This project redevelops the unused habitat space previously for the bison on the campus of Smithsonian
Alteration or repair at 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington
DC Department of Buildings permit BCIV2600099: issued Sep 9, 2026 for alteration or repair work at 3001 Connecticut Ave NW. This project redevelops the unused habitat space previously for the bison on the campus of Smithsonian Institution's National Zoo for a new animal habitat. Approximately 36,000 square feet of redevelopment includes rerouting of existing utilities, introduction of new utility piping, and the expansion of the existing Care Building. Erosion and sedimentation controls will be required. Stormwater best management practices, bioretention and planter box, and the preservation of select existing trees are planned to meet retention and detention requirements.
- Permit number
- BCIV2600099
- Issued
- Type of work
- Alteration or repair
- Status
- Issued
- Reported cost
- Not listed
- ZIP code
- 20008
- City's category
- Construction, civil plans
- City's status
- Permit issued
- Source
- DC Department of Buildings permit data (this record)
Type of work and status are our own standard labels, so permits compare across cities. The city's wording is in the "City's category" and "City's status" rows. We show costs under $100 as not listed, because filers often enter $0 or $1 when the city doesn't require a cost.
All permits at 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, and what's permitted nearby
DC Department of Buildings updated its data Oct 6, 2026. We checked it Oct 6, 14:01 UTC. See the city's official records (District of Columbia, CC BY 4.0).
For agents and scripts: This page as Markdown · JSON