Housing

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 4, 2025

B 26-0270: District of Columbia Housing Authority Stabilization and Reform Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill creates a temporary "Stabilization and Reform Board" to govern the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA), replacing its previous governing board. The new board requires 9 voting members with specific expertise (including housing development, affordable housing, federal regulations, and resident/voucher holder perspectives) and includes non-voting members from key city offices. It directly affects DCHA operations and the 50,000+ residents living in DCHA-managed housing by mandating the board to take specific actions to reform and revitalize the agency. The bill establishes this structure as an emergency measure to address DCHA's operational challenges.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill establishes board with housing development/affordable housing expertise to stabilize DCHA operations, directly supporting 50k+ residents in DCHA-managed housing through governance reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Mar 30, 2026

B 26-0477: Portable Tenant Screening Report Amendment Act of 2025

The Portable Tenant Screening Report Amendment Act of 2025 (B 26-0477) requires District of Columbia housing providers to accept a single tenant screening report for 30 days when renting to prospective tenants, eliminating repeated application fees. The report must include name/contact info, credit history, current address, rental history, and eviction records, and must be provided at no cost to the tenant. This directly affects renters - especially low- and moderate-income residents - who currently pay multiple fees for similar screenings - and housing providers who must accept the reusable report instead of charging new fees. The bill prohibits housing providers from charging application fees or additional costs for using the report and bars them from denying applications based solely on the report's age.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingEliminates repeated tenant screening fees, reducing costs for low/mid-income renters and strengthening tenant protections per bill's no-cost report requirement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Mar 18, 2025

PR 26-0123: Peer Case Management Institute and Certification Rules Approval Resolution of 2025

This resolution approves final rules establishing the Peer Case Management Institute (PCMI) under DC's Homeless Services Reform Act. It creates a certification program for individuals with lived experience of homelessness to become peer case managers, training them to assist others navigating homeless services. The rules set eligibility criteria, require classroom training plus field practicum, and outline certification standards for DHS-funded homeless service agencies. This directly affects people experiencing homelessness (who become certified case managers) and DC homeless service providers who must hire certified peer case managers. The policy change creates a structured pathway to employment for this group while building a new workforce for homeless services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates certification program for peer case managers under homeless services reform, directly addressing homelessness through DHS-funded agency training and support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness

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in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 4, 2025

B 26-0202: Housing Development Growth Amendment Act of 2025

The Housing Development Growth Amendment Act of 2025 creates a new Office of Social Housing Developments in Washington, D.C., to manage District-owned housing projects. It requires all new developments to be mixed-income (with at least two-thirds of units permanently affordable for extremely, very, and low-income households, where rent never exceeds 30% of household income) and mandates net-zero emissions construction. The bill also updates existing laws to allow the District to use vacant government property for these developments, access housing trust funds for financing, and establish tenant governance structures. This directly affects D.C. residents in affordable housing, the District government (which must appoint an Office Director), and future housing developers working with city-owned properties.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates net-zero emissions construction, requiring energy efficiency and renewable energy integration in new housing developments.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates net-zero emissions construction for all new developments, directly reducing emissions and advancing climate goals per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates 66%+ affordable units at ≤30% income rent, creates dedicated housing office for District-owned projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Development Zoning

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Apr 11, 2025

PR 26-0128: Modification Nos. M0009, M0010, M0011, M0012, and M0013 to Contract No. CW101632 with KBEC Group, Inc. Approval and Payment Authorization Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025

This bill approves five contract modifications (M0009-M0013) to an existing agreement with KBEC Group, Inc. for case management services supporting families in the District of Columbia’s Family Rehousing and Stabilization Program. It authorizes full payment for services provided under these modifications, increasing the contract value to $1.4 million for the period October 2024 through September 2025. The approval is requested as an emergency to ensure uninterrupted service delivery and compliance with District law requiring Council approval for contracts exceeding $1 million in a 12-month period. The resolution directly affects KBEC Group, Inc. and the families receiving housing support services.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingApproves $1.4M funding for Family Rehousing Program case management, directly supporting housing stability and preventing homelessness through uninterrupted service delivery.90% confidence

