The resolution proposed by Mayor Muriel Bowser seeks the Council of the District of Columbia's approval for the closing of a public alley in Square 3524 to facilitate the development of 27 residential units, which will include a mix of two-family townhouses and single-family homes in Ward 5. The legislation encompasses various forms, including an Act, Temporary Act, Emergency Act, and an Emergency Declaration Resolution, all aimed at consolidating several lots around an excess portion of the alley system. The proposal has garnered support from relevant District agencies and public utilities, with the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 5F also expressing its backing.

The resolution emphasizes the urgency of the alley closure due to high carrying costs that may lead the developer to abandon the project if not expedited. It highlights the necessity of the closure for the development of new housing units, including three affordable family-sized units, in the Eckington neighborhood. The Council has determined that the circumstances warrant immediate action, allowing the resolution to be adopted after a single reading to ensure the project's viability.