1322 Congress Street SE

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24
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$20,992
Fines (last 2 yrs)
33
Total violations
$28,300
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 $619 11×
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Show details · 11 occurrences · $6,811 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02234 Hallway Basement
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Cooking room 2
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Rear Sleeping Room 2
+8 more
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Stairwell 2
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Stairwell 2
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Utility Closet 2
Mar 20, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03438 Living room Interior
Apr 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03897 Right Sleeping Room 2
Feb 22, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03145 Bathroom Interior
Feb 22, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03145 Entrance foyer Interior
Feb 22, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03145 Utility Room Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,241
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $4,965 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02234 Cooking room Basement
Jan 16, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Cooking room 1
Jan 16, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Cooking room 1
+1 more
Apr 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03897 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
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Bathroom 2
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02235 Entire Unit 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 · $1,218 in fines
Feb 22, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03145 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Feb 22, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03145 Cooking room Interior
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12-G DCMR § 309.1
failure of owner to take proper precautions to prevent rodent re-infestation after rodent extermination
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Apr 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03897 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 · $609 in fines
Apr 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03897 Apartment Entrance Door Exterior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors capable of being opened and closed properly
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $125 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02237 Utility Closet 2
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that fit reasonably well within the frame
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $125 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02237 Sleeping Room 2
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
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02237 Apartment Rear Entrance Door 2
IPMC § 505.4
Failure to provide or maintain a water heater which has an approved combination temperature and pressure-relief valve and relief valve discharge pipe.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02236 Utility Closet 1
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
Jan 16, 2026 $125 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02234 Hallway Basement
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to stabilize and coat all surfaces with rust or corrosion to inhibit future rust and corrosion
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02233 Front of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 307.1
Failure to provide a proper handrail for stairs having more than three risers
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02233 Front of building Exterior
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 · $625 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01538 Cooking room 2
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
Jan 16, 2026 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01537 Left Sleeping Room 2
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure keep all required portable fire extinguishers visible and readily accessible
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01537 Cooking room 1
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
Jan 16, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01536 Utility Closet Basement
IPMC § 502.2
Failure to provide at least one water closet, and/or lavatory, and/or bathtub or shower per four rooming units
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Jan 16, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01536 Bathroom Basement

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