2026 | [1600 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1600-u-st-se/) | 600 ft NW | Other |  | Not listed | [B2506700-EXT-1](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2506700-EXT-1/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [1957 19th Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1957-19th-pl-se/) | 630 ft E | Alteration or repair | Alteration and repair permit: existing 15 dwelling units to remain 15 dwelling units. Scope includes relocation of kitchens and the addition of one (1) bedroom within each unit. | Not listed | [B2603409](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2603409/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1909 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1909-17th-st-se/) | 810 ft N | Alteration or repair | Revise previously approved plat under permit number B2303272 to show proper location of building. | Not listed | [B2604414](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604414/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1956 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1956-fendall-st-se/) | 290 ft NE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2610170](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610170/) |
| May 5, 2026 | [1956 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1956-fendall-st-se/) | 290 ft NE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2608367](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2608367/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1918 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1918-17th-st-se/) | 720 ft N | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2603905](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2603905/) |
| Jun 23, 2026 | [1918 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1918-17th-st-se/) | 720 ft N | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2603904](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2603904/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [1756 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1756-w-st-se/) | 900 ft S | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2609997](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609997/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [1956 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1956-fendall-st-se/) | 290 ft NE | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2608716](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608716/) |
| Jun 13, 2026 | [1956 Fendall St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1956-fendall-st-se/) | 290 ft NE | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2608693](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608693/) |
| Jun 15, 2026 | [1616 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1616-w-st-se/) | 620 ft SW | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2609912](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609912/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [1916 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1916-17th-st-se/) | 730 ft N | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [PP2603673](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/PP2603673/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [1918 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1918-17th-st-se/) | 720 ft N | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [PP2603671](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/PP2603671/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [1635 V St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1635-v-st-se/) | 450 ft SW | Other |  | Not listed | [SOL2502129-EXT-1](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SOL2502129-EXT-1/) |
| Jun 3, 2026 | [1635 V St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1635-v-st-se/) | 450 ft SW | Other |  | Not listed | [E2509260-EXT-1](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2509260-EXT-1/) |
| May 28, 2026 | [1917 17th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1917-17th-st-se/) | 720 ft N | Alteration or repair | Revision to previously approved building permit b2407698. Foundation plan revisions including sub-slab plumbing to accommodate field conditions. Refer structural and plumbing drawings. No change proposed to building volume, height, lot occupancy, no. Of parking spaces, etc | Not listed | [B2604145](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604145/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 35 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | [1919 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1919-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi NW | Alteration or repair | Foundation for addition to existing elementary school. | Not listed | [FD2600014](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/FD2600014/) |
| Sep 29, 2026 | [1917 T Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1917-t-pl-se/) | 0.21 mi NE | Alteration or repair | CONCRETE DRIVEWAY INSTALLATION IN THE BACK YARD CONCRETE DRIVEWAY 2 concrete strips 30 INCHES W x 13' FEET l = 65 sf Scope of Work Provide labor, material and equipment to perform work describe below. Build a new concrete driveway with regular gray concrete Excavate the area 6 INCHES and compact For | Not listed | [B2607606](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2607606/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [2337 Green St SE 4](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2337-green-st-se-4/) | 0.25 mi S | Solar | Commercial grid roof mounted interactive solar installation system ac size @ stc: 249.000 kw system dc size @ stc: 374.440 kw (851) vsun 440n-108bmh-dg-bb (4) solar edge se50kus (208v), (1) solar edge se50kus (208v) (derated @ 49.000kw) | Not listed | [SOL2602713](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SOL2602713/) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | [2337 Green St SE 4](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2337-green-st-se-4/) | 0.25 mi S | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2613308](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2613308/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [2336 Green St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2336-green-st-se/) | 0.23 mi S | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2612214](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2612214/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [2305 16th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2305-16th-st-se/) | 0.22 mi SW | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2605734](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2605734/) |
| Sep 24, 2026 | [1919 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1919-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi NW | Grading | Geothermal Phase of the modernization project of Ketcham Elementary School. Installation of erosion and sediment control measures for the installation of the geothermal well system. | Not listed | [BCIV2600174](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BCIV2600174/) |
| Sep 18, 2026 | [1436 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1436-w-st-se/) | 0.25 mi W | Fence, wall or deck | Replace fence in the front of the house | Not listed | [F2600774](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/F2600774/) |
| Sep 4, 2026 | [1826 18th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1826-18th-st-se/) | 0.20 mi N | Fence, wall or deck | Install a new four-foot-high wood fence with an access gate across the front yard. The fence and all supporting posts will be located entirely within the private-property lines, as shown on the attached surveyor's plat. No work will occur in public space. | Not listed | [F2600895](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/F2600895/) |
| Aug 27, 2026 | [2324 Green St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2324-green-st-se/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical |  | Not listed | [EH2605220](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/EH2605220/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [1949 U Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1949-u-pl-se/) | 0.20 mi E | Electrical | Electrical Trade Permit | Not listed | [E2612009](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2612009/) |
