The proposed legislation, titled "Closing of a Portion of a Public Alley in Square 3524, S.O. 23-06402, Temporary Act of 2025," aims to close a portion of the public alley in Square 3524 to facilitate the development of 27 residential units, which will consist of two-family townhouses and single-family homes in Ward 5. The closure is deemed necessary as the alley is considered unnecessary for public use, and the title to the land will revert as indicated on the Surveyor's plat. The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) has expressed no objections to the closure, provided that certain conditions are met, including the payment for the removal of existing street lighting and the approval of a Tree Protection Plan or a permit for the removal of a Special Tree located in the area.

The legislation includes specific conditions that must be satisfied before the alley can be officially closed, such as the confirmation from DDOT regarding the payment and tree protection measures. The act will take effect upon approval by the Mayor and after a 30-day congressional review period, with a provision for expiration after 225 days. The Council has been urged to act promptly on this legislation, which has received support from the Advisory Neighborhood Commission 5F and relevant District agencies.