1644 W Street SE

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73
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$92,218
Fines (last 2 yrs)
104
Total violations
$117,454
Total fines
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Violations

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 13×
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Show details · 13 occurrences · $16,237 in fines
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03539 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03540 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03541 Apartment Entrance Door 1
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May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03542 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03544 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03547 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03548 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03549 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03550 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03553 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03554 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03555 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03556 Apartment Entrance Door 1
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
avg $561 12×
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Show details · 12 occurrences · $6,736 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04118 Entire Unit Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Sleeping Room Interior
Mar 14, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03306 Common hallway Basement
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Jun 7, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05050 Hallway Interior
Jul 11, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01322 Living room Interior
Dec 3, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Living room Interior
Dec 3, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Sleeping Room Interior
Sep 3, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-07029 Cooking room Interior
Sep 3, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-07029 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 3, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-07029 Left Sleeping Room Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05304 Bathroom Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,200 12×
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Show details · 12 occurrences · $14,394 in fines
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03551 Rear Interior Porch 1
May 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03551 Rear Interior Porch 1
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03077 Cooking room Interior
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Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03077 Cooking room Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03077 Living room Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03077 Living room Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03079 Living room Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03091 Living room Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03091 Living room Interior
Sep 3, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-07029 Utility Closet Exterior
Jul 27, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Living room Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Living room Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $586
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $2,929 in fines
May 13, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04693 Bathroom 1
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04116 Bathroom Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Bathroom Interior
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Sep 3, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-07029 Cooking room Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that fit reasonably well within the frame
avg $116
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $462 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Hallway Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Living room Interior
Dec 3, 2021 $106 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Closet Interior
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Dec 3, 2021 $106 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Entrance door Interior
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12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure keep all required portable fire extinguishers visible and readily accessible
avg $2,499
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,497 in fines
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03576 Common hallway 2nd to 3rd Floor
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03093 Stairwell Interior
Feb 25, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02170 Entire Building 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 including basements and cellars but not including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics
avg $2,499
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,497 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03079 Hallway Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03091 Hallway Interior
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03091 Sleeping 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 $1,133
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,265 in fines
Jun 7, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03527 Cooking room Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Kitchen 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 $1,139
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,277 in fines
Jun 7, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05050 Entire Unit Interior
Dec 3, 2021 $1,059 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,053
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,106 in fines
Dec 3, 2021 $1,059 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Entire Unit Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $625
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,250 in fines
May 13, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04693 Kitchen 1
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04137 Stairwell 1
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 $118
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $236 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Balcony door Interior
Jul 11, 2022 $111 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01322 Balcony door Interior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors capable of being opened and closed properly
avg $116
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $231 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Cooking room Interior
Dec 3, 2021 $106 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Balcony door Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure to promptly exterminate structures in which insects are found by approved processes
avg $866
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,732 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04133 Entire Unit Interior
Jul 11, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01322 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $524
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,048 in fines
Jul 27, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05304 Sleeping Room Interior
Jul 27, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Living room Interior
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
avg $1,249
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,498 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03576 Common hallway Basement to 1st Floor
Mar 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02456 Utility Room Basement
IPMC § 701.2
Failure of owner of the premises to provide and maintain code compliant fire safety facilities and equipment
avg $2,499
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,998 in fines
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03576 Apartment Entrance Door 1
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03576 Common hallway 1st to 2nd Floor
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 · $609 in fines
Sep 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00908 Entire Yard Exterior
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 · $2,499 in fines
Feb 27, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02204 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR ?? 108.1.1 and 108.1.1.5 (8)
Allowing a dangerous structure or premises to exist consisting of a building or structure that has been constructed, exists or is maintained in violation of any specific requirement or prohibition applicable to
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Mar 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02456 Utility Room Basement
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 · $609 in fines
Sep 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00908 Rear of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 102.2
Improperly caused service, facility, equipment or utility in an occupied dwelling, which is required under this section, to be removed from or shut off from or discontinued
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,436 in fines
Aug 6, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04279 Utility Room Basement
IPMC § 601.2
Owner occupying or permitting another person to occupy the structure or premises, which lacks the required mechanical and electrical facilities or owner occupying or permitting another person to occupy the structure or premise where the r
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Aug 6, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04279 Utility Room Basement
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 · $1,218 in fines
Jun 7, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05050 Entire Unit 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 · $2,118 in fines
Dec 3, 2021 $2,118 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01326 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 304.10
Failure to maintain exterior stairway, deck, porch, balcony, or any appurtenance attached thereto in a structurally sound manner, in good repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Sep 3, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-07029 Roof Exterior
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 · $1,047 in fines
Dec 28, 2020 $1,047 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01881 Entire Building Interior
IPMC § 403.4
Failure to provide proper exhaust system to remove injurious, toxic, irritating or noxious fumes, gases, dusts or mists
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,047 in fines
Dec 28, 2020 $1,047 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01881 Entire Building Interior
12-G DCMR §§ 108.1 and 108.1.3
Structure is unfit for human occupancy because it is unsafe; unlawful; or due to the degree of disrepair or lack of maintenance, is unsanitary or vermin or rat infested, contains filth and contamination, or lacks ventilatio
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,093 in fines
Jul 27, 2020 $2,093 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Entire Unit 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 on the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleepi
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,093 in fines
Jul 27, 2020 $2,093 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Living 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 · $524 in fines
Jul 27, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05305 Living room Interior
IPMC § 304.1.1 (4)
Permitting an unsafe exterior structural condition to exist on premises wherein siding and masonry joints, including joints between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights are not maintained, weather re
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03576 Apartment Rear Entrance Door 3
12-G DCMR § 704.5
Failure to continuously maintain fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable NFPA requirements or as otherwise directed by the code official
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03576 Laundry room/area Basement
IPMC § 306.1.1
Failure to correct an unsafe condition pertaining to masonry
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04696 Apartment Entrance Door 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 · $625 in fines
May 14, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04696 Front of building 1
IPMC § 302.8
Failure to prevent a vehicle in a state of major disassembly, disrepair or in the process of being stripped or dismantled from being on the premises
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
May 14, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04696 Right Parking Lot 1
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have ground fault circuit interrupter protection for every new bathroom receptacle outlet
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
May 14, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04696 Laundry room/area Basement
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
May 13, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04693 Entire Unit 1
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 · $625 in fines
May 13, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04693 Kitchen 1
IPMC § 704.2.3
Failure to have smoke alarms that emit a signal when the batteries are low
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03079
IPMC § 704.2.3
Failure to have single-station smoke alarms receive their primary power from the building wiring
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03079 Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 602.4
Failure to supply indoor occupiable work spaces with sufficient heat during the period from October 15 to May 15 to maintain a minimum temperature of 65 ?F18?C during the hours the spaces are occupied.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03091 Living room Interior
IPMC § 304.1.1(9)
Permitting an unsafe exterior structural condition to exist on premises wherein flooring and flooring components with defects that affect serviceability or flooring components that show signs of deterioration or fatigue, are not prope
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03093 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 403.2
Failure to provide proper ventilation for bathroom or toilet room
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04116 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to properly install and maintain a plumbing fixture in working order
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04116 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have at least one receptacle in every bathroom
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04116 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04118 Sleeping Room Interior
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 · $625 in fines
Apr 18, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04137 Exterior Entrance Door 1
12-G DCMR ?? 108.1.1 and 108.1.1.5 (7)
Allowing a dangerous structure or premises to exist consisting of a building or structure that is neglected, damaged, dilapidated, unsecured or abandoned so as to become an attractive nuisance to children who mi
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Mar 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02456 Common hallway Basement

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