5128 Sheriff Road NE

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65
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$82,091
Fines (last 2 yrs)
118
Total violations
$134,390
Total fines
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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 $592 16×
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Show details · 16 occurrences · $9,479 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05314 Cooking room Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05314 Hallway Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05314 Living room Interior
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Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05315 Bathroom Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05315 Living room Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05315 Living room Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05311 Bathroom Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05311 Cooking room Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05311 Sleeping Room Interior
Nov 7, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00712 Bathroom Interior
Nov 7, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00712 Cooking room Interior
Nov 7, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00712 Hallway Interior
Nov 7, 2022 $554 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00712 Living room Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Bathroom Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Front Sleeping Room Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $605 12×
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Show details · 12 occurrences · $7,263 in fines
Jun 23, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05594 Entire Building Exterior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Front of building Exterior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Front of building Exterior
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Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Front of building Exterior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Side of building Exterior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05314 Bathroom Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05314 Right Sleeping Room Interior
Mar 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03411 Front of building Exterior
Mar 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03411 Rear of building Exterior
Feb 16, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03166 Sleeping room 1 Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Common hallway Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638
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 $1,202
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Show details · 8 occurrences · $9,618 in fines
Jun 16, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05462 Common hallway Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Stairwell 1st to 2nd Floor
Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Stairwell 2nd to 3rd Floor
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Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05315 Cooking room Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05311 Living room Interior
Mar 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03411 Common hallway Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Cooking room Interior
Oct 18, 2018 $1,017 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
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 $1,113
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Show details · 6 occurrences · $6,680 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04306 Cooking room Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04303 Cooking room Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Kitchen Interior
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Feb 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Kitchen Interior
Mar 4, 2020 $1,047 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-02783 Cooking room 2
Oct 18, 2018 $1,017 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
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 not regulated as Group R occupancies, regardless of occupant load in each room used for sleeping purposes
avg $2,452
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Show details · 6 occurrences · $14,709 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04305 Left Sleeping Room Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04305 Right Sleeping Room Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04306 Left Sleeping Room Interior
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Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04306 Right Sleeping Room Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04303 Sleeping Room Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Front Sleeping Room Interior
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12-G DCMR ?? 108.1.1 and 108.1.1.5 (7)
Allowing a dangerous structure or premises to exist consisting of a building or structure that is neglected, damaged, dilapidated, unsecured or abandoned so as to become an attractive nuisance to children who mi
avg $2,499
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $9,996 in fines
Jun 23, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04465 Entire Unit Interior
Jun 16, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04393 Common hallway Interior
Mar 19, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02536 Front of building Exterior
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Mar 19, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02536 Common hallway Interior
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
avg $1,249
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $4,996 in fines
Jun 16, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04393 Common hallway Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04304 Common hallway 2
Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04304 Common hallway 3
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Mar 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02536 Common hallway Interior
IPMC § 304.15
Failure to maintain exterior doors, door assemblies, operator systems, if provided, and/or hardware in good condition.
avg $578
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,733 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Apartment Rear Entrance Door Exterior
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Exterior Entrance Door Exterior
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Exterior Rear Entrance Door Exterior
12-G DCMR § 310.2
Failure 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 $2,499
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $7,497 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04305 Hallway Interior
Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04306 Hallway Interior
Jun 6, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04303 Hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to maintain interior surfaces in good, clean, and sanitary condition and good repair
avg $593
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,780 in fines
Jun 16, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05462 Common hallway Interior
Mar 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03411 Common hallway Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638
12-G DCMR § 304.7
Failure to maintain roof drains, gutters and downspouts in good repair or free from obstructions
avg $625
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,875 in fines
Jun 23, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05594 Front of building Exterior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Front of building Exterior
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 601.2
Failure by owner to provide or maintain the required mechanical and electrical facilities
avg $1,061
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,183 in fines
Feb 15, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Utility Access Service Closet Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638
Oct 18, 2018 $1,017 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
12-G DCMR § 702.6
(Failure to keep all illuminated ?Exit? signs illuminated when the building is occupied
avg $1,249
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,747 in fines
Jun 23, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04465 Common hallway 2
Jun 7, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04304 Common hallway 2
Mar 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02536 Common hallway Interior
IPMC § 604.3.1
Failure to replace electrical distribution equipment, motor circuits, power equipment, transformers, wire, cable, flexible cords, wiring devices, ground fault circuit interrupters, surge protectors, molded case circuit breakers, low-volt
avg $1,107
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,321 in fines
Nov 7, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03250 Bathroom Interior
Nov 7, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03250 Cooking room Interior
Nov 7, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03250 Living room Interior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that fit reasonably well within the frame
avg $116
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $231 in fines
Jun 6, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05311 Sleeping Room Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $106 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Right Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 504.1
Failure to maintain all plumbing fixtures in a safe, sanitary, and functional condition.
