ANC 2E Meeting Report: Drag Racing, Hilltop Campus Plan, Kyojin Sushi
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Advisory Neighborhood Commission 2E held its “September” meeting on Monday, Aug. 31. The following report summarizes what was discussed.
Public Safety
The Metropolitan Police Department’s Lt. Danielle Vitatoe reported a significant increase in robberies and burglaries in the Georgetown area, noting that many robberies involve the theft of personal items and e-bikes. Regarding residential burglaries, Cmdr. Christopher Dorsey noted that many incidents occurred due to unlocked doors, particularly in student housing.
Residents expressed concern over an individual living in a white Mitsubishi; Vitatoe clarified that police require direct witnesses to confirm public urination or indecent exposure before intervention.
Reports of drag racing on K Street have shifted to the Whitehurst Freeway. Commissioner Mimsy Lindner requested that residents call 911 when these events occur so officers can identify vehicles.
Discussion occurred regarding high-end vehicle thefts involving electronic security bypasses.
Community Updates
Jimika Williams from Mayor Muriel Bowser’s office announced several upcoming events, including the Sept. 12 DC Bike Ride and a construction kickoff for the new Commanders Stadium.
A representative from the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection will attend a future meeting to address concerns about short-term rentals; Commissioner Gwen Lohse suggested coordinating specific questions in advance.
Council Updates
Brian Romanowski from Council member Brooke Pinto’s office discussed legislative recess, local school renovations and the Georgetown DMV closure due to flooding.
Interim Department of Transportation representative Christian Piñeiro addressed issues with long-term “no parking” signs used by contractors; he committed to reviewing coordination with the operations team to ensure signs are posted no later than 72 hours before work begins.
Zoning Decisions
The commission reviewed several applications involving land use and institutional modifications.
Georgetown University Campus Plan: The commission supported modifications to the Hilltop Campus Plan, allowing a 1.5-percent increase in undergraduate enrollment and a phased increase in medical school enrollment. A new condition was added: if off-campus undergraduate housing exceeds 970 students, the enrollment cap will be reduced.
Residential Zoning: The commission approved a special exception for a resident’s home addition involving minor lot occupancy and setback increases.
Liquor Licenses: The commission decided not to protest Kyojin Sushi’s expansion into an adjacent unit in Cady’s Alley as it does not change usage or hours. However, it voted to protest a substantial change application for a wine club/restaurant due to concerns regarding potential rooftop decks and noise disruptions.
University Relations
Georgetown University student conduct and neighborhood impact were the primary focus of the discussion.
An attendee expressed significant frustration regarding a past incident involving a student whose behavior caused health issues for neighbors, specifically regarding secondhand smoke. The speaker argued that GU must provide written assurances and follow its own code of student conduct to prevent future occurrences.
Adrea Turner, GU vice president for government relations and community engagement, stated that marijuana use is prohibited in the student code of conduct and that the university is upgrading its tracking and communication processes through the Office of Neighborhood Life.
An attendee questioned why previous incidents were not handled more effectively. Turner noted that FERPA privacy laws prevent discussing specific student cases.
The commission ultimately voted in favor of the application, but noted that the university should continue collaborative efforts to address community concerns, including providing timelines for parking enforcement and new housing programs.
Permit Reviews
The commission reviewed a permit application for a dormer expansion at 1689 34th St. NW. The architect presented plans for a dormer expansion featuring snow guards and a three-inch copper gutter designed to manage rainwater runoff.
Two concerns were raised: the lack of clear documentation on how runoff will be retained within the existing drainage system and privacy issues resulting from an increase in windows from one to three, which creates sightlines into an adjacent child’s bedroom.
The commission passed a resolution taking no position on the permit but encouraging the Old Georgetown Board to ensure that drawings clearly show the drainage path and to consider window configurations that lessen privacy impacts.
Project Updates
Updates were provided on several upcoming agenda items. The 30th Street project was removed from the upcoming agenda because the applicant failed to complete six required items requested by OGB in June.
