238 Rhode Island Avenue NW

Ward 5 1 units Built c. 1911 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → LandlordBarbara Alston
4
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$2,552
Fines (last 2 yrs)
9
Total violations
$6,680
Total fines
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Violations

IPMC § 302.9
Failure to restore exterior surface of a structure or building to approved state of maintenance and repair after it was damaged, mutilated or defaced by markings, carvings or graffiti
avg $614 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,228 in fines
Jan 27, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02514 Entire Building Exterior
May 3, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03028 Entire Building Exterior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Jan 27, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02514 Entire Building Exterior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Jan 27, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02514 Entire Building Exterior
IPMC § 304.6
Failure to maintain exterior walls free from holes, breaks, or loose or rotting materials
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Jan 27, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02514 Entire Building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 304.7
Failure to maintain roof drains, gutters and downspouts in good repair or free from obstructions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
Sep 12, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-05440 Front of building Exterior
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IPMC § 306.1.1
Failure to correct an unsafe condition pertaining to masonry
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,179 in fines
Sep 12, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-05440 Entire Building Exterior
IPMC § 306.1.1
Failure to correct an unsafe condition pertaining to wood
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,179 in fines
Sep 12, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-05440 Entire Building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 302.1
Failure of the owner to maintain exterior property and premises in clean, safe and sanitary condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
May 3, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03028 Rear of building Exterior

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