“Dear PoPville,
I’m trying to apply for a BBL for my short-term rental- (additional bedrooms on Airbnb)
The licensing department of dcra told me that I need to go through the following steps: register my ssn with Tax and Revenue, Have a Clean Hands Certificate, and get a Certificate of Occupancy. The problem is that dcra does not issue CofO for single family homes. They told me that I can apply for a Home Occupation Permit- but that will require a “change of use” of the property to a Bed and Breakfast.
If the use changes to a Bed and Breakfast, I would have to provide two parking spaces- one for owner and one for guests. I don’t have any off street parking. So my question is how did other home owners get their business license for their short-term rentals within their primary residence? Even if the new Airbnb rules take effect that allows owners to rent out rooms or their basements that are not zone 2-unit, I am not sure how owners will successfully get a bbl based on the current requirements.”
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A second consecutive week of more than 400 DC Open Houses! If buying a home is part of our spring plans, this is the weekend to get out and look….
613 Pennsylvania Ave, SE Thanks to Elizabeth for sending: “Just saw this sign for Spin Time Records on Pennsylvania Ave between 6th and 7th. Exciting!” STAY TUNED.
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Looking for something campy, ridiculous and totally fun!? Then pitch your tents and grab your pokers and come to DC’s ONLY Drag Brunch Bingo hosted by Tara Hoot at Whitlow’s! Tickets are only $10 and you can add bottomless drinks and tasty entrees. This month we’re featuring performances by the amazing Venus Valhalla and Mari Con Carne!
Get your tickets and come celebrate the fact that the rapture didn’t happen during the eclipse, darlings! We can’t wait to see you on Sunday, April 21 at 12:30!
DC Labor History Walking Tour
Come explore DC’s rich labor history with the Metro DC Democratic Socialists of America and the Labor Heritage Foundation. The free DC Labor History Walking Tour tour will visit several landmarks and pay tribute to the past and ongoing struggle
Frank’s Favorites
Come celebrate and bid farewell to Frank Albinder in his final concert as Music Director of the Washington Men’s Camerata featuring a special program of his most cherished pieces for men’s chorus with works by Ron Jeffers, Peter Schickele, Amy
