The Department of Housing and Urban Development announced Wednesday that its headquarters will relocate from the crumbling Robert C. Weaver Federal Building in the District to a more modern space in Alexandria.
Federal and state officials said the move will save taxpayers hundreds of millions of dollars in deferred maintenance and over $56 million in annual operating costs at the outdated Weaver building, which the White House approved last month for expedited disposal.
“It is time to turn the page on the Weaver Building and relocate to a new headquarters that prioritizes the well-being of HUD employees and properly reflects the passion and excellence of our team,” said HUD Secretary Scott Turner. “There are serious concerns with the current state of HUD’s headquarters — from mold to asbestos and leaks to maintenance failures.”…