475 Orange Street SE

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24
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$19,128
Fines (last 2 yrs)
26
Open violations
$22,665
Fines on open violations
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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 $638 4×
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,552 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Sleeping room 2 2
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Sleeping room 3 2
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Entrance foyer Interior
+1 more
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Sleeping room 1 Interior
IPMC § 304.6
Failure to maintain exterior walls free from holes, breaks, or loose or rotting materials
avg $638 4×
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,552 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Entrance door Interior/Exterior
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08285 Rear yard Exterior
Jun 22, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-06093 Front of building Exterior
+1 more
Jun 3, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-05693 Side 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 $1,274 3×
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,822 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Entrance foyer Interior
Aug 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Kitchen Interior
Aug 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Sleeping room 1 Interior
12-G DCMR § 302.4
Failure to maintain premises or exterior property free from weeds or plant growth in excess of 8 inches
avg $638 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,276 in fines
Jun 22, 2026 $638 CAP 26A-DOB-00424 Rear yard Exterior
Jun 2, 2026 $638 CAP 26A-DOB-00311 Rear yard Exterior
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 $638 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,276 in fines
Jun 22, 2026 $638 CAP 26A-DOB-00424 Rear yard Exterior
Jun 2, 2026 $638 CAP 26A-DOB-00311 Rear yard Exterior
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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 $638 2×
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,276 in fines
Jun 3, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-05693 Rear of building Exterior
Jun 3, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-05693 Rear of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 304.7
Failure to maintain roof and flashing sound and tight or without defects that admit rain
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Roof Exterior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area in proper state of repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Entrance door Exterior
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 · $1,274 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Living room Interior
IPMC § 305.5
Failure to maintain handrails and guards firmly fastened, in sound condition, good repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Stairwell 2nd to 3rd Floor
IPMC § 505.4
Failure to properly install or maintain water heating facilities
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Aug 29, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-08284 Utility Closet 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 · $638 in fines
Jun 2, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03836 Side of building Exterior
IPMC § 304.1
Failure to maintain exterior of structure in good repair, structurally sound and sanitary so as not to pose a threat to the public health, safety or welfare
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,179 in fines
Mar 9, 2023 $1,179 CAP 23NOIE-INS-04708 Side of building Exterior
IPMC § 702.3
Failure to make all means of egress doors readily openable from the side from which egress is to be made without the need for keys, special knowledge or effort
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,358 in fines
Mar 9, 2023 $2,358 CAP 23NOIE-INS-04708 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Interior

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