When you enter a house or building, most likely you’re not thinking about whether it is properly constructed and safe. Fortunately, your local safety experts think about building safety and fire prevention every day. To help raise awareness of building safety, the DC Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) is celebrating Building Safety Week* from May 5 through 11.

Across the nation, communities will promote the use and understanding of building safety and fire prevention codes to protect lives and property. The theme is “Building Safety: Where You Live, Work and Play.”

DCRA's Homeowners Center provides prompt and expert help to DC homeowners who need building permits for their home improvement projects. Our staff is ready to give you clear information about permitting regulations, review your plans and issue permits. Visit the DCRA Homeowners Center or the DCRA Permit Center online today.

The Homeowners Center, located at 941 North Capitol St., NE, 2nd Floor,  is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 am to 4:15 pm and Thursdays from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Below are printable brochures and other information and promotional flyers to provide homeowners and businesses important information on how to make your property safer.

Safety Tips From Your Building Inspector

• Do I Need a Permit for My Home Project?*
• The Sound Of Safety: Fire Alarms*
• Don't Let Electrical Cords Create a Danger in Your Home*

• Benefits of Building Permits*
• Building Codes: How They Help You*
• Building Green, Living Better*
• Mold: Tips on Prevention & Control* 

• Careers in Code Enforcement*
• View Career Opportunities with the District of Columbia