Committee on Zoning, Preservation, and Development (ZPD)

Chair: Christian Brandt

Meeting: Third Monday of the month. Please see the calendar for timely updates. Register for/join the Zoom meeting here.

Use this link to apply to be a committee member or email 1b@anc.dc.gov with questions!

ZPD Committee Meeting Minutes
2026 ZPD Committee Meeting Recordings

The Zoning, Preservation & Development Committee is responsible for reviewing for the commissions input, applications relating to private sector requests for development projects that require additional permitting oversight. These include requests before the Zoning Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment, and the Historic Preservation Review Board.

The committee meets on the third Monday of each month, unless it is a holiday then it moves to Tuesday that month. If you have a project that needs to be reviewed by the committee you should submit any drawings, renderings or related files no later than 10 business days before the meeting is to occur to be considered for that meeting. Requests received after will be reviewed at the next meeting.

Committee Membership

The Committee strives to have wide representation from across the ANC. Email 1B@anc.dc.gov if you are interested in serving on the committee.

2026 ANC 1B Zoning, Preservation and Development Committee Members

Jason Bello, SMD 1B01

Karyn Bruggeman, SMD 1B06

Frank Chauvin, SMD 1B02

Bruce Flippens, SMD 1B08

Karen Gaal, SMD 1B05

Gabriel Gassmann, SMD 1B06

Simon Handelman, SMD 1B09

Joel Heisey, SMD 1B01

Nianyi Hong, SMD 1B03

Daniel Kramer, SMD 1B02

Aaron Pervin, SMD 1B01

Devin Reed, SMD 1B06

Alex Smith, SMD 1B02

Brad Solyan, SMD 1B08

Jarrett Stroman, SMD 1B04

2025 Committee Highlights

  • Reviewed development and preservation projects with emphasis on architectural compatibility, façade integrity, community engagement, and neighborhood impact. 

  • Worked with applicants to address key issues such as easements, tree preservation, trash management, and alignment with historic guidelines. 

  • Hosted Department of Buildings to improve understanding of inspections, enforcement tools, construction compliance, and ANC oversight roles. 

  • Facilitated discussions on safety and accountability following the 1111 and 1113 V Street building collapse, emphasizing transparency and enforcement. 

  • Provided residents with information on zoning procedures and historic preservation review processes to encourage earlier and more effective public participation. 

  • Examined zoning limits under the Uptown Arts Overlay District, focusing on entertainment use thresholds, variance procedures, and data transparency. 

Howard University Hospital Updates- Zoning Case 24-01

Overview: Petition seeks to rezone the property generally located on the east side of Georgia Avenue, from Euclid Street south to Florida Avenue, from the RA-2, PDR-2, and the PDR- 3 zones to the MU-9B and the MU-10 zones. A portion of the Howard Hospital site, fronting on Georgia Avenue, will be rezoned to the MU-9B zone.

Resources:

  1. PPT from Howard on the project

  2. LeDroit Park MOA

  3. ANC 1B support letter

Interested in learning more? Join a ZPD committee meeting to hear more about the project and the latest updates.