Renters 101
Renters 101 will provide District residents with an overview of their rights and responsibilities. Many topics will be covered, including leases, rent increases, rent control, evictions, housing code problems and security deposits.
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Contact OTA if you have questions on landlord disputes and other housing issues.
Contact OTA if you have questions about financial assistance for emergency housing.
Contact OTA to find out what types of legal representation is available to you.
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Walk-ins: M-T: 9:30 am-3 pm/ Phone intakes: M-F: 8:45 am-4:45 pm
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899 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 6200, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 719-6560
Fax: (202) 719-6586
TTY: 711
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Walk-ins: M-T: 9:30 am-3 pm/ Phone intakes: M-F: 8:45 am-4:45 pm
Connect With Us
899 North Capitol Street, NE, Suite 6200, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 719-6560
Fax: (202) 719-6586
TTY: 711
Agency Performance