signed · District of Columbia · Legislature May 1, 2026

B 26-0098: Home Purchase Assistance for Transit Workers Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends the 1999 Government Employer-Assisted Housing Program to explicitly include public transit employees as eligible participants. It adds a definition clarifying that "public transit employee" covers workers for Metrobus, Metrorail, MetroAccess, and DC Streetcar. The key change updates eligibility language in the law to list "public transit employee" alongside government workers, first-responders, and educators. This expands access to the existing home purchase assistance program for District transit workers without creating new funding or benefits. The bill does not alter the program's structure or costs, only its eligibility criteria.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands home purchase assistance eligibility to transit workers, directly increasing access to affordable housing via existing program funding.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands home purchase assistance to transit workers (a specific worker group), directly adding them to an existing benefit program. This supports worker benefits under Labor & Employment.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExpands housing assistance eligibility to public transit workers (Metrobus, Metrorail), supporting workforce stability for transportation infrastructure operations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership Public Transit

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 13, 2026

B 26-0466: St. Elizabeths East Parcel 13 Term Sheet Amendment Act of 2025

This bill amends the term sheet for developing Parcel 13 on the St. Elizabeths East campus in Washington, D.C., to reflect updated project details and a new developer. It replaces the original developer (Neighborhood Development Corporation) with Dantes Partners Acquisitions LLC after the first developer ceased operations. The revised plan includes approximately 241 housing units (with senior living units), 5,000 square feet of gallery/retail space, and updated legal terms in the development agreement. The amendment ensures the project can proceed under the existing 2022 framework while adjusting for site conditions and developer changes.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingAmends development terms to include 241 housing units (with senior living), advancing housing development on public land per project details.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development

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signed · District of Columbia · Legislature Aug 7, 2026

B 26-0227: One Front Door Act of 2025

The One Front Door Act of 2025 directs DC's Construction Codes Coordinating Board to amend building codes within two years to allow single entrance/egress stairways in multifamily residential buildings up to six stories. This change would replace the current requirement for two stairwells, which the bill states consumes valuable building space and increases construction costs. The bill requires the Board to consider fire safety factors like water supply, fire department response times, and best practices from cities like Seattle and New York that already permit single-stair buildings. It aims to make multifamily housing more affordable and feasible, particularly for smaller lots and infill projects, without compromising safety. The policy change would directly affect DC developers, builders, and future residents of multifamily housing.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingReduces construction costs by allowing single stairwells in multifamily buildings, potentially increasing affordable housing supply through lower development costs.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Zoning

in committee · District of Columbia · Legislature Jul 7, 2026

B 26-0493: Strengthening Tenant Receivership and Oversight for Neighborhood Growth (STRONG) Homes Amendment Act of 2025

This bill strengthens tenant protections by clarifying and expanding the process for appointing receivers (court-appointed managers) in severely neglected rental properties. It directly affects landlords who fail to maintain habitable conditions (e.g., mold, broken appliances, or utility outages) and tenants in affected buildings. Key provisions include requiring landlords to disclose financial information for receivership costs, adding specific violations as grounds for receivership, and granting receivers authority to manage properties, collect rents, and address safety hazards. The bill also streamlines court procedures for receivership petitions and mandates notice to tenants, utility providers, and mortgage holders. These changes aim to expedite repairs and stabilize housing conditions in District of Columbia properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly strengthens tenant protections by expanding receivership for neglected properties, requiring landlord financial disclosures, and adding habitability violations as grounds.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Mortgages Tenant Rights

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died · District of Columbia · Legislature Jan 7, 2026

B 26-0359: Tenant Buyout Agreement Transparency Amendment Act of 2025

This bill requires property owners to provide tenants with a written disclosure notice before making a buyout offer, explaining tenant rights and agreement terms in the tenant's primary language. It mandates that buyout offers be at least equal to relocation assistance payments under current law (Section 703(b) of the Rental Housing Act of 1985) and the same for comparable tenants, with a maximum payment set by the Rental Housing Commission based on household size and unit rent. Buyout agreements must be in writing, include a clear statement about the tenant's right to decline, and be filed with the Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days. These provisions aim to prevent exploitation by standardizing negotiations and ensuring transparency in tenant buyout transactions.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates transparent buyout disclosures and fair compensation, strengthening tenant protections under housing policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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