Each business engaging in any business transactions in the District, whether on a permanent or temporary basis, shall apply to the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (Department) for a basic business license with a general business endorsement (license) if:
A business subject to this chapter shall obtain a separate license for each business entity with a tax identification number and each business location in the District.
A licensee shall conspicuously post the license on the premises indicated on the license, which shall be available for inspection by any duly authorized government official.
A licensee shall obtain any other basic business license and endorsements as required by District statute or regulation.
A license issued under this chapter is not transferable.
D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-3800