District Of Columbia § 42-3508.04 - Distressed properties improvement program.
Full text of District Of Columbia D.C. Code § 42-3508.04 — Distressed properties improvement program., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42-3508.04. Distressed properties improvement program.
42-3508.04The Mayor may establish and administer a distressed property improvement program to assist those housing accommodations which meet the requirements of .
The distressed property improvement program may include any or all of the following:
A 5-year deferral or moratorium on real property taxes;
Deferral or forgiveness of water and sewer charges in arrears;
Deferral or forgiveness of tax liens;
Deferral or forgiveness of any indebtedness owed to the District;
Low-interest or no-interest loans; and
Financial grants.
Nothing in subsection (b) of this section or this subchapter shall be construed as creating a right or entitlement for any housing provider or other person.
Distressed properties and new or rehabilitated vacant rental housing under §§ and shall have priority over other properties for participation in the Tenant Assistance Program so long as the tenants who reside in distressed property and who receive assistance from the Tenant Assistance Program are doing so consistent with the provisions of .
Annotations
Source: official District Of Columbia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About District Of Columbia § 42-3508.04
What does D.C. Code § 42-3508.04 cover?
Section 42-3508.04 ("Distressed properties improvement program.") is part of the D.C. Code, the codified statutory law of District Of Columbia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite District Of Columbia § 42-3508.04?
A common citation format is "D.C. Code § 42-3508.04" (District Of Columbia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of District Of Columbia law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the District Of Columbia official source linked on this page or consult a licensed District Of Columbia attorney.
How does District Of Columbia § 42-3508.04 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in District Of Columbia.