1807 Newton Street NW

Ward 1 7 units Built c. 1907 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → LandlordSteininger, John E · 2 buildings

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This building's landlord, Steininger, John E, is one of the worst landlords in Ward 1. Ranked #9 in the ward by total fines assessed.

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36
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$49,938
Fines (last 2 yrs)
36
Total violations
$49,938
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 $609 8×
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Show details · 8 occurrences · $4,872 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Cooking room 3
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Living room 3
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Stairwell 3
+5 more
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00217 Bathroom Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00217 Living room Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00230 Living room Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00235 Bathroom Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00235 Living room/sleeping room Interior
12-G DCMR § 310.2
Failure 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
avg $2,436 4×
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $9,744 in fines
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00131 Living room/sleeping room Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00134 Living room/sleeping room Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00144 Entire Unit Interior
+1 more
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00146 Living room/sleeping room Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $609 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,827 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Bathroom 3
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Bathroom 3
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00235 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,218 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,654 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Cooking room 3
Oct 10, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00217 Bathroom Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00217 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure maintain fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 as referenced in the Fire Code
avg $2,436 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,308 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00156 hallway 1
Oct 11, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00156 hallway 2
Oct 11, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00156 hallway 3
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12-G DCMR § 307.1
Failure to provide a proper handrail for stairs having more than three risers
avg $1,218 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,436 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Front of building Exterior
Oct 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Front yard Exterior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
avg $2,436 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,872 in fines
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00145 Common hallway 2
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00145 Common hallway 3
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 $2,436 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,872 in fines
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00131 Living room/sleeping room Interior
Oct 10, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00146 Living room/sleeping room Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to have extinguishers of an approved type
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,436 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00156 Cooking room 3
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 · $2,436 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00156 Living room 3
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Eating room 3
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 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 · $609 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00246 Entire Unit 3
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 · $1,218 in fines
Oct 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00156 Hallway 1
12-G DCMR 305.3
Failure to repair, remove or cover peeling, chipping, flaking or abraded paint
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00235 Cooking room Interior
IPMC § 403.2
Failure to provide proper ventilation for bathroom or toilet room
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Oct 10, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-00235 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 505.3
Failure to maintain an adequate water supply system and/or failure to keep water supply system free from defects and leaks.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Oct 10, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00134 Bathroom Interior

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