Department of Housing and Community Development

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DHCD - M to F, 8:15 am to 4:45 pm; Resource Center - M to F, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm (Drop-off Only)

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1909 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20020
Phone: (202) 442-7200
TTY: 711
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Rent Registration Process Fact Sheet

Monday, Jan 26, 2026

The registration process was revised November 2025.

Rent Registration Process Fact Sheet (127.97 KB)

Information on Inclusionary Zoning

The Inclusionary Zoning program helps ensure that most new housing developments include a certain amount of affordable units.

Assistance with Home Buying

The Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) gives up to $202,000 in down payment and closing assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers.

Help With Finding Housing

The DHCD Housing Resource Center is among the resources that help residents find affordable homes in the District.

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Rent Registration Process Fact Sheet

Information on Inclusionary Zoning

Assistance with Home Buying

Help With Finding Housing