The Department of Buildings shall provide for the continuation of a tenant hot line. The primary purpose of the tenant hot line is to provide assistance to low- and moderate-income tenants. To carry out this purpose, the functions and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. (1) Answering rent control procedural questions, and directing tenants toward possible courses of action in resolving problems;
2. (2) Providing advice on housing regulation violations;
3. (3) Explaining rent increases;
4. (4) Providing guidance on emergency shelter;
5. (5) Providing guidance on the Tenant Assistance Program;
6. (6) Providing guidance in resolving problems involving water, heating, repairs, and other matters;
7. (7) Providing advice on possible action in response to allegations of discrimination, harassment, or neglect by housing providers;
8. (8) Answering preliminary questions about remedies through the courts;
9. (9) Providing guidance when tenants are faced with eviction; and
10. (10) Providing guidance on other tenant problems.

History

July 17, 1985, D.C. Law 6-10, § 705, 32 DCR 3089

Apr. 5, 2021, D.C. Law 23-269, § 501(y)(8)

Expiration of Law

See Historical and Statutory Notes following § 45-2571.

Prior Codifications

1981 Ed., § 45-2575.