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14
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$15,624
Fines (last 2 yrs)
40
Total violations
$37,754
Total fines
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Violations

IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $599
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,394 in fines
Mar 26, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Mar 26, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Interior
Dec 23, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01572 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
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Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,237
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,710 in fines
Mar 26, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Front of building Interior
Dec 23, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01572 Cooking room Interior
Dec 23, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01572 Cooking room Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
avg $514
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,028 in fines
Oct 4, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Living room 1
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
IPMC § 501.2
Failure by owner to provide required plumbing facilities and plumbing fixtures in a dwelling unit.
avg $1,042
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,084 in fines
Oct 4, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Kitchen 1
Oct 4, 2019 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Kitchen 1
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to exterminate rodent harborage or infestation by approved processes which are not injurious to human health
avg $522
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,043 in fines
Oct 4, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Kitchen 1
Oct 4, 2019 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Kitchen 1
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IPMC § 505.4
Failure to provide water heating facilities which provide water at a minimum temperature of 110°F 43° C .
avg $1,042
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,084 in fines
Oct 4, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Entire Unit 1
Oct 4, 2019 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Entire Unit 1
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $574
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,147 in fines
Mar 26, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Cooking room Interior
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $638
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,276 in fines
Mar 26, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Bathroom Interior
Mar 26, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
avg $2,493
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,985 in fines
Mar 26, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-02798 Common Area Interior
Dec 23, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01135 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,017 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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 · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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 · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $102 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $102 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to protect exterior wood surfaces, other than decay-resistant woods, from the elements and decay by painting or other protective covering or treatment
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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 sleep
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,034 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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 in each room used for sleeping purposes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,034 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
12-G DCMR § 702.4
Failure to have the required emergency escape and rescue openings operational from the inside of the room without the use of keys or tools
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,034 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
12-G DCMR § 402.2
Failure to provide common areas and stairways with sufficient illumination
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
12-G DCMR § 310.2
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 · $2,034 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
12-G DCMR § 302.4
Failure to maintain premises or exterior property free from noxious weeds or prohibited vegetative growth, as defined in 12-G DCMR § 302.4.1
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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 · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
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 · $509 in fines
Sep 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02544
12-G DCMR § 102.5
Failure to make repairs, maintenance work, alterations or installations caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of the Property Maintenance Code in a workmanlike manner
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,037 in fines
Oct 4, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00086 Living room 1
IPMC § 505.1
Failure to provide kitchen sinks, lavatories, laundry facilities, bathtubs and showers that are supplied with hot or tempered and cold running water.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Dec 23, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01135 Bathroom 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
Mar 26, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Entire Unit 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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Mar 26, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03996 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Interior

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