A District of Columbia Housing Code Complaint is a formal complaint filed by a tenant or resident against the landlord or property manager for not meeting the DC Housing Code. The DC Housing Code is a set of regulations created by the DC government to ensure a safe and healthy living environment for residents of rental properties in the city. It covers a wide range of topics, from fire safety to pest control to lead paint abatement. There are three types of District of Columbia Housing Code Complaints: 1. Maintenance Complaint: This type of complaint is filed when a tenant believes their landlord is not maintaining the property as required under the DC Housing Code. This could include issues such as not providing pest control, inadequate ventilation, or broken appliances. 2. Nuisance Complaint: This type of complaint is filed when a tenant believes their landlord is creating a nuisance on the property, such as excessive noise, illegal activity, or excessive trash. 3. Lead Paint Complaint: This type of complaint is filed when a tenant believes their landlord has not taken the necessary steps to remove or abate lead paint on the property. Lead paint can be dangerous for children and other vulnerable populations.