Background

The Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (“DMPED”) and the Office of Planning (“OP”) are launching a process to create a master plan for the area along the west bank of the Anacostia River known as Boathouse Row. Through the master plan, the District seeks to provide upgraded public facilities, improve environmental conditions, preserve existing functions and utilize remaining land to enhance and expand boathouse, marina, dock and water recreation uses.

Nestled in between Water Street, SE, M Street, SE, the railroad tracks and the river, motorized boat clubs and community boathouses have long dotted the shore, offering maritime connections in the District to the Anacostia River. This land which is currently owned by the National Park Service will be transferred to the District of Columbia this year.

Planning Process

This planning process will involve three tiers of public input. The first tier consists of direct stakeholders including existing boathouse users and affected DC and Federal offices. Our first goal is to create spaces appropriate for existing users. The second tier will involve neighboring stakeholders, who will help us to address uses on the land remaining after existing users have been accommodated. The third tier involves the general public.

Project Team

Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development

• Michael Durso, Project Manager

DC Office of Planning

• Melissa Bird, Ward 6 Neighborhood Planner

With Consultant Team:

• Hardie/TetraTech Industries
• Smith Group/JJR
• Bay Area Economics
• Gorove Slade Associates
• Justice & Sustainability Associates