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.
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District of Columbia Board of Barber and Cosmetology
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Monday, January 5, 2026
10 am – 12 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order-10 AM (Public Session)
- Attendance
- Comments from the Public – REMINDER: (Please submit your questions in advance to [email protected]; 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 – December 1, 2025
- Correspondence
- Board Committees
- Old Business
- New Business
- Recommendations/Actions
- Adjourn – Next Scheduled Meeting on February 2, 2026 at 10 AM via Zoom.
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District of Columbia Board of Funeral Directors
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Thursday, January 8, 2026
1 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order 1:00 PM
- Members Present
- Staff Present
- Comments from the Public
- Approval of Minutes from November 6, 2025
- 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 reports.
- Recommendations
- Adjourn – Next Scheduled Meeting – February 5, 2026 via Zoom (Virtual)
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District of Columbia Real Estate Commission
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
10 AM - 12 PM
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order 10:00 AM
- Attendance (Start of Public Session)
- Comments from the Public
- Minutes
- Recommendation – Education Committee Recommendations
- Budget Update
- Correspondence
- Old Business
9. New Business
10. Executive Session {Closed to the Public} – to consult with an attorney under 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.
11. Recommendations
A. Applications for Licensure
I. Administratively Approved Applications
II. Technical Applications
B. Legal Recommendations for Complaints and Legal Matters
12. Adjourn
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