Any construction done without required building permits is illegal construction. Illegal construction is a public danger: it can hurt people and property.

To report illegal construction, call DCRA’s Illegal Construction Unit, at (202) 442-STOP (7867).

Select from these links for more information about illegal construction:

• Projects that require permits
• Projects that do not require permits
• Penalties
• Illegal Construction Fact Sheet*
• Stop Work Order Appeal*

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