District of Columbia landlord forms / Lease Renewal Agreement
District of Columbia Lease Renewal Agreement
$19Extend an existing tenancy for a new term without redrafting the whole lease — set the new dates and rent, note any other changed terms, and everything else from the original lease stays in force.
Core state figures — deposit caps, notice periods, entry rules — independently verified by a licensed U.S. attorney.
What District of Columbia law requires
- Security deposit cap
- 1 month' rent14 DCMR § 308.2 · source
- Deposit return deadline
- 45 days after move-out14 DCMR § 309 · source
- Month-to-month termination notice
- 180 daysD.C. Code § 42-3505.01 · source
- Pay-or-quit notice (late rent)
- 30 daysD.C. Code § 42-3505.01(a-1)(1) · source
- Landlord entry notice
- 2 daysD.C. Code § 42-3505.51 · source
- Late fee guidance
- 5% of monthly rentD.C. Code § 42-3505.31 · source
Frequently asked questions
Do I need this instead of a new lease?
If the tenant is staying and most terms are unchanged, a renewal is simpler than a full new lease. If a lot is changing (new tenants, major rule changes), a fresh lease is cleaner.
Can I raise the rent with this document?
Yes — set the new monthly rent for the renewal term. Some states cap how much or how often rent can increase; verify your state's rule before finalizing the amount.
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