EO 14274
Restoring Common Sense to Federal Office Space Management
Government ReformEconomy & Trade
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Summary
This executive order revokes two previous orders that required federal agencies to prioritize locating offices in central business districts and historic properties in urban areas. The order directs the General Services Administration to update federal real estate regulations to allow agencies to select office space based on cost-effectiveness and mission requirements rather than location preferences.
Key Points
- 1Revokes Executive Order 12072 (1978) requiring federal facilities to prioritize central business districts in urban areas
- 2Revokes Executive Order 13006 (1996) encouraging location of federal facilities in historic properties and central cities
- 3Directs the General Services Administration to amend federal regulations governing federal office space management to reflect this policy change
- 4States the purpose is to enable agencies to select cost-effective facilities while maintaining service quality to the American people
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the executive order. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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