GWHCC Exchange (Sponsored by Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce)
Exchange thoughts, ideas and business cards at this power networking event. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks provided.
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GWHCC Academy: Employment Rights Series (Sponsored by Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce)
Learn about your rights as a DC worker under the Minimum Wage Act at this GWHCC Academy workshop.
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The Creative Entrepreneur's Gallery
The Creative Entrepreneur's gallery opens yet another show from a local artist. Jamie Isaac, otherwise known as Jaine, is a entrepreneur with years of experience in sales and design. Her show, 'Color Struck', is a tour through her brilliant mind. Come by for drinks and fun! This event is FREE! Mr.Bake, and other guests, will be vending!
Foundation for a Fair Future, Fair Housing Act at 50
The 50th anniversary of the Federal Fair Housing Act—enacted on April 11, 1968—is being celebrated across the country. On April 30, several District Government agencies will mark the end of the city’s month-long festivities during the 17th Annual DC Fair Housing Symposium.
Rental Housing Commission Notice of Scheduled Meeting
The DC Department of Housing and Community Development, Rental Housing Commission (“Commission”) has scheduled a meeting for Thursday, May 3, 2018, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., in the Commission’s hearing room at 441 4th Street, Suite 1140B-North NW, Washington, DC 20001. The Commission will vote to adopt draft decision and order. See notice below.
Two DHCD Sites to Transform into 28 Affordable Housing Units in Wards 1 and 5
Date Released:
Washington, DC) – The DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) announced that 28 affordable housing units—most of which will be family-sized—will be coming to Wards 1 and 5 as the result of the disposition of District-owned properties.
HPTF Financing Will Produce and Preserve Affordable Housing for Over 170 Residents in Wards 5 and 7
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(WASHINGTON, DC) – The DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) recently closed on loan agreements totaling $9.2 million that will produce or preserve 94 units of affordable housing—expected to house over 170 residents in Wards 5 and 7. The financing was provided through the Housing Production Trust Fund (HPTF).
Nuts and Bolts of Registration & Conversion Rules
Specific rules must be followed when constructing a new residential condominium or cooperative building or converting an existing structure into one.
This session is designed to help housing providers and realtors understand the paperwork involved, including the rights of tenants who live in existing buildings, important steps to meeting registration requirements in a timely and legal manner.
Rental Housing Commission Notice of Scheduled Public Hearing
The DC Department of Housing and Community Development, Rental Housing Commission will hear the appeal in RH-TP-15-30,700, Bourgeois v. Castillo, Jr., on Thursday April 26, 2018, 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The hearing will be held at the Rental Housing Commission located at 441 4th Street, Suite 1140B-North NW, Washington, DC 20001. See notice below.
GWHCC Academy: How to Open Your Own Business in DC
Join GWHCC and the Mayor's Office on Latino Affairs for a free workshop conducted by the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs on how to start a business in DC. Learn about business licensing, Certificates of Occupancy, vending and more!
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