The resolution proposed by Mayor Muriel Bowser seeks the Council of the District of Columbia's approval for the closure of a public alley in Square 3524. This closure is intended to facilitate the consolidation of several lots, allowing for the development of 27 residential units, which will include a mix of two-family townhouses and single-family homes in Ward 5. The proposal has received support from relevant District agencies and public utilities, with the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 5F also expressing its backing. The District Department of Transportation has noted two conditions in its letter of no objection.

The resolution emphasizes the urgency of the alley closure, citing high carrying costs that may lead the developer to abandon the project if not addressed promptly. It highlights the necessity of expediting the approval process to ensure the project's viability, which includes the development of three units of affordable family-sized housing. The Council has determined that the circumstances warrant an emergency declaration, allowing the resolution to be adopted after a single reading and taking effect immediately.