| Aug 17, 2026 | [1949 U Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1949-u-pl-se/) | 0.20 mi E | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2605014](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2605014/) |
| Jul 24, 2026 | [1919 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1919-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi NW | Other | In the Anacostia Historic District Drilling 1 closed loop geothermal well at 800 feet. | Not listed | [SB2600144](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600144/) |
| Jul 20, 2026 | [2324 Green St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2324-green-st-se/) | 0.22 mi S | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2609911](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2609911/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [1919 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1919-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi NW | Demolition | Scope of work includes full demolition of existing 1960s building wing; doors; windows; and partial interior demolition of 1940s and 1908 wings, including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems; interior partitions, and finishes u.n.o. Partial demolition of select existing exterior and bearing | Not listed | [D2600278](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/D2600278/) |
| Jul 14, 2026 | [1919 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1919-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi NW | Grading | In the Anacostia Historic District Ketcham Elementary - Installation of erosion and sediment controls for the partial demolition phase of the project. For erosion and sediment controls installation only. Separate permit required for all demolitions on site. | Not listed | [BCIV2600100](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BCIV2600100/) |
| Jul 13, 2026 | [1607 Minnesota Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1607-minnesota-ave-se/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2609669](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2609669/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1781 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1781-w-st-se/) | 0.22 mi S | Electrical |  | Not listed | [EG2604259](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/EG2604259/) |
| Jul 10, 2026 | [1781 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1781-w-st-se/) | 0.22 mi S | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2604258](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2604258/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [2107 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2107-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi W | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2609568](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2609568/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [1623 Minnesota Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1623-minnesota-ave-se/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2609520](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2609520/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [2107 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2107-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi W | Mechanical (HVAC) |  | Not listed | [M2603818](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2603818/) |
| Jul 9, 2026 | [2107 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2107-15th-st-se/) | 0.21 mi W | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2610689](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610689/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [1932 21st Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1932-21st-pl-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2610455](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610455/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [1932 21st Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1932-21st-pl-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2610452](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610452/) |
| Jul 1, 2026 | [1932 21st Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1932-21st-pl-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2604079](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2604079/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1932 21st Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1932-21st-pl-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2603520](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2603520/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [1826 18th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1826-18th-st-se/) | 0.20 mi N | Alteration or repair | Installation of exterior window wells on private property | Not listed | [B2606108](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2606108/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1609 Minnesota Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1609-minnesota-ave-se/) | 0.22 mi NW | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2608365](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608365/) |
| Jun 4, 2026 | [1932 21st Pl SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1932-21st-pl-se/) | 0.24 mi NE | Electrical | Electrical Trade Permit | Not listed | [E2609494](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609494/) |
| Jun 2, 2026 | [1627 Minnesota Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1627-minnesota-ave-se/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2608225](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608225/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [1629 Minnesota Ave SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1629-minnesota-ave-se/) | 0.23 mi N | Plumbing | Plumbing trade Permit | Not listed | [P2608204](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608204/) |
| Jun 1, 2026 | [2100 15th St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/2100-15th-st-se/) | 0.19 mi W | Alteration or repair | Replacement of exterior entry door. ?Installing 1930s Art Deco style door with sidelights. ?I ve been working with Imania Price from Historic Preservation Specialist DC Office of Planning to ensure the proper door is installed. | Not listed | [B2604412](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2604412/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1772 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1772-w-st-se/) | 0.19 mi SE | Electrical |  | Not listed | [EG2602923](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/EG2602923/) |
| May 6, 2026 | [1772 W St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1772-w-st-se/) | 0.19 mi SE | Other |  | Not listed | [BP2602922](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/BP2602922/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

There are no zoning requests on file within ¼ mi. Washington's feed was last read Oct 12.

## More on this street

Other addresses on U St SE with permits, nearest house number first:

- [1658 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1658-u-st-se/): newest permit Jun 8, 2026
- [1656 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1656-u-st-se/): newest permit May 12, 2026
- [1652 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1652-u-st-se/): newest permit Apr 23, 2025
- [1645 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1645-u-st-se/): newest permit Jun 9, 2025
- [1626 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1626-u-st-se/): newest permit Apr 28, 2026
- [1623 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1623-u-st-se/): newest permit Feb 21, 2025
- [1712 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1712-u-st-se/): newest permit Apr 20, 2026
- [1600 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1600-u-st-se/): newest permit Jul 22, 2026
- [1526 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1526-u-st-se/): newest permit Sep 25, 2026
- [1524 U St SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1524-u-st-se/): newest permit Apr 1, 2026

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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 2026-10-12 13:04 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 12, 12:48 UTC.

Map, all 3 permits at this address and 67 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1659-u-st-se/