Zach Epstein
Candidate for Advisory Neighborhood Commissioner, ANC 2B, SMD 2B02
Background
- Campaign website
- zachfor2b02.com
A Dupont Circle resident since 2021, he has worked in campaign organizing, youth-focused research, and software development for the House of Representatives. He volunteers with Miriam's Kitchen, which serves people experiencing homelessness.
Photo: Zach Epstein for 2B02
Documented positions
Housing
Supports more homes in Dupont to keep it affordable
ReportMy Top Priorities — Zach for 2B02Campaign website · Zach Epstein for 2B02 · zachfor2b02.com
“Support more homes in Dupont to keep our neighborhood affordable and welcoming to all.”
Proposes housing above single-story businesses and parking lots
ReportGreater Greater Washington 2026 ANC voter guide: questionnaire responses (data file)Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · greater-greater-washington.github.io
“There are single-floor businesses in my SMD, and I think building housing on top of them is a great place to start.”
GGWash 2026 ANC candidate questionnaire: Zach Epstein (SMD 2B02)Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · Q23 · ggwash.org
Roads & infrastructure
Proposes a four-way stop at 22nd and O streets
ReportGreater Greater Washington 2026 ANC voter guide: questionnaire responses (data file)Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · greater-greater-washington.github.io
“I would create a resolution to turn the intersection at 22nd and O street from a two-way stop into a 4-way stop.”
My Top Priorities — Zach for 2B02Campaign website · Zach Epstein for 2B02 · zachfor2b02.com
“replacing the 2-way stop at 22nd and O with a 4-way stop would allow for smoother and safer pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle traffic.”
GGWash 2026 ANC candidate questionnaire: Zach Epstein (SMD 2B02)Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · Q32 · ggwash.org
Supports removing parking lanes for protected bike lanes
He also supports dedicated bus lanes and downtown road pricing, and said he would introduce a resolution supporting protected bike lanes in his ANC.
ReportGreater Greater Washington 2026 ANC voter guide: questionnaire responses (data file)Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · greater-greater-washington.github.io
“Yes, I support removing parking and travel lanes to build protected bike lanes”
GGWash 2026 ANC candidate questionnaire: Zach Epstein (SMD 2B02)Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · Q28 · ggwash.org
Government & transparency
Pledges a monthly newsletter and regular neighborhood meetups
ReportMy Top Priorities — Zach for 2B02Campaign website · Zach Epstein for 2B02 · zachfor2b02.com
“Keep neighbors informed with a monthly newsletter and regular Dupont meetups.”
Other issues in this race
Other candidates in this race addressed these topics. We found no documented position from Zach Epstein on them.
- Economy & jobsNo documented position found.
All sources (6)
- Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC) Candidates in Ballot Order, November 3, 2026 General Election
Election filing · District of Columbia Board of Elections · dcboe.org
- 2026 General Election: certified sample ballots and candidate lists (all wards and ANCs)
Election filing · District of Columbia Board of Elections · dcboe.org
- Meet Zach — Zach for 2B02
Campaign website · Zach Epstein for 2B02 · zachfor2b02.com
- Greater Greater Washington 2026 ANC voter guide: questionnaire responses (data file)
Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · greater-greater-washington.github.io
- My Top Priorities — Zach for 2B02
Campaign website · Zach Epstein for 2B02 · zachfor2b02.com
- GGWash 2026 ANC candidate questionnaire: Zach Epstein (SMD 2B02)
Candidate questionnaire · Greater Greater Washington · ggwash.org
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