Washington, DC rental law

As of Oct 7, 2026. Not legal advice.

Raise rent in Washington, DC

Elderly or disabled: max 2.1% until Apr 2027

Earliest start: Nov 1, 2026. Our sources don't state the notice period here. The office below can tell you.

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The law, word for word

Rules for every lease in Washington, DC

The next 12 months

  1. Washington, DC

    Current figure ends: DC elderly and disabled tenant rent increase cap

    Rent increase cap for elderly or disabled tenants.

All changes in Washington, DC

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