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Approval of Mosby Court South Redevelopment Plan

Original title: To authorize a Mosby Court South Redevelopment preliminary community unit plan permitting the development of a residential community of up to 600,000 square feet and no more than 500 dwelling units and up to 25,000 square feet of ground floor commercial area on approximately 12.84 acres of land located at 1804 P Street and 1930 P Street, upon certain terms and conditions, and to repeal Ord. No. 1961-164-144, and all amendatory ordinances thereto. (7th District) (As Amended)

Record date · June 8, 2026

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What This Bill Does

This ordinance authorizes a new redevelopment plan for the Mosby Court South area, allowing for the construction of up to 500 residential units and 25,000 square feet of commercial space. The plan covers approximately 12.84 acres at 1804 and 1930 P Street and s previous ordinances governing the site.

Why it matters

This ordinance changes the land-use permissions for a 12.84-acre site in the 7th District, setting the legal framework for a project that can include up to 500 new homes and 25,000 square feet of commercial space.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

7th District Residents

Residents in the district will see a change in land use and density at the P Street site.

Directly affected

Property Developers

Developers are granted specific square footage and unit count allowances for the 12.84-acre site.

Key Facts

  • Authorizes a preliminary community unit plan for the Mosby Court South Redevelopment.
  • Permits a maximum of 500 dwelling units on the site.
  • Permits a maximum of 600,000 square feet of total residential development.
  • Permits up to 25,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial space.
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  • Covers a land area of approximately 12.84 acres.
  • Includes the properties located at 1804 P Street and 1930 P Street.
  • Repeals Ordinance No. 1961-164-144 and all its subsequent amendments.
  • The project is located within the 7th District.
  • The ordinance was adopted by the City Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many new homes can be built under this plan?
The ordinance permits the development of no more than 500 dwelling units.
What happens to the old zoning rules for this site?
The ordinance explicitly s Ordinance No. 1961-164-144 and all related amendments, replacing them with the new .
Is commercial space allowed in this development?
Yes, the plan allows for up to 25,000 square feet of ground-floor commercial area.

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Replacement of Legacy Zoning

The ordinance replaces a decades-old ordinance (1961-164-144) with a modern community unit plan, indicating a shift in development strategy for the site.

Ord. No. 1961-164-144

Connected Entities

Mosby Court South, 1804 P Street, 1930 P Street
locationMosby Court South“The site of the proposed redevelopment project.”Map →
location1804 P Street“One of the two addresses included in the redevelopment site.”Map →
location1930 P Street“One of the two addresses included in the redevelopment site.”Map →

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