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District of Columbia Lease renewal / non-renewal notice

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

Does a landlord have to give notice before not renewing a lease in District of Columbia?

A tenant can't be evicted just because the lease or rental agreement has expired, as long as they keep paying the rent the housing provider is entitled to. Any eviction for a reason other than nonpayment needs a written notice to vacate that meets the statute's requirements.

Verified Source: D.C. Code § 42-3505.01(a) · last checked 2026-10-15

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