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Workshop on Understanding Rent Increase Rules in DC

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The District's rent control law sets limits on the amount and frequency of rent increases and gives tenants the right to challenge them. But housing providers and tenants first need to know how the law operates. This workshop offered by DHCD's Rental Accommodations Division (RAD) will help housing providers, as well as prospective and current tenants, understand these issues, and provide an opportunity to get their questions answered.

Notice of Public Hearing 1642 - 1648 V Street SE

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Pursuant to the requirements of D.C. Official Code Section 42-3171.03, the District of Columbia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has scheduled a public hearing to consider the proposed disposition of the property at 1642 - 1648 V Street SE. The public hearing is being conducted to ensure that citizens are informed about the selling of the property identified and to ensure that all citizens have the opportunity to present publicly their views concerning such sale.

Notice of Public Hearing 4906 Jay Street, NE

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Notice is hereby given that, pursuant to the requirements of D.C. Official Code Section 42-3171.03 (a)(1), the District of Columbia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has scheduled a public hearing to consider the proposed disposition of the property at 4906 Jay Street, NE. The public hearing is conducted to ensure that all citizens are informed about the selling of the property to the named buyer and have the opportunity to publicly present their views concerning the sale.

Comment Period Briefing on Inclusionary Zoning Regulations

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Emergency and Proposed Inclusionary Zoning (IZ) Implementation Regulations were published on September 1 in the DC Register. DHCD will hold a briefing where agency representatives will summarize the proposed changes to the regulations and be available to answer questions.

Please register on Eventbrite: http://tinyurl.com/DCIZRulesBriefing

Housing Provider Stakeholder Meeting

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Managing your duties as a housing provider can be a big responsibility, but DHCD's Housing Regulation Administration (HRA) is here to help!. Realtors, property managers and small landlords can register for a unique opportunity to discuss with HRA representatives how HRA can best meet your needs as housing providers.

Key topics include:

  • Rental Conversion and sale
  • Rent control
  • Inclusionary zoning and affordable dwelling units
  • Housing resources

Tenant Stakeholder Meeting

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Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a tenant can be challenging, particularly when you have to decipher various rules and regulations. DHCD's Housing Regulation Administration (HRA) is here to help! Register for a unique opportunity to discuss with HRA representatives how HRA can best meet your housing needs as a tenant.:

Key Topics include:

  • Housing Programs
  • Rent control
  • Inclusionary zoning
  • Housing resources

Colleen Green, Director

Colleen Green was appointed Director of the DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) on January 3, 2023. 

Prior to her appointment, Ms. Green was the Vice President of Business Development and Strategic Initiatives at CORE DC and Managing Partner for Ashleys Builders.

DHCD Celebrates Multi-million Investment to Preserve Affordable Units in Ward 1

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(WASHINGTON, DC) – Polly Donaldson, Director of the DC Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), recently joined over 100 community and financial partners to celebrate public and private sector investments that will be used to rehabilitate 64 units of affordable housing at the Maycroft Apartments, 1474 Columbia Road NW, in Ward 1.

TOPA for Realtors

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Landlords and realtors should know about the District’s Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act (TOPA) if they decide to sell a property.

Key topics include:

  • Tenant purchase rights
  • Offers of sale
  • Tenant deadlines
  • Notice of transfer
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