The District of Columbia Should Assess Its Needs Before It Makes Major Acquisitions of Space
GGD-82-27
Published: Mar 02, 1982. Publicly Released: Mar 02, 1982.
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Highlights
In a GAO review of the District of Columbia's management of its owned and leased space, District employees knowledgeable about the District's space management were interviewed, and reports and studies relating to space management were analyzed.
Recommendations
Recommendations for Executive Action
| Agency Affected | Recommendation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | The Mayor of the District of Columbia should declare a moratorium on the acquisition of significant new leased or owned office, warehouse, and storage space until the District implements its space management reporting system, completes its comprehensive space utilization survey, and analyzes the survey results. |
Closed – Implemented
When we confirm what actions the agency has taken in response to this recommendation, we will provide updated information.
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Cost controlGovernment facility constructionLeasing policiesMunicipal governmentsOffice buildingsPublic schoolsReal property acquisitionRecordsState and local procurementLeased space