1656 W Street SE

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25
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$34,341
Fines (last 2 yrs)
73
Total violations
$82,309
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 $571 11×
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Show details · 11 occurrences · $6,286 in fines
Mar 13, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03284 Utility Room Basement
Feb 27, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02915 Living room Interior
May 23, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04763 Bathroom Interior
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May 23, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04763 Living room Interior
Dec 30, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01521 Hallway Interior
May 23, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Cooking room Interior
May 23, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Living room Interior
May 23, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Sleeping Room Interior
May 5, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Living room Interior
Dec 15, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01690 Hallway Interior
Jul 23, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05234 Stairwell 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
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $6,245 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03572 Entire Unit Interior
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03573 Entire Unit Interior
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03577 Entire Unit Interior
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May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03580 Entire Unit Interior
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03583 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,095
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $5,475 in fines
Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03955 Living room Interior
Jun 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22NOIE-INS-01169 Cooking room 3
Jun 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22NOIE-INS-01169 Living room 3
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May 5, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Entire Unit Interior
Dec 15, 2020 $1,047 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01690 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 $1,107
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $4,428 in fines
Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01521 Bathroom Interior
Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01521 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
May 23, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Cooking room Interior
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May 5, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Living 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 $1,170
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $4,681 in fines
Feb 27, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02215 Living room Interior
May 23, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03312 Cooking room Interior
Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03955 Living room Interior
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Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03955 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
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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 $1,107
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,321 in fines
Aug 11, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22NOIR-INS-02219 Right Sleeping Room 1
May 5, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Living room Interior
May 5, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 302.1
Failure of the owner to maintain exterior property and premises in clean, safe and sanitary condition
avg $544
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,632 in fines
Dec 22, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01440 Front of building Exterior
Dec 22, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01440 Rear of building Exterior
Dec 14, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01665 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
avg $1,202
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,605 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03591 Laundry room/area Basement
Mar 13, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02439 Utility Room Interior
Jun 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22NOIE-INS-01169 Cooking room 3
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $554
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,108 in fines
May 5, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Bathroom Interior
May 5, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Cooking room Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $582
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,163 in fines
May 23, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04763 Common hallway Interior
May 5, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Apartment Entrance Door 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 · $554 in fines
May 23, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Apartment Entrance Door Exterior
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $111 in fines
May 23, 2022 $111 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Balcony door Exterior
IPMC § 601.2
Owner occupying or permitting another person to occupy the structure or premise where the required electrical and/or mechanical facilities are not properly maintained.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
May 23, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05625 Sleeping Room 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 · $1,107 in fines
May 5, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-05064 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR §§ 108.1.1 and 108.1.1.3
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 vent
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,093 in fines
Dec 15, 2020 $2,093 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01691 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 on the ceiling or wall outside of each separate s
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,093 in fines
Dec 15, 2020 $2,093 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01691 Hallway 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 · $2,093 in fines
Dec 15, 2020 $2,093 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01691 Hallway Interior
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 · $524 in fines
Dec 14, 2020 $524 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01665 Rear 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 · $1,047 in fines
Dec 14, 2020 $1,047 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01665 Side of building Exterior
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 · $2,093 in fines
Dec 14, 2020 $2,093 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-01665 Common hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 702.6
Failure to have a means of egress indicated with approved “Exit” signs as required by the Building Code
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,047 in fines
Jul 23, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05234 Common hallway Basement to 1st Floor
12-G DCMR § 308.2.2
Permitting to exist on the premises discarded or abandoned refrigerators or similar equipment without first removing the doors
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,093 in fines
Jul 23, 2020 $2,093 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05234 Laundry room/area Basement to 1st Floor
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to properly install and maintain a plumbing fixture in working order
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $524 in fines
Jul 23, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05234 Front of building Exterior
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 · $524 in fines
Jul 23, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05234 Side of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 304.3
Failure to display street number of premises in conformance with the requirements of 12-A DCMR § 118
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $105 in fines
Jul 23, 2020 $105 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-05234 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 102.2
Failure to maintain in good working order equipment, systems, devices or safeguards required by the Property Maintenance Code or previous regulation or code under which the structure or premises was constructed, altered or repaired
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,214 in fines
Jun 30, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22NOIR-INS-01074 Hallway 3
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to maintain all plumbing fixtures in a safe, sanitary, and functional condition.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $554 in fines
Aug 11, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-02219 Bathroom 1
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03591 Laundry room/area Basement
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 · $2,214 in fines
Dec 30, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03955 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 505.3
Failure to maintain an adequate water supply system and/or failure to keep water supply system free from defects and leaks.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03955 Kitchen Interior
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 · $1,107 in fines
Dec 30, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03955 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,436 in fines
May 23, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03312 Common hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Feb 27, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02916 Laundry room/area Interior
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
Feb 27, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02915 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
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
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03591 Stairwell 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
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03591 Stairwell 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 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02439 Utility Room Interior
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 13, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02439 Utility Room 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 14, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04699 Stairwell Interior
IPMC § 305.5
Failure to maintain handrails and guards firmly fastened, in sound condition, good repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
May 14, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04699 Side of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 702.4
Failure to maintain the required emergency escape openings in accordance with the code in effect at the time of construction
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
May 14, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-03591 Basement Interior/Exterior

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