How B 26-0538 changes current law

Compared against the D.C. Code as published AI-generated reading aid — verify against the official bill.

The bill exempts certain District-built recreation centers in Ward 8 from net zero energy compliance standards while imposing a minimum LEED Silver requirement for indoor pools.

• D.C. Official Code § 6-1451.02(a)(2)(D)

  Maintain net zero energy compliance unless: → Maintain net zero energy compliance unless:(i) The project is for the installation of temporary structures;(ii) The project is for an indoor pool at a recreation center in Ward 8 and such indoor pool shall be built to at least LEED Silver standards as determined by the Department of Buildings; or(iii) The project is for a recreation center in Ward 8 with an indoor gym.

  The amendment creates exceptions to the net zero energy compliance for specific recreation center projects in Ward 8.