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.
Spring and summer are the perfect seasons for home improvement projects, and the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection’s (DLCP) Consumer Protection Unit (CPU) wants to make sure your project is completed without a sweat by ensuring you hire licensed contractors and vendors.
Making improvements to your property’s appearance and functionality can improve its value. However, trusting the wrong contractor or vendor can cause significant damage to your property and cost you thousands of dollars in repairs.
Spring and summer are the perfect seasons for home improvement projects, and the Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection’s (DLCP) Consumer Protection Unit (CPU) wants to make sure your project is completed without a sweat by ensuring you hire licensed contractors and vendors.
Featured Homepage Events
Board of Real Estate Appraisers Virtual Monthly Meeting - Wed, Jun 17
District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers Virtual Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, June 17, 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, July 15, 2026
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].
Online Meeting (Live) Business Financing, Franchising
Are you an entrepreneur and run a profitable business? Do you want to grow a national footprint? Have you ever thought about turning your business into a franchise?
This is a 2-part masterclass series.
In the 1st part of the masterclass, you will learn:
· Why the franchise business model continues to be the most proven and robust growth strategy in the world
· Why so many entrepreneurs choose to franchise their business
· The reasons for and benefits of franchising your business
Facilitator
Faizun Kamal, CEO, The Franchise Pros
Faizun Kamal is a nationally renowned public speaker, best-selling author and sought-after franchise coach. Her best-selling book, “The Right Franchise for You: Escape the 9 to 5, Generate Wealth, & Live Life on Your Terms”, is the guide that thousands of clients have used to find their “perfect fit” franchise. She also works with entrepreneurs to turn their existing business into the next iconic American franchise.
Following your sign up, you will receive an email with registration and logon instructions for WebEx the day before and or the morning of 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.
Board of Professional Engineers Virtual Monthly Meeting - Thu, Jun 25
District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual) Thursday, June 25, 2026 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Meeting Agenda
Call to Order – 11:00 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 Commission Meeting-July 23, 2026 via Zoom
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].
