Description
The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking proposals to lease a house in Rock Creek Park, Washington D.C. The house, known as the Little House, is a brick one-and-a-half story, three-bedroom with one and a half baths, a living room, a full kitchen, and a garage. The property is located within a 100-year flood zone and has a small park area with benches and a gravel lot for shared parking. The NPS is looking for a lessee who can demonstrate financial capability, experience, and a commitment to sustainability. The lease term is negotiable but may not exceed 60 years. The minimum fair market value rent for the property is $6,500 per month ($78,000 annually).
• The property is being offered for lease on an "as-is" basis, with the lessee responsible for repair and maintenance.
• The lessee will be required to maintain general liability, boiler and machinery, property, worker’s compensation, and employer’s liability insurance.
• The lessee will be responsible for paying for all utilities used by the lessee and paying all taxes and assessments imposed by federal, state, or local agencies applicable to the leased property or to lessee activities.
• The lessee may not construct new buildings or structures on leased property except in limited circumstances.
• The lessee may not sublet a portion of the leased property or assign the lease without the written approval of the NPS.