1855 Marion Barry Avenue SE

Ward 8 12 units Built c. 1965 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → LandlordPortillo Legacy LLC
29
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$43,110
Fines (last 2 yrs)
29
Total violations
$43,110
Total fines
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Violations

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 $2,549 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,647 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03175 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03175 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03175 Sleeping room 3 Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,257 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,772 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04576 Hallway Interior
Nov 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Entire Building Interior
Nov 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Utility Closet Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 701.2
Failure of owner of the premises to provide and maintain code compliant fire safety facilities and equipment
avg $2,549 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,647 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03176 Common hallway 1
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03176 Common hallway 2
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03176 Common hallway 3
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
avg $625 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,875 in fines
Nov 19, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-02141 Front of building Exterior
Oct 6, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-01919 Rear Parking Lot Exterior
Oct 2, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-01895 Side of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure to promptly exterminate structures in which insects are found by approved processes
avg $632 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,263 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04576 Entire Unit Interior
Nov 19, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Entire Unit Interior
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12-G DCMR § 702.4
Having bars, grilles, grates or similar devices over emergency escape and rescue openings that are not releasable or removable from the inside without the use of a key, tool or force greater than that which is required for normal oper
avg $2,549 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $5,098 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03175 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03175 Sleeping room 2 Interior
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
avg $1,274 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,548 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03176 Common hallway 2
Apr 17, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03176 Common hallway 3
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $632 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,263 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04576 Apartment Entrance Door Interior/Exterior
Nov 19, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Nov 19, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 304.15
Failure to maintain exterior doors, door assemblies, operator systems, if provided, and/or hardware in good condition.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Nov 19, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Front of building Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Nov 19, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Entire Unit 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 · $2,499 in fines
Nov 19, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00693 Entire Building 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 · $1,249 in fines
Nov 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01115 Hallway 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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,549 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03176 Common hallway 2
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 · $2,549 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03175 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04576 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Apr 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04576 Sleeping room 2 Interior

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