New HQ Building Marks Start of New Era for HUD

WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development has announced the relocation of its headquarters from the Robert C. Weaver Federal Building, ending an era of costly repairs and health hazards.

The move to 2415 Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria, Va. is expected to unlock several hundred million dollars in taxpayer savings, address serious health and safety threats, enhance the Department's work culture, and present an opportunity for greater collaboration and service to the American people.

For decades, the Robert C. Weaver Building has been plagued by severe long-term infrastructure, safety, health, and operational challenges. The General Services Administration said It has deteriorated well beyond the point of cost-effective repair, creating significant financial obligations for the federal government if occupancy is maintained.

Building conditions and financial liabilities for the Robert C. Weaver Building include outdated core infrastructure, ongoing structural issues, environmental and health risks, safety failures, and security and compliance deficiencies. The building would require nearly half a billion dollars over the next four years to meet minimum federal standards.

“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 including health hazards, leaks, and structural and maintenance failures. Many of these risks will needlessly and irresponsibly continue to absorb taxpayer dollars.

“Relocating is about more than just changing buildings; it’s about a mission-minded shift that we hope will inspire every employee. Under President Trump’s leadership, we are advancing this vision and instituting a new American Golden Age.”

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin said his state is a “great place to be headquartered, and we are excited to welcome the Department of Housing and Urban Development and their over 2,700 headquarters-based employees to the best state in America to live, work, and raise a family.”

Virginia already  is the proud home to many public and private sector headquarters.

“The decision to relocate HUD’s headquarters is a move that reflects our commitment to fiscal responsibility and mission effectiveness,” said Michael Peters, Commissioner of GSA’s Public Buildings Service. “The Robert C. Weaver Federal Building requires hundreds of millions in long-term repairs and this move will ensure they quickly have access to a modern work environment that fits their needs.”

The Robert C. Weaver building is owned by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA). In April 2025, HUD and the GSA announced the addition of HUD headquarters to the accelerated disposition list.

Following this announcement, HUD will implement a staggered employee relocation plan, in coordination with the GSA. This relocation will save American taxpayers hundreds of millions in deferred maintenance and modernization needs and more than $22 million in yearly operations expenditures of the Robert C. Weaver Federal Building.

For more, go to hud.gov.