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Make an Impact!
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 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.
Make an Impact!
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.
Upcoming Events
Feb 26 2026 - 09:30
Feb 26 2026 - 11:00
Feb 26 2026 - 14:00
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| 02/25/2026 Consumer Protection & Weights and Measures Week |
| 02/11/2026 Nationals Opening Day Sidewalk Vending |
| 01/29/2026 Winter Storm Emergency |
| 01/15/2026 Professional Licensing Advisory |
| 11/13/2025 Beware of Holiday Rental Scams and Fake Listings |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 26, 2026
CONTACT:
Jemeisha Lyde (DLCP PIO) – 202-880-6544; [email protected]
Featured Homepage Events
Board of Real Estate Appraisers Notice of Supplemental Public Meeting (Virtual) - Thu, Feb 26
District of Columbia Board of Real Estate Appraisers
Notice of Supplemental Public Meeting (Virtual)
Thursday, February 26, 2026
9:30 A.M.
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order – 9:30 A.M.
- Attendance
- 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 on an outstanding renewal application(s)
5. Adjourn – Next Scheduled Meeting – March 18, 2026
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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 Professional Engineers Virtual Monthly Meeting - Thu, Feb 26
District of Columbia Board of Professional Engineers
Notice of Public Meeting (Virtual)
Thursday, February 26, 2026
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Meeting Agenda
- Call to Order – 11:00 AM (Public Meeting)
- Attendance
- Comments from the Public
- Review of Minutes (1/26/26)
- Administrative Approval Application Review
- Outreach
- Legislative/Rulemaking Updates
- Sub Committee Update
- Education
- Old Business
- New Business
- Review of Correspondence
- Executive Session - Pursuant D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b) (4) (A); D.C. Official Code § 2-575(b) (9) and (13) to discuss complaints/legal matters, applications, and legal counsel report. – Closed to the Public
- Recommendations-Technical/Legal Log
- Adjourn
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Other Ways to Join:
Webinar ID: 882 9257 4344
Passcode: 022626
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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].
Webinar: Business Foundation Series: The Lean Business Plan - Thu, Feb 26
Webinar: Business Foundation Series: The Lean Business Plan
Details:
2/26/2026
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM (EST)
2/26/2026 5:00 PM (EST)
Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
Business Plan, Other
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.
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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