2514 4 th Street NE

Ward 5 ANC 5F 15 units Built c. 1957 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
13
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$15,669
Fines (last 2 yrs)
62
Total violations
$60,657
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 $549 14×
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Show details · 14 occurrences · $7,687 in fines
Jul 21, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-06461 Bathroom Interior
May 29, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05108 Bathroom Interior
May 29, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05108 Living room Interior
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Nov 27, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01212 Front Sleeping Room Interior
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Laundry room/area Basement to 1st Floor
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Sleeping Room 1
Dec 8, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01575 Cooking room Interior
Dec 8, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01575 Living room Interior
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Bathroom 1
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Bathroom 1
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Hallway 1
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Hallway 1
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Kitchen 1
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Sleeping Room 1
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
avg $2,118
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $10,590 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Common hallway 1
Jun 23, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Common hallway 2
Jun 23, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Common hallway 3
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Jun 23, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Common hallway Basement to 1st Floor
Jun 23, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Laundry room/area Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $522
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,086 in fines
Dec 8, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01575 Stairwell 2
Dec 8, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01575 Living room Interior
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Entrance door 1
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Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Sleeping Room 1
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,048
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,143 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Bathroom 1
Dec 8, 2020 $1,047 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01575 Cooking room Interior
Oct 11, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Entire Unit 1
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
avg $562
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,685 in fines
May 29, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05108 Rear of building Exterior
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Apartment Entrance Door 1
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Side of building 1
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12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $578
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,155 in fines
May 29, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05108 Kitchen Interior
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Common hallway Basement to 1st Floor
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,214
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,428 in fines
May 29, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05108 Kitchen Interior
Dec 23, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01753 Cooking room Interior
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 $1,154
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,308 in fines
May 28, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04162 Kitchen Interior
Jun 23, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Kitchen 1
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
avg $902
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,804 in fines
Mar 21, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03486 Entire Unit Interior
Dec 23, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01753 Entire Unit 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 $1,179
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,358 in fines
Nov 27, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01212 Bathroom Interior
Nov 27, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01212 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.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Bathroom 1
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to properly install and maintain a plumbing fixture in working order
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Bathroom 1
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
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Living room 1
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,118 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Sleeping Room 1
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area in proper state of repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Sleeping Room 1
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 · $524 in fines
Dec 8, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01575 Exterior Entrance Door Exterior
12-G DCMR § 309.5.1
Failure of owner to provide required extermination services where more than one sleeping or dwelling unit of a structure is infected with insects or rodents;
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $519 in fines
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Entire Unit 1
IPMC § 301.2
Failure to maintain premises in safe and sanitary condition or in compliance with this chapter of the Property Maintenance Code
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,037 in fines
Oct 11, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Entire Unit 1
12-G DCMR § 310.1
Failure to install to install an approved carbon monoxide alarm in the immediate vicinity of the bedrooms in dwelling units located in a building containing a fuel-burning appliance or a building which has an attached garage
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,075 in fines
Oct 11, 2019 $2,075 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Hallway 1
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
Oct 11, 2019 $2,075 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Hallway 1
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area free of hazardous conditions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $519 in fines
Oct 11, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00231 Front of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
failure of owner to take proper precautions to prevent insect re-infestation after insect extermination
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005895 Bathroom 1
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Side 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 · $530 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Side of building 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 · $530 in fines
Jun 23, 2021 $530 CAP 21UNIT-INS-005892 Side of building Exterior
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 · $590 in fines
Nov 27, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01212 Front Sleeping Room 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 · $118 in fines
Nov 27, 2023 $118 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01212 Common hallway 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 · $590 in fines
Dec 23, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01753 Cooking room 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 · $625 in fines
May 29, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04179 Kitchen Interior
12-G DCMR ?? 310.1, 310.2, 310.3, 310.4, 310.5, 310.6
Failure to install approved or properly maintain carbon monoxide detection system in compliance with the code and NFPA 720.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
May 29, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04179 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 · $2,499 in fines
May 29, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04179 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
failure of owner to take proper precautions to prevent rodent re-infestation after rodent extermination
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jul 21, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-06461 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 701.2
Failure of owner of the premises to provide and maintain code compliant fire safety facilities and equipment
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,549 in fines
Jan 26, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01680 Common hallway 1

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