400 Chesapeake Street SE

Ward 8 ANC 8E 13 units Built c. 1951 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
46
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$48,688
Fines (last 2 yrs)
112
Total violations
$117,133
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 $582 14×
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Show details · 14 occurrences · $8,147 in fines
Apr 11, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03955 Bathroom 3
Apr 11, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03955 Living room 3
Apr 11, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03956 Common hallway 3
+11 more
Apr 11, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03956 Common hallway Basement
Mar 17, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03343 Bathroom Interior
Jul 21, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Closet 2
Jul 21, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Living room 2
Jul 21, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Sleeping room 3 2
Dec 27, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01480 Kitchen Interior
May 25, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Living room Interior
Feb 10, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03019 Living room Interior
Dec 2, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Bathroom Interior
Dec 2, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Common hallway Interior
Dec 2, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Living room Interior
12-G DCMR § 104.3
Failure to allow code official entry into the structure or premises at a reasonable time, for the purpose of inspecting and enforcing the Property Maintenance Code
avg $1,249 10×
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Show details · 10 occurrences · $12,490 in fines
May 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03669 Entire Unit Basement
May 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03670 Entire Unit 3
May 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03672 Entire Unit 3
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May 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03673 Entire Unit 1
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03654 Entire Unit 1
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03656 Entire Unit 1
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03658 Entire Unit 2
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03659 Entire Unit 2
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03660 Entire Unit 1
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03665 Entire Unit 2
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
avg $600
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Show details · 8 occurrences · $4,796 in fines
Feb 19, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIS-INS-00138 Rear of building Exterior
Oct 28, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-02041 Side of building Exterior
Apr 11, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00352 Rear yard Exterior
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Mar 17, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00252 Rear of building Exterior
Aug 28, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00889 Side of building Exterior
Aug 8, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04626 Side of building Entire Building
Feb 10, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03019 Side of building Exterior
Dec 2, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Common hallway 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 $1,153
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Show details · 6 occurrences · $6,919 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03343 Kitchen Interior
Jul 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05463 Utility Closet Interior
Jul 21, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Entire Unit 2
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Dec 27, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01480 Kitchen Interior
Dec 27, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01480 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Dec 2, 2021 $1,059 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 302.4
Failure to maintain premises or exterior property free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 8 inches
avg $575
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Show details · 6 occurrences · $3,450 in fines
Jul 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00916 Entire Yard Exterior
Aug 28, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00889 Entire Yard Exterior
Jul 7, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01245 Entire Yard Exterior
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May 25, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Front yard Exterior
May 25, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Rear yard Exterior
May 25, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Side yard Exterior
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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 $1,185
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $5,923 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02477 Kitchen Exterior
Jul 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03802 Cooking room Interior
Jul 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03802 Utility Closet Interior
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Jul 21, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIE-INS-05992 Kitchen 2
Dec 2, 2021 $1,059 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Cooking room Interior
12-G DCMR § 302.1
Failure of the owner to maintain exterior property and premises in clean, safe and sanitary condition
avg $611
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $3,054 in fines
Jul 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00916 Entire Yard Exterior
Jul 1, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00893 Rear yard Exterior
Mar 17, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00252 Front of building Exterior
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Feb 3, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00087 Rear yard Exterior
Jul 7, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01245 Entire Yard Exterior
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
avg $2,285
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $9,141 in fines
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03657 Living room 2
Dec 27, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03917 Hallway Interior
Dec 27, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03917 Sleeping room 1 Interior
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Dec 27, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03917 Sleeping room 3 Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,154
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,463 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04743 Cooking room 2
May 25, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Bathroom Interior
May 25, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Common hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure maintain fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 as referenced in the Fire Code
avg $2,118
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,354 in fines
Dec 2, 2021 $2,118 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Common hallway 1st to 2nd Floor
Dec 2, 2021 $2,118 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Common hallway 2nd to 3rd Floor
Dec 2, 2021 $2,118 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Common hallway Basement to 1st Floor
12-G DCMR § 704.1.2
Failure keep all required portable fire extinguishers visible and readily accessible
avg $2,075
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,225 in fines
May 29, 2019 $2,075 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Common hallway 1
May 29, 2019 $2,075 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Common hallway 1st to 2nd Floor
May 29, 2019 $2,075 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Common hallway 2nd to 3rd Floor
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
avg $2,288
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,864 in fines
May 8, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03151 Common hallway Interior
