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Achieving NARR 3.0 Level II certification signals to residents, referral partners, and funders that your home meets a rigorous, nationally recognized standard — an increasingly important signal in a jurisdiction where federal funding and compliance expectations are high.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGetting certified in D.C. means preparing comprehensive policy and procedure documentation, demonstrating alignment with NARR 3.0 Level II standards, and navigating the District's unique federal-district regulatory context. 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