608 Southern Avenue SE

Ward 8 1 units Built c. 1950 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → LandlordCarter, Saidah N
7
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$8,745
Fines (last 2 yrs)
11
Total violations
$11,857
Total fines
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Violations

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 $1,249 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,747 in fines
Jan 6, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02047 Basement Interior
Jan 6, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02047 Basement Interior
Jan 6, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02047 Kitchen Interior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,037 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,074 in fines
Sep 17, 2019 $1,037 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-06090 Basement Interior
Sep 17, 2019 $1,037 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-06090 Basement Interior
11-A DCMR § 302.1
(Failure to obtain a certificate of occupancy or use beyond the scope of the certificate of occupancy)
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jan 2, 2026 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01371 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 607.1
Failure to maintain duct system free of obstructions and capable of performing the required function
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Jan 2, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01371 Sleeping room 3 Interior
IPMC § 304.1.1 (8)
Permitting an unsafe exterior structural condition to exist on premises wherein roofing or roofing components that have defects that admit rain, roof surfaces with inadequate drainage, or any portion of the roof framing that is not in
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jan 2, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01371 Roof Interior/Exterior
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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 2, 2026 $625 CAP 26NOIE-INS-01371 Kitchen Interior
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 · $519 in fines
Sep 17, 2019 $519 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-06090 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 304.6
Failure to maintain exterior walls free from holes, breaks, or loose or rotting materials
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $519 in fines
Sep 17, 2019 $519 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-06090 Rear of building Exterior

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