# Building permits at 752 Howard Rd SE, Washington, DC

Two permits here in the last two years. The newest, Feb 25: Four groundwater monitoring wells will be abandoned at a depth of 30 feet bgs. Within a quarter mile, the city has issued 25 more permits (22 projects) since May 1. Three are for new buildings, the nearest 100 ft away.

## At this address

| Date | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | Other | Four groundwater monitoring wells will be abandoned at a depth of 30 feet bgs. | Not listed | [SB2600066](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600066/) |
| Oct 2, 2025 | Other | ECS will advance 7 borings to a depth of 30 feet below ground surface with a track-mounted geoprobe. ECS will install four temporary monitoring wells at boring locations B-01 through B-04. Each well will be installed up to a maximum depth of 30 feet. Once soil borings reach termination depth, a 2-in | Not listed | [SB2500278](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2500278/) |

## Within ¼ mi since May 1, 2026

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

### Next door (under 250 ft), 18 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | Balconies We are requesting that the balconies proposed on the drawings submitted for building permit be approved as shown per the requirements of the 2017 DC Building Code, Section 3202.10.2. As currently drawing, the proposed balconies are location more than 8" from party lines extended as require | Not listed | [MVQ2600078](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600078/) |
| Sep 23, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Fence, wall or deck | The work being performed will consist of framing activities for concrete structures, concrete pours, and below grade MEP rough-in within the garage portion of the building. | Not listed | [AH2601035](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/AH2601035/) |
| Aug 28, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Electrical | We are requesting relief fromthe requirements of NEC 2014 Section 210.52 (E)(3), which requires at least one receptacle outlet accessible from thebalcon height of no more than 2.0m (61/2 feet) above the walking surface. Instead, we request that no receptacle outlets be required at the dwelling unit  | Not listed | [MVQ2600119](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600119/) |
| Aug 25, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Other | Canopy We are requesting that the 1st floor entrance canopy proposed on the drawings submitted for building permit be approved as shown per the requirements of the 2017 DC Building Code. As currently drawing, the proposed canopy maintains more than 8' clear underneath, as required by Section 3202.12 | Not listed | [MVQ2600077](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600077/) |
| Aug 7, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | New building | Pouring concrete slabs for new building. | Not listed | [AH2600938](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/AH2600938/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) |  | Not listed | [M2604059](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2604059/) |
| Jul 21, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Mechanical (HVAC) |  | Not listed | [M2604058](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2604058/) |
| Jul 15, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2609806](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2609806/) |
| Jun 12, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Plumbing |  | Not listed | [P2608655](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/P2608655/) |
| Jul 7, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | New building | Code Section : 2017 DC Green Construction Code Section 101.12.5.2 - Exemption from Certifying Energy Star by pursuing LEED v4 New Construction + Enhance MEP Cx plus Full Building Enclosure CX scopes as an ACP. Please see additional supporting documentation at the end of this form. | Not listed | [MVQ2600096](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600096/) |
| Jun 29, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Fire systems | We are requesting that the code provisions of Section 705.8.7 for 'at-risk openings' be applied to the proposed garage door connection between the proposed project (Parcel 5), and the neighboring parcel to the west. As currently designed, the exterior wall is within 15' of the adjacent property, it  | Not listed | [MVQ2600089](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600089/) |
| Jun 22, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | New building | Structural Only Concrete structure for 1st floor and above. Mass Timber to be permitted separately. | Not listed | [B2600999](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/B2600999/) |
| Jun 17, 2026 | [650 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/650-howard-rd-se/) | 190 ft W | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2609984](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609984/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2609972](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609972/) |
| Jun 16, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2609971](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2609971/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Alteration or repair | 2 lower levels of concrete foundation. | Not listed | [FD2600005](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/FD2600005/) |
| May 31, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Fire systems | We are requesting that, where combustibles are located in unrated concealed spaces, the building be allowed to provide sprinkler coverage In lieu of noncombustible protection. This modifies section 602.4.1.5 which states "Concealed spaces shall not contain combustibles other than electrical, mechani | Not listed | [MVQ2600048](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/MVQ2600048/) |
| May 15, 2026 | [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/) | 100 ft W | Other | 1 tower crane to construct Bridge District Parcel 5 | Not listed | [TC2600006](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/TC2600006/) |

### This block (250 to 1,000 ft), 3 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | [632 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/632-howard-rd-se/) | 350 ft NW | Sign | Install one (1) non-illuminated blade sign for Cafe Cino & Nico's Kitchen | Not listed | [SG2600251](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SG2600251/) |
| Jul 8, 2026 | [633 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/633-howard-rd-se/) | 560 ft W | Addition | The project will consist of advancing soil borings into the subsurface at the property. The scope consists of advancing 5 soil borings to twenty feet below ground surface for the collection of soil samples and groundwater samples. The groundwater samples will be collected utilizing temporary monitor | Not listed | [SB2600098](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SB2600098/) |
| Jun 10, 2026 | [600 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/600-howard-rd-se/) | 470 ft W | Other | The green lawn next to 600 Howard Rd Se Suite 100 Washington DC 20020 will be used for a community dog walk event. Two, 10' x 10' canopy tents will be placed on the green lawn and held down with sand bags on each corner/leg of the tent to prevent movement. | Not listed | [TN2600094](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/TN2600094/) |

### Farther (1,000 ft to ¼ mi), 4 permits

| Date | Address | Distance | Type | Work | Cost | Permit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 0.23 mi S | Sign | Install (2) non-illuminated building-mounted signs. | Not listed | [SG2600228](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/SG2600228/) |
| Jun 30, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 0.23 mi S | Mechanical (HVAC) |  | Not listed | [M2603678](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/M2603678/) |
| Jun 24, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 0.23 mi S | Electrical |  | Not listed | [E2610222](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/E2610222/) |
| May 14, 2026 | [1130 Sumner Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1130-sumner-rd-se/) | 0.23 mi S | Elevator | Install two (2) 3500# Gen3 Edge elevators. | Not listed | [EN2601154](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/permit/EN2601154/) |

## Zoning requests nearby

Hearings are public: you can comment or attend. Dates can move; check the city's page before you go.

| Status | Hearing | Address | Distance | Request | Case | City's words | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Requested |  | Howard Rd SE | 50 ft NE | Modification; the city gives no description. | [25-07A](https://app.dcoz.dc.gov/Home/ViewCase?case_id=25-07A) | "Pending" | 2026-08-19 |
| Requested |  | 805 Howard Rd SE | 550 ft E | Design review; the description is on the city's case page. | [26-07](https://app.dcoz.dc.gov/Home/ViewCase?case_id=26-07) | "Pending" | 2026-06-18 |

## More on this street

Other addresses on Howard Rd SE with permits, nearest house number first:

- [740 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/740-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Sep 24, 2026
- [701 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/701-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Jan 7, 2026
- [824 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/824-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Aug 26, 2025
- [650 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/650-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Jun 17, 2026
- [633 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/633-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Jul 8, 2026
- [632 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/632-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Jul 20, 2026
- [600 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/600-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Jun 10, 2026
- [1018 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1018-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Jan 17, 2025
- [1414 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1414-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Sep 12, 2025
- [1424 Howard Rd SE](https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/1424-howard-rd-se/): newest permit Feb 8, 2025

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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 2026-10-14 03:23 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 13, 21:17 UTC.

Map, both permits at this address and 25 nearby: https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/752-howard-rd-se/