3970 Pennsylvania Avenue SE

Ward 7 ANC 7B 43 units Built c. 1952 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
16
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$14,994
Fines (last 2 yrs)
20
Total violations
$17,219
Total fines
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Violations

IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $625
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,875 in fines
Apr 15, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04043 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Apr 15, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04043 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Interior/Exterior
Jan 30, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Entrance door 1
12-G DCMR § 308.1
Failure to maintain exterior property and premises, and the interior of every structure, shall be free from any accumulation of rubbish and garbage
avg $578
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,155 in fines
Apr 15, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIS-INS-00365 Front of building Exterior
Dec 15, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01593 Front yard Exterior
IPMC § 502.2
Failure to provide at least one water closet, and/or lavatory, and/or bathtub or shower per four rooming units
avg $625
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,250 in fines
Jan 30, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01701 Bathroom 1
Jan 30, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01701 Kitchen 1
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 · $1,249 in fines
Nov 3, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00494 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Apr 15, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04043 Bathroom Interior
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IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Apr 15, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-04043 Cooking room Interior
12-G DCMR § 602.3
Failure by owner or operator of any building who rents, leases, or lets one or more dwelling units, rooming units, dormitory or guestrooms on terms, either express or implied, to supply heat during a period starting no later than Oct
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jan 30, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-01701 Entire Unit 1
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
Jan 30, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Bathroom 1
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 · $1,249 in fines
Jan 30, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Entire Unit 1
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Jan 30, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Kitchen 1
12-G DCMR § 305.4
Failure to maintain stairs and/or other walking surfaces in sound condition, good repair and free from hazardous conditions
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jan 30, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Kitchen 1
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
Jan 30, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Stairwell Basement to 1st Floor
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 · $625 in fines
Jan 30, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-02299 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Exterior
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $106 in fines
Dec 15, 2021 $106 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01593 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,059 in fines
Dec 15, 2021 $1,059 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01593 Rear of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 304.18.3
Failure to provide a rented dwelling unit that has basement hatchways that provide access to a dwelling unit, with a device that secures the units from unauthorized entry and/or prevents entrance of rodents, rain, or surface drain
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Dec 15, 2021 $530 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-01593 Basement Areaway Interior

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