This bill clarifies that properties participating in the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program are exempt from Washington, D.C.'s rent stabilization rules under the Rental Housing Act of 1985. It directly affects approximately 100 LIHTC-assisted properties housing over 11,000 affordable units, which faced uncertainty after a court ruling threatened to subject them to rent stabilization. The key provision amends the law to explicitly include LIHTC properties in the existing exemption for federally or publicly subsidized housing. This change ensures these properties remain financially viable for providers while preserving affordable housing for low- and moderate-income residents. The bill restores the longstanding interpretation of the exemption without altering the underlying affordability requirements.
This bill authorizes emergency modifications to an existing contract with CORE DC, LLC to provide short-term family housing services for homeless families in Washington, DC. The legislation approves three contract modifications that increase the funding limit for the first option year of the agreement to $1,731,513.72, allowing the provider to operate an overflow shelter when primary facilities reach capacity. The bill also authorizes payment for goods and services already received and those to be received under these modifications. This emergency measure is intended to prevent service gaps and minimize displacement of vulnerable families when existing shelter spaces are full.
This bill approves a 20-year subsidy contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority and 950 Eastern Avenue TM L.L.C. to provide affordable housing for extremely low-income residents at 950 Eastern Avenue NE. The agreement authorizes an annual subsidy of up to $437,216 to support 13 affordable housing units reserved for households earning 30% or less of the area's median income, including elderly individuals and those with disabilities. The resolution formalizes the Local Rent Supplement Program's funding mechanism, allowing the property owner to lease rehabilitated units to qualifying tenants while the District covers associated housing costs.
This bill approves a 20-year long-term subsidy contract between the District of Columbia Housing Authority and 2229 M Street NE Owner LLC to support 24 affordable housing units at 2229 M Street NE. The agreement provides an annual operating subsidy of up to $615,228 to help cover housing costs for extremely low-income residents, specifically those earning 30% or less of the area's median income. The resolution authorizes the District to fund these units under the Local Rent Supplement Program, which was established to provide affordable housing and supportive services to vulnerable populations including homeless individuals and those with disabilities.
This bill authorizes contract modifications and payments for CORE DC, LLC, a company providing short-term family housing services in the District of Columbia. It approves three specific contract changes that increase the maximum allowable spending for the first option year from approximately $2.07 million to nearly $3.8 million. The legislation also permits the city to pay for goods and services already delivered and those expected to be delivered under these modified terms. Because the contract value exceeds one million dollars within a 12-month period, the bill requires Council approval to remain compliant with local law. The measure is designated as an emergency to ensure housing services continue without payment delays.
This bill requires owners of rental properties exempt from rent stabilization to report specific data when registering their units with the District of Columbia. The key requirement is that owners must provide the current monthly rent, the rent charged in the two previous calendar years, and details about utilities, facilities, services, and appliances included with the unit. This information is only needed at the time of registration and does not create ongoing annual reporting obligations. The legislation is designed to improve data accuracy for rental housing records and will remain in effect for up to 90 days if approved.
This resolution declares an emergency to preserve reporting requirements for the District's RentRegistry housing database, which requires all rental providers - including those exempt from rent stabilization - to submit current and prior rent amounts, utilities, facilities, services, and appliances at the time of registration. The bill addresses a potential legal gap that would arise when temporary clarifying legislation expires on April 5, 2026, which could create uncertainty about the District's authority to collect this data from exempt housing providers. By maintaining these requirements, the resolution aims to prevent incomplete registrations and ensure the database remains functional for housing enforcement, tenant protection, and market transparency. The measure allows for expedited adoption after a single reading to avoid delays that could compromise the integrity of the housing data system.
This bill creates a streamlined process for property owners to change commercial buildings to residential use (Class 1A) in Washington D.C. Owners must apply with documentation before the change takes effect, and tax rates adjust based on when the application is submitted (full year for Oct-Mar applications, second installment for Apr-Sep). If properties aren't used for residential purposes within 3 years or by permit expiration, the tax classification is reversed ("clawed back") with penalties. It directly affects owners converting commercial properties to residential use, particularly those with new building permits or substantial rehab permits. The bill takes effect January 28, 2026, as an emergency measure.
This bill amends a 2012 law to reduce the minimum long-term lease period for projects under the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development's authority from 10 years to 5 years. It specifically requires that applicants must have at least 3 years remaining on an existing lease as of the application period's closing date. The change directly affects developers or property owners seeking long-term leases for projects in the District of Columbia. The bill is classified as an emergency measure, effective for up to 90 days, and does not alter the overall lease application process.
This bill extends the deadline for disposing of District-owned property at 1351 Alabama Avenue SE (Ward 8) from two to four years, until March 2027. It amends the development agreement to require 180 affordable rental housing units (for households earning 30-60% of median income), 7,500 sq ft of daycare space, 2,000 sq ft of retail space, and 43 parking spaces. The extension is needed because a highway restriction on the property - resolved in December 2024 - delayed development progress under the original timeline. The project directly affects Ward 8 residents by creating mixed-use affordable housing with community-serving spaces.
