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District Links: Zoning board resumes operations after DC Council confirms two nominees; council votes to halt ‘common area utility’ fees; and more

By Chris Kain On Jun 3, 2026 Last updated Jun 3, 2026

With yesterday’s unanimous DC Council confirmation of two mayoral appointees to the DC Board of Zoning Adjustment, the panel is meeting today for the first time since March, when the absence of a quorum began forcing delays for dozens of pending cases.

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