District of Columbia late fee law
Read from the statute itself on 2026-11-09. Statewide rule; a city or county can add its own.
- Statutory cap
- 5% of monthly rent
- Grace period
- 5 days after the due date
Max 5% of the full rent due, only after 5 days (or any longer grace period in the lease) and only if the written lease states the maximum. One fee per late payment, no interest on it, no fee on the subsidy portion, and no eviction for an unpaid late fee.
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District of Columbia: common questions
What is the maximum late fee in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia's statute caps it: 5% of monthly rent. Max 5% of the full rent due, only after 5 days (or any longer grace period in the lease) and only if the written lease states the maximum. One fee per late payment, no interest on it, no fee on the subsidy portion, and no eviction for an unpaid late fee.
Is there a grace period for late rent in District of Columbia?
Yes: no late fee may be charged until rent is 5 days past due.
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