The Housing with Integrity Amendment Act of 2025 aims to enhance accountability in the rental housing system in the District of Columbia by imposing stricter regulations on landlords who fail to maintain safe living conditions. The bill prohibits the issuance of new Basic Business Licenses to landlords who own rental properties with 10 or more units that have unresolved Class 1 or Class 2 housing code violations affecting 30% or more of those units for at least 90 days. Class 1 violations are serious threats to health and safety, while Class 2 violations, though less severe, still impact habitability. This legislation shifts the enforcement burden from tenants to landlords, ensuring that those who profit from rental housing are held accountable for providing safe and habitable conditions.

Additionally, the bill amends the Proactive Inspection Program Act of 2024 to establish a new highest-risk tier for properties with significant violations. It introduces a three-tier inspection system, where properties classified as Tier 1 will be inspected at least twice a year, while Tier 2 and Tier 3 properties will be inspected less frequently. This enhanced oversight aims to ensure consistent monitoring of landlords with poor compliance records, thereby promoting a housing system that prioritizes integrity, safety, and equity for all District residents.