809 Kennedy Street NW

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20
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$24,978
Fines (last 2 yrs)
33
Total violations
$38,421
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 $638 4×
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,552 in fines
Jan 15, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02219 Bathroom Interior
Jan 15, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02219 Bathroom Interior
Jan 15, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02219 Kitchen Interior
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Jan 15, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02219 Living room Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure to promptly exterminate structures in which insects are found by approved processes
avg $921 4×
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $3,683 in fines
Jan 15, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02219 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 23, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07005 Trash room Interior
Jul 22, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05801 Living room Interior
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Jul 17, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05686 Entire Building Entire Building
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $614 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,843 in fines
Jan 13, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02191 Exit door 2
Jun 7, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05026 Side of building Exterior
Feb 6, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-02827 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
12-G DCMR § 602.3
Failure by owner or operator of any building who rents, leases, or lets one or more dwelling units, rooming units, dormitory or guestrooms on terms, either express or implied, to supply heat during a period starting no later than Oct
avg $2,499 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,497 in fines
Dec 4, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00895 Bathroom Interior
Dec 4, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00895 Living room Interior
Dec 4, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00895 Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,239 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,716 in fines
Nov 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00983 Entire Unit Interior
Apr 28, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04335 Entire Unit Interior
Apr 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03899 Cooking room Interior
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IPMC § 603.1
Failure to properly install and maintain mechanical appliances, fireplaces, solid fuel-burning appliances, cooking appliances, and water heating appliances in a safe working condition capable of performing the intended function
avg $1,246 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,492 in fines
Jan 30, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01807 Entire Unit Interior
Jul 22, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04042 Living room Interior
IPMC § 704.1.1
(Failure to inspect, test and maintain automatic sprinkler systems in accordance with NFPA 25
avg $2,436 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,872 in fines
Jan 19, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIR-INS-02421 Bathroom Interior
Jan 19, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIR-INS-02421 Living room/sleeping room Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
avg $1,199 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,397 in fines
Feb 13, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-02993 Trash room Interior
Sep 20, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-05625 Entire Building Interior/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 · $590 in fines
Sep 20, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-05625 Trash room 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 · $590 in fines
Sep 20, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-05625 Trash room Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors capable of being opened and closed properly
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $122 in fines
Jan 18, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-02373 Common hallway 1
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Feb 13, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-02993 Rear of building Exterior
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 · $609 in fines
Feb 13, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00195 Side of building Interior
IPMC § 302.6
Failure to prevent pipes, ducts, conductors, fans or blowers from discharging gases, steam, vapor, hot air, grease, smoke, odors or other gaseous or particulate wastes directly upon abutting or adjacent public or private property or that o
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Mar 21, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03705 Common hallway Interior
IPMC § 605.1
Failure to install electrical equipment, wiring, or appliances in a safe and approved manner
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Jul 22, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04042 Living room Interior
IPMC § 603.4
Failure to maintain safety controls for fuel-burning equipment in effective operation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Dec 4, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00895 Eating room Interior
IPMC § 304.1.1(9)
Permitting an unsafe exterior structural condition to exist on premises wherein flooring and flooring components with defects that affect serviceability or flooring components that show signs of deterioration or fatigue, are not prope
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jan 13, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01507 Common Area Exterior
IPMC § 505.3
Failure to provide a water supply system which provides adequate volume and/or pressure at fixtures, devices, and appurtenances
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Jan 15, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02219 Bathroom Interior

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