1371 Congress Street SE

Ward 8 Built c. 1949 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → LandlordSE Washington Development... · 48 buildings Listed ownerLois Fried

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This building's landlord, SE Washington Development Associates II LP, is one of the worst landlords in DC. Ranked #1 city-wide by total fines assessed.

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17
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$12,370
Fines (last 2 yrs)
17
Open violations
$12,370
Fines on open violations
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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 $638 5×
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 5 occurrences · $3,190 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Living room 1
Aug 13, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Sleeping room 1 1
Jun 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Sleeping Room 1
+2 more
Jun 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Stairwell 1st to 2nd Floor
Jun 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Bathroom 2
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $638 3×
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,914 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Bathroom 2
Jun 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Bathroom 1
Jun 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Bathroom 2
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 $1,274 2×
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,548 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Bathroom 2
Jun 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Bathroom 2
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
avg $128 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $256 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $128 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Front of building Exterior
Jun 29, 2026 $128 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Front 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 · $638 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Front yard Exterior
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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 · $638 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-07804 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Basement
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Aug 13, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIE-INS-04904 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to maintain all plumbing fixtures in a safe, sanitary, and functional condition.
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Jun 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06290 Bathroom 2
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Jun 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIE-INS-04199 Front of building Exterior

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