The "Build Housing Package" introduced by Councilmember Robert C. White, Jr. aims to address the challenges of housing development in the District of Columbia by implementing four targeted bills designed to reduce costs, expedite project delivery, and enhance the efficiency of housing investments. The first bill, the "Understanding the Cost of Housing Regulations Act of 2026," mandates an independent third-party study to analyze the District's housing development costs and regulatory environment in comparison to peer jurisdictions in Maryland and Virginia. This study will identify specific regulations that contribute to excessive costs and delays, ultimately recommending legislative changes to alleviate these burdens.

The second bill, the "Affordable Housing Tax Assessment Alignment Act of 2026," seeks to ensure that affordable housing is not taxed as if it can generate market-rate rents by requiring the Department of Housing and Community Development to provide necessary data to the Office of Tax and Revenue for accurate property assessments. The "Pre-Approved Housing Plans Act of 2026" establishes a program for pre-approved housing plans to streamline the permitting process for small-scale projects, while the "Risk-Based Third-Party Code Review Act of 2026" introduces a risk-based review system to enhance efficiency in the permitting process. Together, these reforms aim to create a more predictable and cost-effective environment for housing development in the District.