(Washington, DC) The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) is assisting the Department of Consumer and Regulatory Affairs (DCRA) with the implementation of their Street Vendor Program. Under DCRA policy, LSDBE-certified vendors will be given preference on locations via a lottery separate from uncertified vendors. Interested vendors must apply for LSDBE certification with the DSLBD Office of Certification, Compliance and Enforcement. Additional information regarding vendor licensing is available on the DCRA website or by calling the Vending Hotline at (202) 442-4512.