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Licensing Made Simple
DLCP’s Business One Stop Solution (BOSS) is a modern, unified platform that simplifies how businesses complete licensing and registration tasks across the District. Launching August 2026, the system will streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and give entrepreneurs a clearer, more efficient way to manage their interactions with the agency.
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.
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.
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.
Licensing Made Simple
DLCP’s Business One Stop Solution (BOSS) is a modern, unified platform that simplifies how businesses complete licensing and registration tasks across the District. Launching August 2026, the system will streamline processes, reduce redundancies, and give entrepreneurs a clearer, more efficient way to manage their interactions with the agency.
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August 19, 2026
CONTACT:
Jemeisha Lyde (DLCP PIO) – 202-880-6544; [email protected]
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Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture Virtual Monthly Meeting - Fri, Sep 11
District of Columbia Board of Architecture, Interior Design and Landscape Architecture
Notice of Virtual Public Meeting
Friday, September 11, 2026
Meeting Agenda
- Attendance 9:30 AM
- 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: Friday, October 9, 2026 via Zoom.
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Attendees Password: 091126
Webinar ID: 829 8693 0988
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For questions, concerns, or assistance with attending the meeting, please contact: Avis Pearson [email protected]
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].
Board of Barber and Cosmetology Virtual Monthly Meeting - Mon, Sep 14
District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Monday, September 14, 2026
10 am – 12 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order-10 AM
- Attendance
- Comments from the Public
- 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 – July 6, 2026
- Correspondence
- Board Committees
- Old Business
- New Business
- Recommendations/Actions
- Adjourn
- Next scheduled Board Meeting: October 5, 2026 at 10am via Zoom Teleconference.
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Webinar ID: 893 8166 3728
Passcode: 09142026
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For questions, concerns, or assistance with attending the meeting, please contact: Kimberly Troxler [email protected]
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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].
Board of Industrial Trades Virtual Monthly Meeting - Tue, Sep 15
District of Columbia Board of Industrial Trades
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
1 pm – 3 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order 1:00 p.m. (Public Session)
- 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).
- Adjourn
- Next Scheduled Meeting is December 15th, 2026 via Zoom.
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Webinar ID: 850 7090 2671
Attendees Password: 758433
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For questions, concerns, or assistance with attending the meeting, please contact: Chanda Kearney [email protected]
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].
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