District of Columbia Code Division VIII. General Laws. § 44-1003.01. Grounds for involuntary discharge, transfer, or relocation by facility.

(1) If essential to meet that resident's documented health-care needs or to be in accordance with his or her prescribed level of care;

(2) If essential to safeguard that resident or one or more other residents from physical or emotional injury;

(3) On account of nonpayment for his or her maintenance, after reasonable and appropriate notice, except as prohibited by subsection (b) of this section and 42 U.S.C. § 1395 et seq. and 42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.;

(4) If essential to meet the facility's reasonable administrative needs and no practicable alternative is available; or

(5) If the facility is closing or officially reducing its licensed capacity.