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Apr 25, 2023

This Bill Could Help D.C. Turn Vacant Homes Into Grocery Stores

“In Ward 1, [an issue] for us is always infill – how do you find smaller pieces of land you can do things in?”

Apr 12, 2021

D.C. Offering $350 Million In Relief For Residents Struggling With Rent And Utility Payments

The money will help renters and housing providers cover unpaid rental payments and utilities like water, gas, and electricity.

Mar 02, 2021

D.C. Building Management Company Says Flyers Rejecting People With Housing Vouchers Were A Typo

Borger Management says the incorrect language — which violates D.C. housing law — has been removed.

Oct 06, 2020

D.C. Council Strengthens Requirements For Notice Of Eviction Cases

The measure follows an investigation from DCist that uncovered hundreds of instances in which process servers filed affidavits with discrepancies.

Sep 25, 2020

Landlords In Virginia Can Now Apply For Rental Assistance On Behalf Of Their Tenants

Gov. Ralph Northam announced the expansion of the $50 million program Thursday. It’s the first time landlords can apply directly.

Aug 07, 2020

Virginia To Extend Evictions Moratorium Through Sept. 7

The Democratic governor says surging COVID cases and a lack of federal assistance leave tenants unable to pay their rent.

Jul 15, 2020

Northern Virginia Tenants Rally At Alexandria Court As Evictions Pick Up

More than 100 eviction cases have been filed against renters at a single property, according to housing activists.

May 07, 2020

What Happens When D.C.’s Ban On Evictions Ends? It’s A Big Unknown

“I think, unfortunately, there’s going to be a flood.”

Jul 03, 2018

D.C. Council Considers A Crackdown On Slumlords

One of the bills would take away landlords’ business licenses when they’re in violation of the housing code.

 
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