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  As part of our efforts to enhance the performance and security of our online systems, Access DC, the Permit Wizard, Scout, and eRecords will be unavailable due to scheduled maintenance beginning at 7 pm on Friday, June 16, 2023 through 8 am Monday, June 19, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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  Introducing Pop-Up Permits (PUPs)

  

  PUPs are our new pilot program for customers to get a streamlined Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) for temporary use of a building for up to one (1) year
  all without going through the traditional permitting process to maximize the time the space can operate.