District of Columbia Rental licensing / registration

Do landlords need a rental license or registration in District of Columbia?

Housing providers must file a rental registration statement (or claim of exemption) with the Rent Administrator within 30 days of becoming a housing provider. Statute text: "(2) A person who becomes a housing provider of a housing accommodation 90 days or more after completion of the publicly accessible rent control housing database created pursuant to § 42-3502.03c , shall file a registration statement and, if applicable, claim of exemption, within 30 days after becoming a housing provider." (D.C. Code § 42–3502.05(f)).

Verified Source: D.C. Code § 42–3502.05(f) · last checked 2026-10-16