All things DC
Real Estate in Washington, DC
This page is dedicated to DC Specific Real Estate Information.
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Types of Rentals in DC
Long Term Rental
Short Term Rental
Vacation Rental
Rooming House
Certificate of Occupancy + BBL
Group House
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DC Perks
DC Security Camera Rebate Program
Rebate for cost of cameras purchased and installed on the exterior of the property
Up to $200 per camera installed on the exterior of a building owned or leased by an individual, with a maximum rebate of up to $500 per system per residential address. The rebate is only for the cost of the camera, including sales tax; installation, accessories, and storage are not covered
Please review the following information and if you have additional questions, please contact the program at security.cameras@dc.gov or (202) 727-5124.
Search Permits in DC
https://dcraonline-rms.dcra.dc.gov/navigator/?desktop=DCRAPermits
Enter the provided Username (publicrecorduser) and Password (erecord1) and click on the Log In button.
Click on DCRA Building Permits in the navigation bar on the left side of the screen.
Type the house number and/or street name and press <Enter> or click on the Search button.
Select a row in the results list and view details on the right side of the screen.
Click on Actions and choose an option from the dropdown list to download or open, preview, or download a permit.
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https://dcra.dc.gov/accessdc
This is the newer method of searching for permit information in DC, but it requires that the user create a (free) account.
Search DC contractor license
scout.dcra.dc.gov
Search Business Name
Category: Gen Contr-Construction Mngr
CONTRACTOR Warning! And Red Flags to Look for!
ONLY work with LICENSED CONTRACTORS because they have a higher set of ETHICAL and LEGAL obligations as determined by the state.
If they say their work is that "good" and they don't have a license, then that's a RED FLAG.
If they say they don't have a license, but someone they work with does, then make sure the agreement is signed with the person who has the license.
If they will not put your agreement in writing, then that's a MAJOR RED FLAG.
If you don't have a professional contract signed, then that's a RED FLAG.
If they ask for 100% payment up front for anything, then that's a RED FLAG.
Please take heed because your legal and financial recourse may be limited if things don't go as planned.