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In observance of Emancipation Day, DLCP will be closed on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. For immediate assistance, please refer to our list of online resources. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

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Customer Service Center Temporarily Relocating

We're Moving Up

Starting Monday, March 17, DLCP’s customer service center will be temporarily relocating frm the 2nd floor to the 6th floor of 1100 4th Street. Enjoy the same excellent service, now just a few floors higher

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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.

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DHCD’s RentRegistry

RentRegistry, a free online database that will contain details on rental units in the District, will launch soon to allow housing providers to upload specific property information.

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Join us on weekdays from 10 AM to 4 PM for a one-on-one consultation with an expert to explore your business questions, goals, and objectives.

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Talk to Us

Join us on weekdays from 10 AM to 4 PM for a one-on-one consultation with an expert to explore your business questions, goals, and objectives.

Stay Connected!

Stay informed about all DLCP updates and developments by connecting with us on social media.

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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.

File a Complaint

We're Moving Up

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DHCD’s RentRegistry

RentRegistry, a free online database that will contain details on rental units in the District, will launch soon to allow housing providers to upload specific property information.

Learn More

BizSpace

Vacant Property Dashboard for Approved Businesses Across Wards.

Small Business Resource Center

Access information about all the forms and requirements you need to start your business.

Live Chat

Chat with our support team to get answers to your questions.

Pay a Fine

Pay your fines 24/7 using our simple and easy online system.

Business Diagnostic Check - In Person Wednesday’s

Last Date:

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 -

10:00am to 2:00pm

Date: 3/5/2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (EST)

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Upcoming Events

Apr

Board of Barber and Cosmetology Virtual Monthly Meeting

Apr

Board of Real Estate Appraisers Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)

Apr

Webinar: Business Foundation Series: The Lean Business Plan

Featured News

02/14/2025 Modified District Government Services for Presidents Day

01/17/2025 Modified District Government Services for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

11/26/2024 Modified District Government Services for Thanksgiving

11/07/2024 Modified District Government Services for Veterans Day

10/10/2024 Modified District Government Services for Indigenous Peoples’ Day

03/31/2025 DLCP NEWS | March 2025

02/28/2025 DLCP NEWS | February 2025

01/31/2025 DLCP NEWS | January 2025

12/26/2024 DLCP NEWS | December 2024

11/29/2024 DLCP NEWS | November 2024

05/14/2024 Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Oversight Hearing

03/27/2023 Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection FY 2024 Budget Oversight Hearing Testimony

02/22/2023 Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection FY 2022 to FY2023 Performance Oversight Hearing Testimony

04/04/2025 ADVISORY: DLCP Public Advisory on Transparency in Vendor Pricing

08/24/2024 Regulatory Advisory: Beware of Potential Scam Involving Fake Mandatory Ownership Reporting Forms

07/22/2024 Regulatory Advisory: Adoption of the Architectural Licensure Amendment Notice of Final Rulemaking

06/25/2024 ADVISORY: Temporary Prohibition on Parking and Vending in Designated Areas

03/08/2024 ADVISORY: Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection Public Advisory Regarding Abandoned Property

DLCP NEWS | March 2025

ADVISORY: DLCP Public Advisory on Transparency in Vendor Pricing

For Immediate Release

Media Contact
Charles Basham III | Charles.Basham@dc.gov

Featured Homepage Events

Board of Barber and Cosmetology Virtual Monthly Meeting - Mon, Apr 14

District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology

Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Monday, April 14, 2025
10 am – 12 pm

Meeting Agenda

Call to Order (Public Session)
Attendance
Comments from the Public – REMINDER: (Please submit your questions in advance to kimberly.troxler@dc.gov; in the interest of time. Each public attendee will be allowed 2 minutes.)
Executive Session – (Closed to Public)-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).
Approval of Minutes – March 3, 2025
Correspondence
Board Committees
Old Business
New Business
Recommendations/Actions
Adjourn – Next Scheduled Meeting on Monday, May 5, 2025

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Call-in toll number (US/Canada)

Phone Dial-In: 301-715-8592

Webinar ID: 873 8155 4492

Passcode: 04142025

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 opengovoffice@dc.gov.

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Board of Real Estate Appraisers Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual) - Wed, Apr 23

District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Notice of an Supplemental Public Meeting (Virtual)

Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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 –May 21, 2025

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Web ID: 898 3718 2884

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 opengovoffice@dc.gov.

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Webinar: Business Foundation Series: The Lean Business Plan - Thu, Apr 24

Date: 4/24/2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (EDT)

Registration Deadline: 4/24/2025 8:00 AM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee

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Point of Contact: Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538

Program Format: Online Meeting (Live)
Training Topics: Business Plan, Other
Description:

A good business plan is a roadmap for the full-time business owner and, for those seeking capital, a clear and detailed tool to attract potential investors. The traditional business plan has given way to the “lean business plan” approach. This approach focuses on the most important points of the traditional business plan without extraneous information.
The Business Foundation Series: Lean Business Plan webinar will walk attendees through a lean business planning approach that can be used as an internal roadmap and a vehicle for attracting capital investment. Attendees should have completed the Business Foundation Series: Concept and Assessment session as a prerequisite and have a startup or existing business in place. Attendees are encouraged to get advisory assistance from a DCSBDC business counselor to develop the concept and the lean business plan.

Instructions:

NOTE: Following your registration you will receive logon instructions to register through WebEx before the webinar takes place.

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.

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Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

We're Moving Up

Report Vending Issues

DHCD’s RentRegistry

Talk to Us

Stay Connected!

Talk to Us

Stay Connected!

Report Vending Issues

We're Moving Up

DHCD’s RentRegistry

DLCP Feature Callout Blocks

BizSpace

Small Business Resource Center

Live Chat

Pay a Fine

Business Diagnostic Check - In Person Wednesday’s

Pages

Upcoming Events

Featured News

Featured Homepage Events

District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology

Meeting Agenda

Join Online

Other Ways to Join:

District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Notice of an Supplemental Public Meeting (Virtual)

Meeting Agenda

Join Online

Other Ways to Join:

Registration Policies:

DLCP Social Media Feed

Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

Welcome to the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection

We're Moving Up

Report Vending Issues

DHCD’s RentRegistry

Talk to Us

Stay Connected!

Talk to Us

Stay Connected!

Report Vending Issues

We're Moving Up

DHCD’s RentRegistry

DLCP Feature Callout Blocks

Pages

Upcoming Events

Featured News

Featured Homepage Events

District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology

Meeting Agenda

Other Ways to Join:

District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers Notice of an Supplemental Public Meeting (Virtual)

Meeting Agenda

Other Ways to Join:

Registration Policies:

DLCP Social Media Feed

District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Notice of an Supplemental Public Meeting (Virtual)