avg $517
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,033 in fines
Mar 4, 2020 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-02783 Cooking room 2
Oct 18, 2018 $509 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have receptacle outlets with the appropriate faceplate covers for the location
avg $590
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,179 in fines
Mar 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03411 Common hallway Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Living room Interior
IPMC § 301.2
Failure to maintain premises in safe and sanitary condition or in compliance with this chapter of the Property Maintenance Code
avg $1,059
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,118 in fines
Feb 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Bathroom Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Kitchen Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure maintain fire extinguishers in accordance with NFPA 10 as referenced in the Fire Code
avg $2,214
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,428 in fines
Feb 15, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Basement Interior
Feb 15, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Living room Interior
IPMC § 605.1
Failure to install electrical equipment, wiring, or appliances in a safe and approved manner
avg $578
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,155 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04305 Living room Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Kitchen Interior
IPMC § 302.8
Failure to prevent inoperative or unlicensed motor vehicle from being parked, kept or stored on premises
avg $525
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,049 in fines
Feb 26, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-03092 Rear of building Exterior
Mar 14, 2019 $519 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-02825 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 not regulated as Group R occupancies, regardless of occupant load on the ceiling or wall outside of each separate s
avg $2,118
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,236 in fines
Feb 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Left Sleeping Room Interior
Feb 5, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Right Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 702.6
Failure to maintain all ?Exit? signs visible
avg $1,249
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $2,498 in fines
Jun 16, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04393 Common hallway Interior
Mar 19, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02536 Common hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.3.1
Failure to keep all manual fire alarm boxes operational
avg $2,499
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,998 in fines
Jun 23, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04465 Common hallway Interior
Mar 19, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-02536 Common hallway Interior
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 · $1,059 in fines
Feb 5, 2021 $1,059 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-02638 Kitchen Interior
12-G DCMR § 308.2.2
Permitting to exist on the premises discarded or abandoned refrigerators or similar equipment without first removing the doors
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,118 in fines
Feb 26, 2021 $2,118 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-03092 Rear of building 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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $530 in fines
Feb 26, 2021 $530 CAP 21ENF-HOUS-03092 Rear of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 309.1
Failure of the owner to keep structure free from insect and rodent infestation
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Oct 18, 2018 $509 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
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 Octob
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,017 in fines
Oct 18, 2018 $1,017 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
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 on the ceiling or wall outside of each separate sleep
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,034 in fines
Oct 18, 2018 $2,034 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
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 · $1,017 in fines
Oct 18, 2018 $1,017 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors capable of being opened and closed properly
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $102 in fines
Oct 18, 2018 $102 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
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
Oct 18, 2018 $509 CAP 19ENF-HOUS-00572
12-G DCMR § 602.2
Failure to provide heating facilities for residential occupancies which are capable of maintaining a room temperature of 68°F20°C in all habitable rooms, bathrooms and toilet rooms.
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,214 in fines
Feb 15, 2022 $2,214 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Living room Interior
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $554 in fines
Feb 15, 2022 $554 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Cooking room Interior
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 · $1,107 in fines
Feb 15, 2022 $1,107 CAP 22ENF-HOUS-03120 Common hallway 1st to 2nd Floor
12-G DCMR § 102.5
Failure to make repairs, maintenance work, alterations or installations caused directly or indirectly by the enforcement of the Property Maintenance Code in a workmanlike manner
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,107 in fines
Nov 7, 2022 $1,107 CAP 23NOIR-INS-00712 Cooking room Interior
12-G DCMR ?? 108.1.1 and 108.1.1.3
Structure is unfit for human occupancy because the code official found the location of the structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants of the structure or to the public
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,214 in fines
Nov 7, 2022 $2,214 CAP 23NOIE-INS-03250 Entire Unit Interior
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Mar 19, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-03411 Common hallway 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
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05314 Bathroom Interior
12-G DCMR § 402.2
Failure to provide common areas and stairways with sufficient illumination
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05313 Common hallway 2
IPMC § 704.1
Failure to maintain in operable condition all systems, devices and equipment to detect a fire, actuate an alarm, or suppress or control a fire or any combination thereof in accordance with the Fire Code
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jun 7, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04304 Common hallway 3
IPMC § 701.2
Failure of owner of the premises to provide and maintain code compliant fire safety facilities and equipment
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jun 16, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04393 Common hallway Interior
12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure keep all required portable fire extinguishers visible and readily accessible
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jun 23, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04465 Common hallway Interior
IPMC § 304.13.1
Failure to maintain glazing materials free from cracks and holes
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $125 in fines
Sep 24, 2025 $125 CAP 25NOIR-INS-08201 Entire Building Exterior

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