DLCP NEWS | Fall Edition 2024
Date Released:
Fri, 11/01/2024
Make an Impact!
Here’s your chance to lend your voice, expertise, and leadership to boards and programs that impact industries and protect the public. We’re looking for dedicated District residents to serve on DLCP's boards and commissions. Serving on a board is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to influence policy, uphold professional standards, and strengthen our community.
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.
CorpOnline Updates Live!
Exciting updates have transformed CorpOnline, making it easier than ever to register and manage business entities online. For more details on what has changed click the link below for FAQs.
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.
CorpOnline Updates Live!
Exciting updates have transformed CorpOnline, making it easier than ever to register and manage business entities online. For more details on what has changed click the link below for FAQs.
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.
Make an Impact!
Here’s your chance to lend your voice, expertise, and leadership to boards and programs that impact industries and protect the public. We’re looking for dedicated District residents to serve on DLCP's boards and commissions. Serving on a board is more than a role—it’s an opportunity to influence policy, uphold professional standards, and strengthen our community.
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Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture Monthly Meeting - Fri, Jan 16
District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture
Notice of Public Meeting
Friday, January 16, 2026
Meeting Agenda
- Attendance 9:30 AM
- Comments from the Public
- Review of Minutes (12/5/25)
- Review Administrative Approval of Applications
- Outreach
- Legislative Update
- Education
- Sub Committee Update-Institute of Justice Recommendations for Interior Designers
- Old Business
- New Business
11. Review if Correspondence
12. Motion - Executive Session (Closed to the Public) Pursuant D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b) (4) (A); D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b) (9) and (13) to discuss complaints/legal matters, applications, and legal counsel report.
13. Recommendations
14. Adjourn-
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Board of Accountancy Virtual Monthly Meeting - Fri, Jan 16
District of Columbia Board of Accountancy
Notice of Public Meeting
Friday, January 16, 2026
10:30 AM
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order - 10:30 AM
- Attendance
- Comments from the Public
- Review Meeting Minutes
- Legislative/Rulemaking
- Review of Correspondence
- Applications for Licensure
- Old Business
- New Business
- Motion – Executive Session (Closed to the Public) to consult with an attorney pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b)(4)(A); D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b)(9) to discuss complaints/legal matters, applications, and legal counsel report.
- Adjourn- Next scheduled meeting Friday, March 6, 2026
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Board of Real Estate Appraisers Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual) - Wed, Jan 21
District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
10 AM - 12 PM
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order – 10:00 a.m.
- Attendance
- Comments from the Public
- Approval of Meeting Minutes
- Recommendations- Education Committee Report
- Correspondence
- Old Business
- New Business
- Motion – Executive Session (Closed to the Public) to consult with an attorney pursuant to D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b)(4)(A); D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b)(9) to discuss complaints/legal matters, applications, and legal counsel report.
- Recommendations
A. Applications.
B. Legal recommendations for complaints and legal matters
11. Adjourn – Next Scheduled Meeting –Wednesday, February 18, 2026
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