District of Columbia Lease Agreements

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Residential Lease Agreement

Standard fixed-term lease for houses, apartments, condos, and other residential properties.

Includes all District of Columbia required disclosures and complies with DC Landlord and Tenant Act and Rental Housing Act of 1985.

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Month-to-Month Rental Agreement

Flexible agreement that auto-renews monthly. Ideal for short-term or indefinite tenancies.

30 days (just cause required) landlord notice and 30 days tenant notice required in District of Columbia.

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Room Rental Agreement

Agreement for renting a single room in a shared house or apartment. Covers shared spaces and house rules.

Covers District of Columbia-specific habitability and entry notice requirements (48 hours advance notice required).

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Sublease Agreement

Agreement for a tenant to sublet all or part of their rental to a new occupant.

Sublease rules in District of Columbia typically require landlord written consent. Document includes consent clause.

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District of Columbia Lease Law Requirements Summary

Security Deposit Limit 1 month rent

Deposit Return Deadline 45 days

Late Fee Cap 5% of rent

Grace Period 5 days

Landlord Notice (Month-to-Month) 30 days (just cause required)

Tenant Notice (Month-to-Month) 30 days

Entry Notice 48 hours advance notice required

Key Statute DC Landlord and Tenant Act and Rental Housing Act of 1985

District of Columbia landlord-tenant law is governed by the DC Landlord and Tenant Act and Rental Housing Act of 1985 (D.C. Code § 42-3201 et seq. and § 42-3501 et seq.). Landlords must provide required disclosures including Lead-based paint (pre-1978, federal), DC Tenant Bill of Rights (D.C. Code § 42-3502.22a), Landlord registration and license number, and more. Security deposits are capped at 1 month rent and must be returned within 45 days of tenancy termination. A 5-day grace period is required before late fees may be charged. District of Columbia has rent control laws in some jurisdictions: DC has extensive rent control under the Rental Housing Act of 1985 (D.C. Code § 42-3501 et seq.). Applies to most rental units built before 1976, except those owned by individuals who own 4 or fewer units. Allowable increases are tied to CPI. Rent Stabilization Program administered by DHCD.. Our documents are designed to comply with District of Columbia law and include all required provisions.

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