2652 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue SE

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94
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$97,812
Fines (last 2 yrs)
133
Total violations
$126,821
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 $616 26×
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Show details · 26 occurrences · $16,012 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Hallway Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Sleeping room 1 Interior
+23 more
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Sep 24, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-08202 Kitchen Interior
Sep 24, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-08202 Living room Interior
Sep 24, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-08202 Sleeping Room Interior
Aug 5, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-06850 Entire Unit Interior
Feb 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Bathroom Interior
Feb 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Closet Interior
Feb 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Eating room Interior
Feb 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Living room Interior
Feb 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Feb 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Feb 4, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02352 Bathroom Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Bathroom Interior
May 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Bathroom Interior
May 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Kitchen Interior
Mar 7, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03464 Bathroom Interior
Mar 7, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03464 Entire Unit Interior
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Common hallway Interior
Apr 10, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-02797 Living room Interior
Apr 10, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-02797 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Jan 17, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01730 Closet Interior
Jan 17, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01730 Eating room Interior
Jan 17, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-01730 Sleeping Room 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 $1,241 14×
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Show details · 14 occurrences · $17,378 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Eating room Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Hallway Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Living room Interior
+11 more
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Aug 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-07201 Exterior Rear Entrance Door Basement
Aug 5, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-06850 Kitchen Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Cooking room Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Hallway Interior
Jul 3, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05484 Stairwell Interior
May 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Left Sleeping Room Interior
May 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Hallway Interior/Exterior
Nov 29, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01228 Entrance foyer Interior
Nov 14, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Common hallway Basement
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,225 10×
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Show details · 10 occurrences · $12,251 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Cooking room Interior
Aug 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-07201 Cooking room Basement
Aug 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-07201 Sleeping Room Basement
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Feb 6, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02457 Cooking room Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Cooking room Interior
Jul 3, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05484 Elevator 2 Interior
May 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Bathroom Interior
Mar 6, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03434 Elevator 1 Interior
Apr 10, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-02797 Cooking room Interior
Apr 10, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIR-INS-02797 Sleeping room 2 Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $617
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Show details · 9 occurrences · $5,552 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Bathroom Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Bathroom Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Bathroom Interior
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Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Bathroom Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Bathroom Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Bathroom Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Cooking room Interior
Mar 7, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03464 Bathroom Interior
Apr 10, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-02797 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $621
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Show details · 9 occurrences · $5,593 in fines
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Bathroom Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Closet Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Hallway Interior
+6 more
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Living room Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Cooking room Interior/Exterior
Nov 27, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01088 Stairwell Basement to 1st Floor
Nov 27, 2024 $609 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01088 Elevator 1 Interior
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IPMC § 304.15
Failure to maintain exterior doors, door assemblies, operator systems, if provided, and/or hardware in good condition.
avg $593
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Show details · 7 occurrences · $4,149 in fines
Jul 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05484 Entrance door Exterior
Nov 29, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01228 Exterior Rear Entrance Door Exterior
Nov 29, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01228 Side of building Exterior
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Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Exterior Rear Entrance Door Basement
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Rear Parking Lot Exterior
May 15, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03181 Exit door Exterior
May 15, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03181 Exterior Side Entrance Door 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 in each room used for sleeping purposes
avg $2,524
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $10,096 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03042 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Apr 7, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03042 Sleeping room 2 Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01876 Sleeping room 1 Interior
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Feb 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01876 Sleeping room 2 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
avg $2,474
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,421 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03042 Hallway Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04437 Front Sleeping Room Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04437 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
avg $2,478
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,434 in fines
Aug 28, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-05807 Common hallway Entire Building
Feb 11, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01948 Entire Building Interior
Dec 11, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00932 Common hallway 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.
avg $617
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,234 in fines
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Cooking room Interior
May 20, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Kitchen Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $590
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,180 in fines
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00987 Balcony door Exterior
Apr 10, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-02797 Balcony door Interior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to coat all metal surfaces subject to rust or corrosion to inhibit such rust and corrosion
avg $590
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,180 in fines
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Stairwell Interior
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00987 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that fit reasonably well within the frame
avg $122
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $244 in fines
Aug 19, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Closet Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Front Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 108.1.1.2
Boiler, heating equipment, elevator, moving stairway, electrical wiring or device, flammable liquid containers or other equipment on the premises or within the structure is in such disrepair or condition that it is a hazard to li
avg $2,436
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,872 in fines
Jan 13, 2025 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01348 hallway Exterior
Nov 27, 2024 $2,436 CAP 25NOIE-INS-00736 Elevator 2 Interior
IPMC § 505.4
Failure to provide water heating facilities which provide water at a minimum temperature of 110?F 43? C .
