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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This two part workshop will explore the latest laws, trends, and requirements surrounding the regulation of short-term rentals. These workshops are intended to give you a basic understanding of the regulatory processes used to obtain a license. In addition, we will also touch on how to successfully navigate the application process and provide tips on how to stay in compliance with local laws to have a successful rental experience on any booking platform.
Business Licensing, Business Start-up/Preplanning, FR 500
The General Business Bootcamp comprises two complimentary sessions aimed at providing comprehensive training on the regulatory procedures administered by the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection, and it's entirely free of charge.
During the initial session, participants will receive a broad introduction to the regulatory processes. Upon returning for the second session, attendees are required to possess:
- Corporate Registration/Trade Name Registration (Not Applicable) for LLCs or Sole Proprietors.
- Registration with the Internal Revenue Service and DC Tax and Revenue, including an EIN, FR500, and Clean Hands Certification.
The second session will delve into the specifics of applying for a General Business License. By the conclusion of this dual-part training, attendees who have submitted the requisite documentation and paid the applicable fees to obtain their General Business License.
Attendance at both sessions is mandatory. The first session will focus on imparting information, while the second session will concentrate on processing (attendees should bring all necessary documents and ensure fees are paid).
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.
During this virtual workshop you will learn how to start a non-profit business (corporate registration, licensing, and tax registration) and also learn how to apply for grants available for non-profit organizations.
Following your registration you will receive an email from our office the day before and or the day of to register through WebEx to attend the webinar.
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.
You have a great idea for your new business and desire a simple yet effective process and method to go from an idea to an actual document. Creating a detailed, traditional business plan can be daunting, requiring extensive time, money, and effort. The good news is that there is a step after concept and assessment and not as intensive as the business plan: The Business Model Canvas. During The Business Model Canvas webinar, you will learn an effective process for moving your business idea from that idea to an actual document. The Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a way of describing your business idea into nine distinct fundamental business components using a visual process on one page. Consider this step as the organization and documentation towards developing a solid business planning foundation. This BMC session is targeted to micro and part-time small businesses. Doing this on your own takes an effort; as such, attendees are encouraged to get advisory assistance from a DCSBDC business counselor to work with you to develop your BMC.
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.
