Housing (Landlords)

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Mar 27, 2026

B 26-0610: Rental Housing Registration Data Integrity Emergency Amendment Act of 2026

This bill requires owners of rental properties exempt from rent stabilization to report specific data when registering their units with the District of Columbia. The key requirement is that owners must provide the current monthly rent, the rent charged in the two previous calendar years, and details about utilities, facilities, services, and appliances included with the unit. This information is only needed at the time of registration and does not create ongoing annual reporting obligations. The legislation is designed to improve data accuracy for rental housing records and will remain in effect for up to 90 days if approved.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires rental property owners to report rent and utility data, enhancing transparency and tenant information access, which supports tenant protections and housing market integrity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 17, 2026

PR 26-0615: Local Rent Supplement Program Contract No. 2026-LRSP-02A Approval Resolution of 2026

This bill approves a 20-year subsidy contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority and 950 Eastern Avenue TM L.L.C. to provide affordable housing for extremely low-income residents at 950 Eastern Avenue NE. The agreement authorizes an annual subsidy of up to $437,216 to support 13 affordable housing units reserved for households earning 30% or less of the area's median income, including elderly individuals and those with disabilities. The resolution formalizes the Local Rent Supplement Program's funding mechanism, allowing the property owner to lease rehabilitated units to qualifying tenants while the District covers associated housing costs.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill approves 20-year subsidy contract for 13 affordable housing units for extremely low-income residents, directly funding and expanding affordable housing access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Landlords Renters

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jun 26, 2026

B 26-0611: Rental Housing Registration Data Integrity Temporary Amendment Act of 2026

This bill requires owners of rental properties in Washington, D.C. that are exempt from rent stabilization to report specific information when registering their units. The new requirement mandates that owners disclose the current monthly rent, the rent charged in each of the two prior calendar years, and details about utilities, facilities, services, and appliances included with the rental. This data collection is a one-time submission at registration and does not create ongoing annual reporting obligations. The law is temporary and will expire 225 days after it takes effect.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill requires rental property owners to disclose rent and utility information, enhancing transparency and protecting tenant rights in housing markets.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Feb 6, 2026

B 26-0591: Lifesaving Intervention Empowering Neighborhoods (LIEN) Act of 2026

The LIEN Act of 2026 allows DC's Department of Buildings (DOB) to place liens on properties when landlords fail to fix serious, documented housing violations after city orders. It directly affects property owners with chronic uncorrected violations (like pest infestations, mold, or unsafe wiring) that result in unpaid fines or unresolved health/safety hazards. Key provisions include DOB recording liens for uncured Class 1 violations, unpaid civil penalties after final orders, or unaddressed emergency notices - attaching these liens to the property like a tax lien to prevent sales or refinancing until repairs are made. The bill also enables DOB to bill owners for costs of emergency repairs (special assessments) if they ignore violation notices.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnforces landlord compliance for health/safety violations (e.g., mold, unsafe wiring), directly protecting tenants through lien mechanisms for unresolved hazards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Mortgages

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Feb 27, 2026

B 26-0311: Closing of a Portion of a Public Alley in Square 3524, S.O. 23-06402, Act of 2025

This bill proposes closing a section of a public alley in Square 3524, Ward 5, to enable the development of 27 new residential units (including two-family townhouses and single-family homes). The closure requires the property owner to pay $4,265 for removing street lighting and obtain District Department of Transportation approval for tree protection. The Council must approve the closure, and the bill is structured as an Emergency Act to take effect within 90 days. The land from the closed alley would become the property of the owner of Lot 53 in Square 3524.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEnables 27 new residential units (townhouses/homes), directly advancing housing development without restrictions or affordability limitations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Property Development

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Jan 9, 2026

B 26-0281: Reservoir District Tax Exemption Amendment Act of 2025

This bill creates a 20-year real property tax exemption for specific parcels (Lots 809, 810, 814, 815 in Square 3128) owned by McMillan Parcel 2 Owner, LLC and McMillan Parcel 4 Owner, LLC. It requires the property owner to operate 449 housing units, with one-third designated as affordable for households earning 80% of the Area Median Income, and to contract with certified business enterprises for at least 35% of construction spending. The exemption begins October 1, 2029, but is reduced proportionally if the owner fails to meet these housing or contracting requirements. The tax break applies in addition to other existing tax relief for the property.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates a tax exemption reducing government revenue, directly weakening budget resources despite affordable housing conditions.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 1/3 of 449 units be affordable (80% AMI) via tax incentive, directly advancing affordable housing goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Landlords Property Taxes

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in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Oct 7, 2025

B 26-0368: Tenant and Rowhouse Short-Term Rental Clarification Amendment Act of 2025

This bill allows tenants who live in a rental unit as their primary residence (proven via documents like a DC driver's license or utility bill) to operate licensed short-term rentals. It also clarifies that owners of two-unit rowhouses in Residential Flat zones may rent one unit short-term. Booking services must display a property's license number prominently on listings. The bill directly affects renters in primary residences and rowhouse owners in specific zoning areas.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill clarifies and allows short-term rentals for tenants in primary residences and rowhouse owners, supporting housing flexibility and property rights without restricting development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights Zoning

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in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 7, 2026

B 26-0493: Strengthening Tenant Receivership and Oversight for Neighborhood Growth (STRONG) Homes Amendment Act of 2025

This bill strengthens tenant protections by clarifying and expanding the process for appointing receivers (court-appointed managers) in severely neglected rental properties. It directly affects landlords who fail to maintain habitable conditions (e.g., mold, broken appliances, or utility outages) and tenants in affected buildings. Key provisions include requiring landlords to disclose financial information for receivership costs, adding specific violations as grounds for receivership, and granting receivers authority to manage properties, collect rents, and address safety hazards. The bill also streamlines court procedures for receivership petitions and mandates notice to tenants, utility providers, and mortgage holders. These changes aim to expedite repairs and stabilize housing conditions in District of Columbia properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly strengthens tenant protections by expanding receivership for neglected properties, requiring landlord financial disclosures, and adding habitability violations as grounds.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Mortgages Tenant Rights

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died · District of Columbia · Legislature Jan 7, 2026

B 26-0359: Tenant Buyout Agreement Transparency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill requires property owners to provide tenants with a written disclosure notice before making a buyout offer, explaining tenant rights and agreement terms in the tenant's primary language. It mandates that buyout offers be at least equal to relocation assistance payments under current law (Section 703(b) of the Rental Housing Act of 1985) and the same for comparable tenants, with a maximum payment set by the Rental Housing Commission based on household size and unit rent. Buyout agreements must be in writing, include a clear statement about the tenant's right to decline, and be filed with the Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days. These provisions aim to prevent exploitation by standardizing negotiations and ensuring transparency in tenant buyout transactions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates transparent buyout disclosures and fair compensation, strengthening tenant protections under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 28, 2026

B 26-0287: Housing with Integrity Amendment Act of 2025

The Housing with Integrity Amendment Act of 2025 targets landlords of properties with 10 or more rental units that repeatedly fail to address serious health and safety violations. It prevents the issuance of new basic business licenses to landlords owning properties where 30% or more units have unresolved Class 1 (e.g., lack of heat, electrical hazards) or Class 2 (e.g., defective plumbing) violations for 90+ days. The bill also establishes a new Tier 1 inspection category requiring twice-yearly checks for properties meeting these violation thresholds. This shifts enforcement responsibility from tenants to landlords, aiming to hold negligent owners accountable for maintaining habitable housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates repairs for health/safety violations and denies licenses to repeat offenders, directly strengthening tenant protections in rental housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Landlords Tenant Rights

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