2425 Alabama Avenue SE

Ward 8 12 units Built c. 1950 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → LandlordAdolphe J Edwards · 9 buildings

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This building's landlord, Adolphe J Edwards, is one of the worst landlords in DC. One of the 20 worst city-wide by total fines assessed.

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Total violations
$37,738
Total fines
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In last 2 years
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Violations

12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
avg $530 9×
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Show details · 9 occurrences · $4,770 in fines
Nov 10, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Front Sleeping Room Interior
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Bathroom Interior
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Hallway Interior
+6 more
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Living room Interior
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Jun 25, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04616 Bathroom Interior
Jun 24, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04573 Bathroom Interior
Jun 24, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04573 Hallway Interior
Jun 24, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04573 Living room Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,090 7×
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Show details · 7 occurrences · $7,629 in fines
Nov 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Bathroom Interior
Nov 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Common hallway Interior
Nov 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Cooking room Interior
+4 more
Nov 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Eating room Interior
Nov 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Front of building Interior
Jun 25, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04616 Hallway Interior
Jun 25, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04616 Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $535 4×
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,138 in fines
Nov 10, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Nov 18, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01004 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Nov 18, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01004 Bathroom Interior
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Jul 30, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05396 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $542 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,084 in fines
Nov 10, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Bathroom Interior
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.2
Failure to install or maintain single- or multiple-station smoke alarms in Group I-1 and R occupancies, and dwellings not regulated as Group R occupancies, regardless of occupant load in each room used for sleeping purposes
avg $2,118 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,236 in fines
Jan 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Jan 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Sleeping room 2 Interior
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IPMC § 301.2
Failure to maintain premises in safe and sanitary condition or in compliance with this chapter of the Property Maintenance Code
avg $1,059 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,118 in fines
Jan 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Hallway Interior
Jan 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Sleeping room 1 Interior
IPMC § 602.2
Failure to provide heating facilities for residential occupancies which are capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68°F20°C in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,037 in fines
Nov 4, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00701 Cooking room Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.2
Failure to install or maintain single- or multiple-station smoke alarms in Groups R-2, R-3, and R-4, and dwellings not regulated as Group R occupancies, regardless of occupant load in each room used for sleeping purposes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,075 in fines
Nov 4, 2019 $2,075 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00701 Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.2
Failure to install or maintain single- or multiple-station smoke alarms in Groups R-2, R-3, and R-4, and dwellings not regulated as Group R occupancies, regardless of occupant load on the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleepi
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,075 in fines
Nov 4, 2019 $2,075 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00701 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 602.6
Failure of the owner of a multiple dwelling, containing two or more units served by a heating facility, to have heating facility inspected annually by a qualified person
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $519 in fines
Nov 4, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00701 Cooking room Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $524 in fines
Jun 25, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-04616 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 304.15
Failure to tightly secure the lock on entrance doors to dwelling units or sleeping units and/or failure to maintain locks on means of egress doors in accordance with section 702.3 of the IMPC
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $524 in fines
Jul 30, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05396 Front of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.2
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,093 in fines
Jul 30, 2020 $2,093 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05396 Common hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 308.1
Failure to maintain exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish and garbage
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $524 in fines
Jul 30, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05396 Entire Yard Exterior
12-G DCMR § 302.4
Failure to maintain premises or exterior property free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 8 inches
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $524 in fines
Jul 30, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05396 Side of 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 · $524 in fines
Jul 30, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05396 Side of building Exterior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Jan 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Cooking room Interior
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to maintain all plumbing fixtures in a safe, sanitary, and functional condition.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Cooking room Interior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Jan 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Sleeping room 1 Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.2
Failure to install or maintain single- or multiple-station smoke alarms in Group I-1 and R occupancies, and dwellings not regulated as Group R occupancies, regardless of occupant load on the ceiling or wall outside of each separate s
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,118 in fines
Jan 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01993 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.4
Failure to maintain stairs and/or other walking surfaces in sound condition, good repair and free from hazardous conditions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
Nov 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00833 Common hallway Interior

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