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District of Columbia Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of District of Columbia rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limit1 month rent
Interest on deposit requiredYes
Deposit return deadline45 Days days
Entry notice required48 Hours
Late fee limitGenerally capped by DC law; commonly 5% of rent; confirm current DC Code
Late fee grace period5
Rent increase notice30
Eviction notice period30 for nonpayment under current DC protections; verify before filing

Required disclosures in District of Columbia

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • Tenant Bill of Rights
  • • rent control/exemptions
  • • mold
  • • bedbug
  • • radon where applicable

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