I reported possible mold to my landlord on July 26th, and he waited 46 days to address the issue.

Here's a portion of the housing code: 14 DCMR 706.6 In any habitable room where any wall or floor surface is damp, that condition shall be...

No, in the District of Columbia, a notice to vacate is only valid if it provides a lawful reason for terminating a tenancy -- if it lists lawful...

I would say it depends partly on whether the provision regarding the last effective rate applies to only the subsequent month, or all future...

How do I get my case dismissed in court if I've paid the balance list on my Summons to appear in court for an eviction?

Hi. Your landlord can dismiss the case now. They don't have to wait until the day before the hearing. If the case is not dismissed prior to the...

My apartment is exempt from rent control. My landlord wants me to sign a lease and won't "allow" me to go month to month.

In the District, if the apartment is exempt from rent control, the landlord can ASK for a rent increase each month, but you do not have to agree to...

In washingtonDC if i have a lease with a specified termination date, and i move out on that date, can they enforce a term in the

I would say that they can enforce such a provision, in the District, especially if the lease says that it remains in effect after the termination...

This means that you can't avoid an actual eviction by paying money. If you have a good reason for not showing up to court you may be able to reopen...

Can I take my landlord to court?

You may be able to sue your landlord, to enforce your right to the "quiet use and enjoyment" of your home.

If you have a mouse infestation that the landlord knows about but has not properly addressed, you may have a right to 1) a court order requiring...

How can I get my $1600 security deposit back when I moved out in October 2012

If you decide to take legal action, you can either sue in Small Claims Court, or you can file a tenant petition at the D.C. Office of...