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Redevelopment at the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus
National Capital Regional Office » Redevelopment at the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus
When Congress enacted the D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, Pub. L. 118-274, it authorized transfer of jurisdiction of the Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus (Reservation 343F per S.O. 25-01723, Transfer Property) to the District of Columbia, and it authorized commercial and residential development of the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus (in addition to other existing, approved uses, including Stadium purposes, open space, and public outdoor opportunities).
The transfer of administrative jurisdiction of the Transfer Property was made subject to a Declaration of Covenants (recorded on February 5, 2025 in the land records of the District of Columbia [Instrument No. 2025012660]), which provides that the 'Transfer Property shall not be used for commercial or residential uses until such time as the required planning for commercial and residential uses has been undertaken by the District and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and National Historic Preservation Act] has been completed.'
The existing stadium is currently being demolished by the District, which the National Park Service authorized on November 26, 2024, following review pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act.
Purpose and Need for the Proposed Action
The purpose of the Project is to revitalize the existing RFK Memorial Stadium Campus area and proximate Anacostia River waterfront into a vibrant, mixed-use development that welcomes residents and visitors, offering a variety of parks, new neighborhoods, and civic amenities, filling in an essential missing piece in the unique landscape of the Anacostia River and the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus consistent with the D.C. Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, Pub. L. 118-274. In that Act, Congress authorized commercial and residential development at the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus to aid in revitalizing this area.
The Project would establish distinct 'places that are active not only during event days at the new state-of-the-art pro-sports stadium (which will host sporting, entertainment, cultural, and civic events) but rather active and vibrant on all days of the year. To support these new neighborhoods, the Project would improve and extend the existing street network, transit services, and related utilities, connecting the new commercial and residential development to the Anacostia River waterfront consistent with the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative. The Anacostia Waterfront Initiative was established March 22, 2000, when 19 federal and District agencies committed themselves to the unprecedented effort of restoring the Anacostia River, its waterfronts and adjoining communities and parks.
The Project is needed to implement the D.C. Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, Pub. L. 118-274, and the vision of the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative, at this section of the Anacostia Riverfront, by developing new mixed-income neighborhoods, aiding in environmental restoration, enhancing transportation infrastructure, creating additional public access, connecting commercial and residential areas with new parks and open space, and creating cultural destinations.
The National Park Service is not taking any action of its own, but will sign the NEPA decision document along with the District, as provided in the Declaration of Covenants, and accordingly the National Park Service and the District are joint lead agencies.
Associate Regional Director - Lands and Planning
tammy_stidham@nps.gov
The transfer of administrative jurisdiction of the Transfer Property was made subject to a Declaration of Covenants (recorded on February 5, 2025 in the land records of the District of Columbia [Instrument No. 2025012660]), which provides that the 'Transfer Property shall not be used for commercial or residential uses until such time as the required planning for commercial and residential uses has been undertaken by the District and compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and National Historic Preservation Act] has been completed.'
The existing stadium is currently being demolished by the District, which the National Park Service authorized on November 26, 2024, following review pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act.
Purpose and Need for the Proposed Action
The purpose of the Project is to revitalize the existing RFK Memorial Stadium Campus area and proximate Anacostia River waterfront into a vibrant, mixed-use development that welcomes residents and visitors, offering a variety of parks, new neighborhoods, and civic amenities, filling in an essential missing piece in the unique landscape of the Anacostia River and the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus consistent with the D.C. Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, Pub. L. 118-274. In that Act, Congress authorized commercial and residential development at the RFK Memorial Stadium Campus to aid in revitalizing this area.
The Project would establish distinct 'places that are active not only during event days at the new state-of-the-art pro-sports stadium (which will host sporting, entertainment, cultural, and civic events) but rather active and vibrant on all days of the year. To support these new neighborhoods, the Project would improve and extend the existing street network, transit services, and related utilities, connecting the new commercial and residential development to the Anacostia River waterfront consistent with the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative. The Anacostia Waterfront Initiative was established March 22, 2000, when 19 federal and District agencies committed themselves to the unprecedented effort of restoring the Anacostia River, its waterfronts and adjoining communities and parks.
The Project is needed to implement the D.C. Robert F Kennedy Memorial Stadium Campus Revitalization Act, Pub. L. 118-274, and the vision of the Anacostia Waterfront Initiative, at this section of the Anacostia Riverfront, by developing new mixed-income neighborhoods, aiding in environmental restoration, enhancing transportation infrastructure, creating additional public access, connecting commercial and residential areas with new parks and open space, and creating cultural destinations.
The National Park Service is not taking any action of its own, but will sign the NEPA decision document along with the District, as provided in the Declaration of Covenants, and accordingly the National Park Service and the District are joint lead agencies.
Contact Information
Tammy StidhamAssociate Regional Director - Lands and Planning
tammy_stidham@nps.gov