D.C. Code tit. 42 § 42-3209
Recovery of real and personal property leased together.
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Whenever real and personal property are leased together, as, for example, a house with furniture contained therein, the landlord, either in an action of ejectment or in the summary proceeding for possession, in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia, may have a judgment for recovery of the personalty as well as the realty.
Under D.C. Code § 42-3201 et seq. § 42-3209, when a landlord rents real property (such as a house) together with personal property (such as furniture inside it), a single legal action in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia can result in a judgment covering both the real estate and the personal property at the same time. This provision eliminates the need for separate proceedings to recover each type of property. It applies in both ejectment actions and summary possession proceedings.
Plain English — not legal advice.
D.C. Code § 42-3201 et seq. § 42-3209 allows property owners who lease real and personal property together—such as a furnished rental unit—to seek recovery of both in one court proceeding rather than filing multiple separate actions. Compliant operators typically document all personal property included in a lease (for example, through a detailed inventory or addendum) so that any claim for recovery of that property is clearly supported. Understanding this consolidated remedy can help landlords manage furnished-unit disputes more efficiently in the Superior Court of the District of Columbia.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
D.C. Code § 42-3201 et seq. § 42-3209 means that if a tenant rents a furnished property, the landlord may pursue recovery of both the real property and the included personal property in a single court action. Tenants in this situation should be aware that a judgment against them could encompass the furniture or other personal items listed in the lease, not just the dwelling itself. Tenants facing such proceedings may wish to review their lease terms carefully and consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with District of Columbia housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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