5741 Colorado Avenue NW

Ward 4 ANC 4E 28 units Built c. 1937 Map ↗ Nearby buildings → Print flyer ↗
27
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$21,851
Fines (last 2 yrs)
36
Total violations
$30,726
Total fines
Tenant here? Report issues anonymously — and find out if your neighbors are going through the same thing

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 $571
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 5 occurrences · $2,855 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Closet 3
Sep 11, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Entrance foyer 3
Sep 11, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Sleeping Room 3
+2 more
Nov 12, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00821 Living room Interior
Jun 11, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-00970
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,239
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,716 in fines
Nov 3, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00514 Living room 1
Nov 3, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00514 Sleeping Room 1
Sep 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04768 Laundry room/area Basement
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
avg $123
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 3 occurrences · $369 in fines
Oct 2, 2025 $125 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00042 Living room 3
Sep 11, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Bathroom 3
Sep 11, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Sleeping Room 3
12-G DCMR § 307.1
Failure to provide a proper handrail for stairs having more than three risers
avg $1,246
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,492 in fines
Mar 16, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03726 Front of building Exterior
Mar 7, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03458 Front of building Exterior
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 $1,027
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,054 in fines
Nov 12, 2019 $1,037 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00821 Living room Interior
Jun 11, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-00970
Show 18 more violation types
IPMC § 304.13.2
Failure to maintain every window, other than a fixed window, in an easily openable manner and/or capable of being held in position by window hardware
avg $609
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,218 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Living room 3
Sep 11, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Sleeping Room 3
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
avg $122
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 2 occurrences · $244 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Living room 3
Sep 11, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Sleeping Room 3
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $572
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,144 in fines
Oct 2, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00042 Bathroom 3
Nov 12, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00821 Living room Interior
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or chipped paint
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $519 in fines
Nov 12, 2019 $519 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00821 Living room Interior
12-G DCMR ?? 310.1, 310.2, 310.3, 310.4, 310.5, 310.6
Failure to install approved or properly maintain carbon monoxide detection system in compliance with the code and NFPA 720.
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,358 in fines
Mar 16, 2023 $2,358 CAP 23NOIE-INS-04760 Entire Unit 2
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
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,179 in fines
Mar 16, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIE-INS-04760 Cooking room 2
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors capable of being opened and closed properly
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $122 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $122 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Apartment Entrance Door 3
IPMC § 304.15
Failure to maintain exterior doors, door assemblies, operator systems, if provided, and/or hardware in good condition.
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $609 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-06778 Exterior Entrance Door 1
12-G DCMR § 704.3.2
Failure to install an approved permanent sign adjacent to each manual fire alarm box that reads: ?WHEN ALARM SOUNDS CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT,? where fire alarm systems are not monitored by a supervising station
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04768 Basement Basement
IPMC § 604.3
Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
Sep 11, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-04768 Cooking room 3
12-G DCMR § 302.1
Failure of the owner to maintain exterior property and premises in clean, safe and sanitary condition
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Oct 2, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-01890 Rear of building 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 including basements and cellars but not including crawl spaces and uninhabitable attics
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Oct 2, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00024 Hallway 3
IPMC § 506.2
Failure to keep every plumbing stack, vent, waste and sewer line free from obstructions, leaks, or defect.
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Oct 2, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00024 Bathroom 3
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Nov 3, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00846 Bathroom Basement
12-G DCMR § 702.4
Failure to maintain the required emergency escape openings in accordance with the code in effect at the time of construction
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Nov 3, 2025 $2,499 CAP 26NOIE-INS-00507 Sleeping Room Basement
12-G DCMR § 308.3.2
Failure of the operator of an establishment that produces garbage to provide and cause to be utilized approved leak-proof containers provided with close-fitting covers for the storage of garbage until removed from the premises for d
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Mar 12, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIS-INS-00236 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Mar 16, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03726 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area free of hazardous conditions
+ I can confirm this is still happening
Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Mar 16, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03726 Front of building Exterior

Do you live here?

Report issues anonymously — takes 30 seconds, and you'll be able to see if your neighbors are dealing with the same thing.

Report a different issue

What you can do

🏘️
Connect with others in your building
Create a free account to anonymously share what's happening and see if your neighbors are dealing with the same issues. Your identity is never shared.
Create free account →
📋
Print a flyer for your building
A one-page summary of this building's violation history — leave it in the lobby or elevator, or slip it under a neighbor's door.
Print flyer →