1221 Van Buren Street NW

Ward 4 ANC 4A 15 units Built c. 1954 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
4
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$3,101
Fines (last 2 yrs)
10
Total violations
$8,085
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 $572 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,717 in fines
Jul 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05472 Bathroom Interior
Sep 16, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03150 Living room Interior
Sep 16, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03150 Right Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $572 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,717 in fines
Jul 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-05472 Kitchen Interior
Sep 16, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03150 Living room Interior
Sep 16, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03150 Living room Interior
IPMC § 505.4
Failure to provide water heating facilities which provide water at a minimum temperature of 110?F 43? C .
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Apr 5, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04323 Bathroom 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 · $609 in fines
Jul 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03807 Kitchen Interior
D.C. Official Code § 47-2851.02(a)
(engaging in business [single family rental] without a housing: residential license endorsement)
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,214 in fines
Sep 16, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03150
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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 · $554 in fines
Sep 16, 2022 $554 CAP 22NOIR-INS-03150 Living room Interior

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