avg $1,234
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,467 in fines
Jan 8, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01766 Entire Unit Interior
Dec 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 25NOIR-INS-01329 Entire Unit 1
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
avg $1,218
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,436 in fines
Aug 19, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04437 Bathroom Interior
May 20, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03264 Left Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
avg $609
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,218 in fines
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Bathroom Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Living room Interior
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area in proper state of repair
avg $590
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,180 in fines
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Entire Building Exterior
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00987 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 607.1
Failure to maintain duct system free of obstructions and capable of performing the required function
avg $625
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,250 in fines
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01876 Living room Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01876 Sleeping room 1 Interior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors capable of being opened and closed properly
avg $125
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $250 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $128 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Aug 19, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
avg $632
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,263 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Entire Unit Interior
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR 305.3
Failure to repair, remove or cover peeling, chipping, flaking or abraded paint
avg $614
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,228 in fines
Apr 7, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04399 Entire Unit Interior
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Entire Building Interior
IPMC § 402.3
Failure to provide sufficient illumination for the maintenance of sanitary conditions, safe occupancy, and/or safe utilization of the space, appliances, equipment, and fixtures
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Stairwell 2
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 · $1,179 in fines
Nov 29, 2023 $1,179 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01228 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 302.2
Failure to grade or maintain grading of premises to prevent erosion of soil or the accumulation of stagnant water
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $118 in fines
Nov 29, 2023 $118 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01228 Rear 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 · $590 in fines
Nov 29, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-01228 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 302.7
Failure to maintain all accessory structures, including detached garages, fences and walls structurally sound and in good repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
Nov 14, 2023 $590 CAP 24NOIR-INS-00982 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 304.9
Failure to maintain overhang extensions including, but not limited to, canopies, marquees, signs, metal awnings, fire escapes, standpipes and exhaust ducts in good repair with proper anchorage and in a safe condition; or when required, f
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
May 15, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03181 Laundry room/area 2
12-G DCMR § 304.7.1
Failure to drain storm water into a separate storm sewer system, or combined sewer system, or to an approved place of disposal
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
May 15, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03181 Front of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 302.1
Failure of the owner to maintain exterior property and premises in clean, safe and sanitary condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $590 in fines
May 15, 2023 $590 CAP 23NOIR-INS-03181 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 · $1,179 in fines
Jan 17, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIE-INS-04100 Bathroom 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 · $2,214 in fines
Dec 19, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03805 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure to promptly exterminate structures in which insects are found by approved processes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Mar 7, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03464 Cooking room 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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $122 in fines
May 20, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04699 Balcony door Exterior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to exterminate rodent harborage or infestation by approved processes which are not injurious to human health
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 403.2
Failure to provide mechanical ventilation for bathroom or toilet room which discharges to the outdoors and does not recirculate air
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Aug 19, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06372 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Feb 4, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02352 Cooking room Interior
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
Feb 6, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01838 Living room Interior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
failure of occupant to take proper precautions to prevent insect re-infestation after extermination
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Feb 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02505 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 310.2
Failure 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 · $2,499 in fines
Feb 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01876 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 304.19
Failure to maintain exterior gates, gate assemblies, operator systems if provided, and/or hardware in good condition and/or latches at all entrances that tightly secure the gates
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Feb 11, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02598 Right Parking Lot Exterior
IPMC § 501.2
Owner occupying or allowing any person to occupy the premises or structure when the structure lacks the required plumbing fixtures or plumbing facilities or the plumbing fixtures or plumbing facilities are not properly maintained.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Aug 5, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-05328 Bathroom 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 · $2,499 in fines
Aug 15, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIR-INS-07201 Entire Building Entire Building
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
Apr 7, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03042 Cooking room Interior

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