653 East Capitol Street SE

Ward 6 ANC 6B 32 units Built c. 1909 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
15
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$24,302
Fines (last 2 yrs)
16
Total violations
$26,516
Total fines
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Violations

12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure maintain fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 as referenced in the Fire Code
avg $2,499
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $9,996 in fines
May 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03495 Common hallway 1
May 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03495 Common hallway 2
May 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03495 Common hallway 3
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May 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03495 Common hallway Basement
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
avg $625
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,250 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02710 Kitchen Interior
Feb 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02710 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 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03495 Hallway 2
IPMC ?305.1.1
Permitting to exist on premises unsafe stairs, landings, balconies, and all similar walking surfaces, including guards and handrails, that are not structurally sound, not properly anchored or are anchored with connections not capable of
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03495 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 501.2
Failure by owner to provide required plumbing facilities and plumbing fixtures in a dwelling unit.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02049 Bathroom Interior
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IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02049 Kitchen 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 · $2,499 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02049 Kitchen Interior
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 · $625 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02710 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure to promptly exterminate structures in which insects are found by approved processes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02710 Entire Unit Interior
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 · $625 in fines
Feb 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02710 Kitchen Interior
12-G DCMR § 602.2
Failure to provide heating facilities for residential occupancies which are capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68?F20?C in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,436 in fines
Dec 5, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00823 Entire Unit 1
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,214 in fines
Nov 28, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03557 Entire Building Interior

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