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Permits

All residents, private companies and government agencies must obtain approval from DC Water prior to performing any work that directly or indirectly...

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Developers/Homeowners Services

All residents, private companies and government agencies must obtain approval from DC Water prior to performing any work that directly or indirectly affects the public water and/or sewerage systems. The Permit Operations Department is the starting point for all of DC Water's permit services. Permit Operations can provide you with mapping of the existing water and sewer infrastructure and can answer many of your questions. If you have general permitting questions please call 202-646-8600.

We are located at

1385 Canal St SE
Washington, DC 20003
United States

Public Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 
8:30am - 4:00pm 
 

Upcoming Meeting

Board of Directors Meeting

April 24, 2023

Monday 9:00 AM

Announcement

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Piney Branch Parkway Temporary Closure and Relocation

DC Water has nearly completed construction site preparation for the Piney Branch Tunnel project, including tree removal, and installation of fences

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DC Water General Manager and CEO David Gadis recognizes Lily MacDonald during the May Board of Directors meeting.
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Customer Service Center Announcement

Payment Plan Incentive: provides a credit back of 50% of the last 3 payments made. Eligible participants are residential customers who have had an outstanding balance for 60 days or greater and with an outstanding balance of $500 or more.