# Addition permit B2509018 at 229 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington

DC Department of Buildings permit B2509018: issued Aug 12, 2026 for addition work at 229 Pennsylvania Ave SE. Scope of work to include new rear addition to 229/231 pennsylvania avenue SE with modifications to the existing exterior rear facades and expanding existing openings in the party wall to allow for improved connections between structures. The ground floor will contain a restaurant and supporting commercial kitchen, with kitchen prep and storage spaces located in the basement. Second and third floors to be warm lit shells with egress, plumbing stubs, and shafts for MEP and kitchen equipment as required. Interiors to be designed in the future as a tenant fit out. The restaurant will continue to across the first floor to the alley garage at 203 3rd street rear. The alley garage will contain two restrooms and a bar, connecting back to the 229/231 with an enclosed courtyard. Scope of work to include new partitions, millwork, ceilings, lighting, finishes, furniture, and equipment. New openings in existing floor for egress stairs and elevator. Service elevator and overrun located in the rear addition. Scope of work to include new HVAC, plumbing and electrical work to accomplish new design. Scope of work to include a new terrace on an existing roof. Existing structure to remain where possible and be reinforced to accommodate new egress and elevator shafts.new fire alarm and sprinkler system included in scope of work. Existing utility infrastructure to be reused.

- Permit number: B2509018
- Issued: Aug 12, 2026
- Type of work: Addition (city: Construction, addition alteration repair)
- Status: Issued (city: Permit issued)
- Reported cost: Not listed
- ZIP code: 20003
- All permits at this address: https://nearbypermits.com/washington-dc/address/229-pennsylvania-ave-se/

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