D.C. Code tit. 42 § 42-3402.05
Certification fee.
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An owner who seeks to convert must pay the Mayor a certification fee. The Mayor is authorized to collect and establish the amount of the fee. The certification fee shall be sufficient to cover the cost of administering this subchapter.
Under D.C. Code § 42-3401.01 et seq. § 42-3402.05, any property owner who wishes to convert a rental housing accommodation must pay a certification fee to the Mayor of the District of Columbia. The Mayor has the authority to both collect this fee and set its amount. The fee is designed to be self-sustaining, covering the administrative costs of overseeing the conversion process under this subchapter.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners pursuing a rental housing conversion in the District of Columbia are required under D.C. Code § 42-3401.01 et seq. § 42-3402.05 to pay a certification fee to the Mayor before proceeding. Compliant operators typically confirm the current fee amount with the Mayor's office, as the Mayor is authorized to set and adjust it to reflect actual administrative costs. Budgeting for this fee as part of the overall conversion planning process is a standard practice among operators navigating this subchapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
D.C. Code § 42-3401.01 et seq. § 42-3402.05 establishes that an owner seeking to convert a rental property must pay a certification fee to the Mayor, which is a required step in the conversion process. Tenants in buildings undergoing conversion may find it relevant to confirm that this fee has been properly paid, as it is part of the Mayor's oversight of the conversion process. Tenant-rights organizations and the District's housing agencies can provide general information about how compliance with this provision fits into the broader conversion approval process.
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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