DLCP Hosts Consumer Protection and Weights & Measures Outreach Events Across the District
Date Released:
Thu, 02/26/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
February 26, 2026
CONTACT:
Jemeisha Lyde (DLCP PIO) – 202-880-6544; [email protected]
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.
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Featured Homepage Events
Webinar: All Things Non-Profit - Thu, Jun 11
6/11/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
Other
During this virtual workshop, you will learn how to start a non-profit business — including corporate registration, licensing, and tax registration — and how to apply for grants available to non-profit organizations. This will be an interactive Q&A forum, giving you the opportunity to ask questions in real time and get personalized guidance throughout the session.
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.
Webinar: Business Foundation Series: The Business Model Canvas - Thu, Jun 11
6/11/2026 5:00 PM (EDT)
No Fee
Small Business Resource Center (202) 442-4538
Online Meeting (Live)
Business Plan, Other
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.
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
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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].
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