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In observance of Indigenous Peoples Day, DLCP will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025. For immediate assistance, please refer to our list of online resources. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. 

The Occupational Professional Licensing Administration (OPLA) application system will be temporarily unavailable on Saturday, October 11, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Consumer Alerts
Consumer Alerts
Business Licensing
Business Licensing
Corporate Registration
Corporate Registration
Consumer Protection
Consumer Protection
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Special Events
Special Events
Short-Term Rental
Short-Term Rental
Vending
Vending
File a Complaint/Report a Business Occupational and Professional Licensing Complaint Form File a Complaint to the Office of Weights and Measures Submit A Vending Complaint

Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Consumer Alerts
Consumer Alerts
Business Licensing
Business Licensing
Corporate Registration
Corporate Registration
Consumer Protection
Consumer Protection
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Professional Licensing (OPL)
Special Events
Special Events
Short-Term Rental
Short-Term Rental
Vending
Vending
File a Complaint/Report a Business Occupational and Professional Licensing Complaint Form File a Complaint to the Office of Weights and Measures Submit A Vending Complaint

Business Diagnostic Check - In Person Wednesday’s

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Details: 

 3/5/2025
 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EST)

 3/5/2025 8:00 AM (EST)
 No Fee

 Tamika Wood (202) 442-4538
 Sycamore and Oak located at 1110 Oak Dr SE, Washington DC 20032


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 session, the DLCP Business Resource Center (BRC) and the Department of Buildings (DOB) staff will provide one-on-one assistance in navigating the regulatory process. You will gain in-depth knowledge about registering with corporations (e.g., Limited Liability Company, Corporations, Non-Profits, etc.) and the basic steps for obtaining a business license the basic steps for obtaining a business license, as well as building permit/certificate of occupancy guidance. This opportunity is designed for both future and current business owners looking to operate in the District of Columbia.