Section 10-A1709. FNS-1.2 CONSERVING AND ENHANCING COMMUNITY RESOURCES

 

1709.1Policy FNS-1.2.1: Watts Branch and Pope Branch

 

Conserve and improve Watts Branch and Pope Branch as safe, healthy natural resource areas. Undertake capital improvements to acquire land, improve trails, provide recreational features, and restore water quality and natural habitat. Promote District maintenance, enforcement, and community stewardship projects to keep the streambed and parklands clean, reduce crime and illegal dumping, and ensure that the parks remain resources that the whole community can enjoy. 1709.1

 

1709.2Policy FNS-1.2.2: Connecting To the River

 

Link the neighborhoods of Far Northeast and Southeast to the Anacostia River through trail, path, transit, and road improvements. Provide new amenities and facilities in the waterfront parks that meet the needs of Far Northeast and Southeast residents. 1709.2

 

1709.3   Policy FNS-1.2.3: Fort Dupont Park

 

Improve access to Fort Dupont Park by providing shared parking, bicycle and pedestrian access, and public transit service.  Expand outdoor recreational activities at the park to better meet community needs, and create opportunities for the expedited construction of a youth baseball academy and an expanded ice arena, which may include a multi-purpose field on the arena’s roof.

 

1709.4Policy FNS-1.2.4: Soil Erosion

 

Reduce soil erosion and stabilize slopes at Far Northeast and Southeast erosion “hot spots,” particularly the Skyland/Alabama Avenue area, Blaine Street NE (in Capitol View), O Street SE, and along Watts Branch and Pope Branch. 1709.4

 

1709.5Policy FNS-1.2.5: View Protection

 

Protect and enhance important views and vistas between Far Northeast/ Southeast and Central Washington, such as the vistas of the U.S. Capitol and Washington Monument from East Capitol Street. Such views are rare in the District and should be cherished and maintained. 1709.5

 

1709.6Policy FNS-1.2.6: Historic Resources

 

Protect and restore buildings and places of potential historic significance in Far Northeast and Southeast, including Woodlawn Cemetery, the Antioch Baptist Church, the Shrimp Boat Restaurant, the Strand Theater, the Pennsylvania Avenue Commercial District between Minnesota and Alabama Avenues, the Minnesota/Benning Commercial District, and the Deanwood and Burrville neighborhoods. 1709.6

 

1709.7Policy FNS-1.2.7: Health Care Facilities

 

Provide additional facilities to meet the mental and physical health needs of Far Northeast and Southeast residents, including primary care facilities, youth development centers, family counseling, drug abuse and alcohol treatment facilities. Such facilities are vital to reduce crime and promote positive youth development. Specific plans for new social service and health facilities should be developed through needs assessments, agency master plans, strategic plans, and the city’s public facility planning process. All plans should be prepared in collaboration with the community, with input from local ANCs and civic associations, residents and businesses, and local community development corporations and non-profit service providers. 1709.7

 

1709.8Policy FNS-1.2.8: Facilities for Children and Youth

 

Develop additional parks, recreation centers, playgrounds, and other facilities which meet the needs of children and youth in the Far Northeast/ Southeast community. The District must recognize that children are the future of Far Northeast/Southeast, and should have a positive and healthy environment in which to live, play, and grow. 1709.8

 

1709.9Policy FNS-1.2.9: Kingman and Heritage Islands

 

Retain Kingman and Heritage Islands as natural sanctuaries. Uses should be limited to an interpretive nature center, trails, public art, passive open space, and pedestrian accessways. 1709.9

 

1709.10Action FNS-1.2.A: Historic Surveys

 

Conduct historical surveys in Deanwood, Burrville and Randle Highlands (south of Pennsylvania Avenue SE). Based on the outcome, prepare nominations to the National Register, incorporating the community’s recommendations as part of the nomination process. 1709.10

 

1709.11Action FNS-1.2.B: Marvin Gaye Park

 

Implement the Plan for Marvin Gaye Park along Watts Branch, including restored habitat and natural features, trails and bridges, meadows and nature sanctuaries, and safety improvements for park visitors. 1709.11

 

1709.12Action FNS-1.2.C: Fort Dupont Park Improvements

 

In collaboration with the National Park Service, explore the feasibility of developing additional community-serving recreational facilities at Fort Dupont Park, including indoor swimming and tennis facilities, equestrian facilities, and an upgraded outdoor theater. 1709.12

 

authority

Pursuant to the District of Columbia Comprehensive Plan Act of 1984, effective April 10, 1984 (D.C. Law 5-76; D.C. Official Code § 1-306.01 et seq.), the Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital: District Elements of 2006, effective March 8, 2007 (10 DCMR A300 through A2520) (“Comprehensive Plan”).

source

Comprehensive Plan Amendment Act of 2006, effective March 8 , 2007 (D.C. Law 16-300) published at 54 DCR 924 (February 2, 2007); as amended by Comprehensive Plan Amendment Act of 2010, effective April 8, 2011 (D.C. Law 18-361) published at 58 DCR 908, 925 (February 4, 2011).

notation

The provisions of Title 10, Part A of the DCMR accessible through this web interface are codification of the District Elements of the Comprehensive Plan for the National Capital. As such, they do not represent the organic provisions adopted by the Council of the District of Columbia. The official version of the District Elements only appears as a hard copy volume of Title 10, Part A published pursuant to section 9a of the District of Columbia Comprehensive Plan Act of 1994, effective April 10, 1984 (D.C. Law 5-76; D.C. Official Code § 1 -301.66)) . In the event of any inconsistency between the provisions accessible through this site and the provisions contained in the published version of Title 10, Part A, the provisions contained in the published version govern. A copy of the published District Elements is available www.planning.dc.gov.