Dec 27, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03917 Common hallway Interior
May 25, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Common hallway Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $542
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,084 in fines
May 25, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Entrance door Interior
Dec 9, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01464 Entrance door Interior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,072
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,144 in fines
May 25, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Entire Unit Interior
May 29, 2019 $1,037 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Kitchen 3
12-G DCMR § 702.6
Failure to maintain all ?Exit? signs visible
avg $1,107
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,214 in fines
Dec 27, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03917 Common hallway 1
Dec 27, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03917 Common hallway 2nd to 3rd Floor
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
avg $560
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,120 in fines
Jul 21, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Sleeping room 3 2
Dec 9, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01464 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
avg $1,143
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,286 in fines
Jul 21, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Entire Unit 2
Feb 10, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03019 Entire Building Interior
12-G DCMR § 304.14
Failure to maintain all openings to the external air between March 15 and November 15 with tightly fitting screens of minimum 16 mesh per inch 16 mesh per 25mm and/or failure to maintain every screen door used for insect control wit
avg $115
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $229 in fines
Jul 21, 2023 $118 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Entire Unit 2
May 25, 2022 $111 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Common hallway Interior
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
avg $572
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,144 in fines
Aug 8, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04626 Entire Yard Exterior
Jul 7, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01245 Entire Yard Exterior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $572
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,144 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03343 Bathroom Interior
May 29, 2019 $519 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Common hallway 2nd to 3rd Floor
12-G DCMR § 702.6
Failure to have a means of egress indicated with approved ?Exit? signs as required by the Building Code
avg $1,249
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,498 in fines
Apr 11, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02973 Entrance foyer 1
Mar 17, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02477 Common hallway Interior
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 · $2,075 in fines
May 29, 2019 $2,075 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Sleeping Room 3
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 · $519 in fines
May 29, 2019 $519 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Kitchen 3
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
May 29, 2019 $2,075 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Hallway 3
12-G DCMR § 608.2
Failure of the owner or operator of a housing business who provides air conditioning t maintain each such unit in safe and good working condition so that it can provide from May 15 to September 15, an inside temperature in the rooms
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $519 in fines
May 29, 2019 $519 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-03802 Entire Unit 3
12-G DCMR § 308.2.1
Failure of an owner of an occupied premise to maintain proper rubbish storage facilities in approved covered containers that are readily accessible to all occupants at all times through common space
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Feb 19, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIS-INS-00138 Rear of building Exterior
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 · $1,059 in fines
Dec 2, 2021 $1,059 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Entire Unit 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 · $2,118 in fines
Dec 2, 2021 $2,118 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01273 Entire Unit 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 in each room used for sleeping purposes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Apr 11, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02972 Sleeping Room 3
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 · $530 in fines
Dec 9, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01464 Entrance door Interior
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have receptacle outlets with the appropriate faceplate covers for the location
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $554 in fines
Feb 10, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03019 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 308.2.1
Failure of an owner of an occupied premise to remove or provide for the removal of rubbish that is stored in approved covered containers
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $554 in fines
Feb 10, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03019 Side of building Exterior
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 · $125 in fines
Apr 11, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03955 Utility Closet 3
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 · $2,214 in fines
May 25, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Common hallway Interior
IPMC § 306.1.1
Failure to correct an unsafe condition pertaining to wood
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
May 25, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 304.1
Failure to maintain exterior of structure in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
May 25, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05697 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $554 in fines
Jul 7, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01245 Entire Yard Exterior
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $111 in fines
Dec 27, 2022 $111 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01480 Common hallway 2nd to 3rd Floor
12-G DCMR § 702.4
Failure of the owner to keep fire escapes, stairways, and other egress facilities in a good state of repair, painted and free from obstruction
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02477 Rear of building Exterior
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 · $1,249 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02477 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 608.1
Failure of the owner or operator of a housing business who provides air conditioning to maintain each such unit in safe and good working condition so that it can provide from May 15 to September 15, an inside temperature in the roo
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
Jul 21, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-04275 Hallway 2
12-G DCMR § 704.3.2
Failure to install an approved permanent sign adjacent to each manual fire alarm box that reads: ?WHEN ALARM SOUNDS CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT,? where fire alarm systems are not monitored by a supervising station
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02477 Common hallway Interior
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 · $625 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03343 Front of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 304.7
Failure to maintain roof drains, gutters and downspouts in good repair or free from obstructions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03343 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 306.1.1
Failure to correct an unsafe condition pertaining to soil
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Mar 17, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03343 Rear of building Exterior

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