Can my landlord make me move out in Washington, DC?
Yes, only for reasons the law lists.
Your landlord must give written notice, from 10 to 180 days depending on the reason.
Why, and the exact law
From D.C. Code § 42-3505.01, read Oct 6, 2026.Show the law
“No tenant shall be evicted from a rental unit for any reason unless the tenant has been served with a written notice which meets the requirements of this section …”
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Washington, DC lawIn force
DC eviction grounds, notice and relocation (§ 42-3505.01)
Can my landlord make me move out?
Yes, only for reasons the law lists.
Your landlord must give written notice, from 10 to 180 days depending on the reason.
Who it covers
Exemptions: Not applicable to drug-related evictions under subchapter I of Chapter 36 (subsection (m)).
The law, word for word
“No tenant shall be evicted from a rental unit for any reason unless the tenant has been served with a written notice which meets the requirements of this section …”