124 Atlantic Street SE

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This building's landlord, 54 Congress Heights L.L.C, is one of the worst landlords in Ward 8.

3
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$1,499
Fines (last 2 yrs)
87
Total violations
$85,064
Total fines
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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 $552 11×
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Show details · 11 occurrences · $6,077 in fines
Jun 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Jan 5, 2024 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01933 Laundry room/area 2
Jan 5, 2024 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01933 Common hallway Interior
+8 more
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Laundry room/area 2
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Laundry room/area 3
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412 Utility Closet Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007011 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007016 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Utility Closet 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
avg $1,095
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Show details · 7 occurrences · $7,668 in fines
Jun 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Apr 26, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Rear of building Exterior
Apr 26, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Common hallway Interior
+4 more
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007016 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Entire Unit 1
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $556
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Show details · 6 occurrences · $3,338 in fines
Jun 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Bathroom Interior
Jun 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412
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Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to properly install and maintain a plumbing fixture in working order
avg $530
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $2,650 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Bathroom Interior
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Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $554
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $2,770 in fines
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Laundry room/area 2
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Common hallway 3
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Laundry room/area 3
+2 more
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Security door Exterior
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Entrance door Interior
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IPMC § 703.1
(Failure to maintain the required fire-resistance rating of fire-resistance-rated walls, fire stops, shaft enclosures, and/or partitions and floors
avg $2,118
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $8,472 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007013 Utility Closet Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Utility Closet Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Entire Unit Interior
+1 more
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Utility Closet Interior
IPMC § 703.2
Failure to maintain all fire and smokestop doors in operable condition
avg $2,118
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,354 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007016 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have at least one receptacle in every bathroom
avg $530
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,590 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007016 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 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
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,354 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412 Common hallway Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
avg $1,059
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,177 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Entire Unit Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,215
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,646 in fines
Nov 9, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00952 Living room Interior
Jun 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Cooking room Interior
Jan 5, 2024 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01933 Laundry room/area Interior
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
avg $113
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $339 in fines
Jun 20, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Sep 28, 2022 $111 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03402 Laundry room/area 3
Aug 5, 2021 $106 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Living room Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.5
Failure to continuously maintain fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable NFPA requirements or as otherwise directed by the code official
avg $2,214
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,428 in fines
Sep 28, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22NOIE-INS-02727 Common hallway 1
Sep 28, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22NOIE-INS-02727 Common hallway 3
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area in proper state of repair
avg $554
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,108 in fines
Sep 28, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03402 Rear of building Exterior
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
avg $1,059
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,118 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007013 Kitchen Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Kitchen Interior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,059
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,118 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412 Cooking room Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 404.7.1
Owner furnished facilities located outside of sleeping or dwelling unit for cooking, storage or refrigeration of food are not maintained by the owner in a safe and sanitary condition and in good working order.
avg $530
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,060 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Kitchen Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Kitchen Interior
IPMC § 501.2
Owner occupying or allowing any person to occupy the premises or structure when the structure lacks the required plumbing fixtures or plumbing facilities or the plumbing fixtures or plumbing facilities are not properly maintained.
avg $1,059
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,118 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Bathroom Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $609
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,218 in fines
Jun 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Hallway Interior
Jun 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05247 Sleeping room 1 Interior
IPMC § 304.18
Failure to provide a rented dwelling unit with a device designed to provide security for the occupants and property within with respect to doors, windows, and hatchways
avg $1,059
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,118 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007016 Living room Interior
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that are securely attached to jambs, headers or tracks as intended by the manufacturer of the attachment hardware
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Dec 17, 2025 $125 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01607 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
IPMC § 604.3.2
Failure to replace electrical switches, receptacles and fixtures, including furnace, water heating, security system circuits, or power distribution circuits that have been exposed to fire
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Kitchen Interior
IPMC § 506.2
Failure to keep every plumbing stack, vent, waste and sewer line free from obstructions, leaks, or defect.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that fit reasonably well within the frame
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Nov 9, 2025 $125 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00952 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to maintain all siding and masonry joints, or those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights, weather resistant and water tight
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Sleeping room 2 Interior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to coat all metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion to inhibit such rust and corrosion
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007020 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to exterminate rodent harborage or infestation by approved processes which are not injurious to human health
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-06412 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.4.4
Tampered with, removed, destroyed, disconnected, or removed the batteries from any installed smoke alarm, outside the course of an authorized inspection, maintenance or replacement of the alarm
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,118 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007015 Hallway 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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,118 in fines
Aug 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-007014 Hallway Interior
IPMC § 604.3.1
Failure to replace electrical distribution equipment, motor circuits, power equipment, transformers, wire, cable, flexible cords, wiring devices, ground fault circuit interrupters, surge protectors, molded case circuit breakers, low-volt
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Jun 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03663 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure keep all required portable fire extinguishers visible and readily accessible
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,358 in fines
Jan 5, 2024 $2,358 CAP 24NOIE-INS-01395 Common hallway Interior
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $554 in fines
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Laundry room/area 2
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 · $554 in fines
Apr 26, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-04846 Entire Yard Exterior
12-G DCMR § 704.3.2
Failure to install an approved permanent sign adjacent to each manual fire alarm box that reads: ?WHEN ALARM SOUNDS CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT,? where fire alarm systems are not monitored by a supervising station
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
Sep 28, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22NOIE-INS-02727 Common hallway 3
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,358 in fines
Jan 5, 2024 $2,358 CAP 24NOIE-INS-01395 Common hallway Interior

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