Board of Accountancy Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Board of Accountancy
Notice of Public Meeting
Friday, September 4, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Licensing Made Simple
DLCP’s Business One Stop Solution (BOSS) is a modern, unified platform that simplifies how businesses complete licensing and registration tasks across the District. Launching August 2026, the system will streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and give entrepreneurs a clearer, more efficient way to manage their interactions with the agency.
The Best Act is Live!
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) is excited to announce the implementation of the Business and Entrepreneurship Support to Thrive (BEST) Act—a major step forward in simplifying and modernizing how businesses are licensed in the District of Columbia.
Book An Appointment!
DLCP now offers an appointment scheduling system, making it easy to plan ahead and skip long waits.
Appointments are available for services including Business Licensing, Corporations, Occupational and Professional Licensing, Short Term Rental, Vending (by appointment only), Special Events, Weights and Measures, and Civil Infractions.
Report Vending Issues
If you’ve had an issue with a vendor in the District, please file a complaint here. Your feedback helps improve service and prevent future problems.
The Best Act is Live!
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection (DLCP) is excited to announce the implementation of the Business and Entrepreneurship Support to Thrive (BEST) Act—a major step forward in simplifying and modernizing how businesses are licensed in the District of Columbia.
Report Vending Issues
If you’ve had an issue with a vendor in the District, please file a complaint here. Your feedback helps improve service and prevent future problems.
Book An Appointment!
DLCP now offers an appointment scheduling system, making it easy to plan ahead and skip long waits.
Appointments are available for services including Business Licensing, Corporations, Occupational and Professional Licensing, Short Term Rental, Vending (by appointment only), Special Events, Weights and Measures, and Civil Infractions.
Licensing Made Simple
DLCP’s Business One Stop Solution (BOSS) is a modern, unified platform that simplifies how businesses complete licensing and registration tasks across the District. Launching August 2026, the system will streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and give entrepreneurs a clearer, more efficient way to manage their interactions with the agency.
Upcoming Events
There are no events at this time.
Board of Real Estate Commission Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Real Estate Commission
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
10 AM - 12 PM
Board of Professional Engineers Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Thursday, September 24, 2026
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture
Notice of Virtual Public Meeting
Friday, September 11, 2026
Board of Funeral Directors Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Board of Funeral Directors
OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSING DIVISION
1100 4th Street SW, Room E300
Washington, DC 20024
Meeting Agenda
Board of Industrial Trades Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
1 pm – 3 pm
Board of Real Estate Appraisers Virtual Monthly Meeting
District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Virtual Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
10 AM - 12 PM
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: DLCP Public Advisory Transparency on Business Licensing Reform and Accountancy Practice Emergency
Date Released:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
August 19, 2026
CONTACT:
Jemeisha Lyde (DLCP PIO) – 202-880-6544; [email protected]
Back‑to‑School Consumer Advisory
Date Released:
Know Your Rights: Tips for Safe Back-to-School Renting
The District is home to several colleges and universities, and each year thousands of students choose Washington, DC as the place to continue their education. However, back-to-school season is the time of the year to pay closer attention to rental scams and counterfeit apartment listings.
DLCP News | BOSS Bulletin
Date Released:
Featured News
DLCP Feature Callout Blocks BizSpaceVacant Property Dashboard for Approved Businesses Across Wards.  Small Business Resource CenterAccess information about all the forms and requirements you need to start your business.  Live ChatChat with our support team to get answers to your questions.  Pay a FinePay your fines 24/7 using our simple and easy online system. |