1433 Columbia Road NW

Ward 1 ANC 1A 38 units Built c. 1925 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
41
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$45,675
Fines (last 2 yrs)
71
Total violations
$78,226
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 $609 17×
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Show details · 17 occurrences · $10,353 in fines
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07059 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07060 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07063 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
+14 more
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07064 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07065 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07066 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07067 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07068 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07069 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07070 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07071 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07072 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07073 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07074 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07075 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07076 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07077 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
IPMC § 304.18
Failure to provide a rented dwelling unit with a device designed to provide security for the occupants and property within with respect to doors, windows, and hatchways
avg $1,218 10×
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Show details · 10 occurrences · $12,180 in fines
Sep 26, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07125 Entire Building Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07041 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07042 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
+7 more
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07046 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07047 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07048 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07049 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07050 Entire Yard Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07056 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
Sep 24, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07057 Entire Unit Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 304.15
Failure to tightly secure the lock on entrance doors to dwelling units or sleeping units and/or failure to maintain locks on means of egress doors in accordance with section 702.3 of the IMPC
avg $609
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Show details · 6 occurrences · $3,654 in fines
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07035 Apartment Entrance Door 3
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07036 Apartment Entrance Door 3
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07037 Apartment Entrance Door 3
+3 more
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07038 Apartment Entrance Door 3
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07039 Apartment Entrance Door 3
Sep 24, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-07040 Apartment Entrance Door 3
12-G DCMR § 109.1
Building poses imminent danger to building occupants or those in close proximity due to explosives, explosive fumes or vapors, toxic fumes, gases, or materials; or other hazardous or toxic conditions
avg $2,436
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $9,744 in fines
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04901 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04902 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04903 Entire Unit Interior
+1 more
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04904 Entire Building Interior
12-G DCMR ?? 108.1.1 and 108.1.1.5 (6)
Allowing a dangerous structure or premises to exist consisting of a building or structure, or any portion thereof, is clearly unsafe for its use and occupancy.
avg $2,436
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $9,744 in fines
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04901 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04902 Entire Unit Interior
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04903 Entire Unit Interior
+1 more
Sep 20, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04904 Entire Building Interior
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IPMC § 703.2
(Failure to maintain all fire and smokestop doors in operable condition
avg $2,034
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,102 in fines
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have at least two separate and remote receptacle outlets in every habitable space in a dwelling
avg $509
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,527 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
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 $1,017
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,051 in fines
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
12-G DCMR § 310.1
Failure to install 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
avg $2,034
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $6,102 in fines
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
avg $509
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,527 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001911
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,017 in fines
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001911
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 · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
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 · $1,017 in fines
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
IPMC § 304.1.1
Permitting an unsafe exterior structural condition to exist on premises wherein exterior stairs, decks, porches, balconies and all similar appurtenances attached thereto, including guards and handrails, are not structurally sound, not prop
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,017 in fines
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001911
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 · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to properly install and maintain a plumbing fixture in working order
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001912
12-G DCMR § 702.6
(Failure to keep all illuminated “Exit” signs illuminated when the building is occupied
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,017 in fines
May 1, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001911
12-G DCMR §§ 108.1 and 108.1.5
Allowing a dangerous structure or premises to exist consisting of any door, aisle, passageway, stairway, exit or other means of egress that does not conform to the Construction Codes as related to the requirements for exis
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,034 in fines
Jul 12, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-002561
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have at least one receptacle in every bathroom
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001913
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 · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
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.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
12-G DCMR § 704.2
(Failure to install or maintain single- or multiple-station smoke alarms in Groups R-2, R-3, and R-4, 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 · $2,034 in fines
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
12-G DCMR § 704.5
(Failure to continuously maintain fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable NFPA requirements or as otherwise directed by the code official
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,034 in fines
May 1, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916
IPMC § 503.1
Failure to provide an interior locking device for all common or shared bathrooms or toilet rooms in a multiple dwelling
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
May 1, 2018 $509 CAP 18UNIT-INS-001916

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