DLCP's Small Business Resource Center (SBRC) staff will provide assistance with navigating through the regulatory process. Gaining in-depth knowledge of registering with corporations (i.e. Limited Liability Company, Corporations, Non-Profit, etc.) and with the basic steps of obtaining a business license. Assistance will also be provided with the following:
- Corporate Registration
- Business Licensing
*Q&A to follow presentation.
Registration Policies:
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
Disclaimer: The instructional sessions and seminars are provided as a service by DLCP for informational purposes only. Attending an instructional session or seminar does not guarantee that DLCP will issue you a license, corporate registration, permit, or certification.
Business Licensing, Corporate Registration, FR 500
Where Are You in Your Entrepreneurship Journey?
The Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection’s Business Resource Center is here to help you assess exactly where you are on the business success ladder.
During this in-person one-on-one technical assistance session, staff from the DLCP Business Resource Center (BRC) and the Department of Buildings (DOB) will provide individualized guidance to help you navigate the District’s regulatory requirements. You will gain in-depth support on topics such as:
Registering your business entity (e.g., Limited Liability Company, Corporation, Non-Profit, etc.)
Understanding the basic steps for obtaining a business license
Receiving guidance on building permits and certificates of occupancy
In addition, this session will also cover the latest laws, trends, and requirements related to short-term rental regulation in the District. You will receive personalized assistance on:
Understanding the regulatory process for securing a short-term rental license
Navigating the application process
Learning best practices for staying compliant with local laws to ensure a successful rental experience on any booking platform
This opportunity is designed for both aspiring and current business owners operating in the District of Columbia.
*Please bring a laptop*
Registration Policies:
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.
Disclaimer: The instructional sessions and seminars are provided as a service by DLCP for informational purposes only. Attending an instructional session or seminar does not guarantee that DLCP will issue you a license, corporate registration, permit, or certification.
Board of Combat Sports Commission Virtual Monthly Meeting - Wed, Feb 11
District of Columbia Combat Sports Commission
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12 PM -2 PM
Meeting Agenda
Call to Order 12:00 PM
Members Present
Staff Present
Comments from the Public
Approval of Minutes
Old Business
New Business
Motion – Executive Session, which is closed to the public, in order to consult with our attorneys to seek legal advice; to discuss disciplinary matters; and to deliberate upon decisions in adjudication actions and proceedings, as provided by D.C. Code § 2-575(b)(4)(A), § 2-575(b)(9), and § 2-575(b)(13). We will resume the public portion of the meeting at the conclusion of the executive session. Please stand by for our return if you are participating online.
Adjourn- Next Scheduled Meeting March 11th, 2026 via Zoom
This meeting is governed by the Open Meetings Act. Please address any questions or complaints arising under this meeting to the Office of Open Government at [email protected].