District of ColumbiaB26-0385Council Period 26 (2025-2026)HouseWALLET

CRIAC Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2025

Sponsored By: Charles Allen (Democratic)

Became Law

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 1 costs, 1 mixed.

New fee for roofs and driveways

D.C. Water charges a fee on any District property based on hard surfaces. Roofs, patios, driveways, private streets, paved areas, courts, pools, and covered walkways count. The charge is the property owner’s obligation. Another section also says the owner or occupant must pay any billed charge. Unpaid charges become a lien, and the Mayor can enforce it. Owners or occupants can contest the bill using the normal water and sewer process. The act applies as of March 25, 2009. It takes effect after mayoral approval and 30 days of congressional review, and ends 225 days after taking effect.

Water bills count service, not just use

If your property gets District water, your bill now reflects both your water use and the service to your property. This can raise or lower bills, depending on your setup. The law takes effect after mayoral approval and 30 days of congressional review, and it ends 225 days after taking effect.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Charles Allen
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 26 • No: 0

House vote • 10/21/2025

Final Reading, CC

Yes: 13 • No: 0

House vote • 10/7/2025

First Reading