BBL & Proactive Inspection Compliance
DC multifamily owners must maintain active licensing, code compliance, and inspection readiness.
Licensing failures or unresolved violations can affect rent collection, enforcement rights, and property value.
Basic Business License (BBL)
Most multifamily rental buildings require:
- Active Basic Business License
- Valid Certificate of Occupancy
- Current compliance records
Failure to maintain these requirements can create significant operational and transactional issues.
Proactive Inspection Program (PIP)
Properties may be selected for proactive inspections covering:
- Common areas
- Building systems
- Occupied units
- Vacant units
Violations typically require corrective action within strict timelines.
Common Issues
- Smoke detector deficiencies
- Carbon monoxide compliance
- Expired licenses
- Deferred maintenance
- Outstanding municipal obligations
Why It Matters
Buyers and lenders routinely review:
- Inspection history
- Open violations
- License status
- Compliance records
How UMA Helps
- Review licensing status
- Evaluate inspection readiness
- Identify common compliance risks
- Address issues before listing
Owner Outcome
A property positioned to withstand inspections and due diligence review.
DC Rent Control Audit Snapshot
Not sure whether your building is exempt from rent control or how much you can legally raise rent? Understand the common compliance issues that can affect income and property value.
DC Multiunit Landlords Beware: The New Rental Act & TOPA Rules
How the 2025 Rental Reform Act is reshaping sales, tenant rights, and eviction laws for 2–4 unit landlords in Washington, D.C.
Date: 10/25/2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: 519 C Street NE (Basement)
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Whether you’re refinancing, selling, applying for a loan, or planning an exit, know exactly where your building’s value stands in today’s market.
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Before filing an eviction, submitting a hardship petition, raising rents, or preparing for a sale, understand your building’s regulatory exposure and required steps.