1320 Adams Street NE

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18
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$16,134
Fines (last 2 yrs)
24
Total violations
$21,221
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 $638
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $3,190 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Living room Interior
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
Feb 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02996 Living room Interior
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Feb 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02996 Living room Interior
Feb 17, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02996 Sleeping Room Interior
IPMC § 502.1
Failure to maintain bathtub, shower, lavatory, water closet or kitchen sink in a sanitary, safe working condition
avg $638
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,914 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Bathroom Interior
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Bathroom Interior
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Bathroom Interior
IPMC § 302.5
Failure to maintain structures and exterior property free from rodent harborage and infestation
avg $632
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,263 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Rear yard Exterior
Oct 21, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00485 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 305.6
Failure to maintain interior doors that fit reasonably well within the frame
avg $128
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $256 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $128 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
Feb 17, 2026 $128 CAP 26NOIR-INS-02996 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
IPMC § 605.2
Failure to have receptacle outlets with the appropriate faceplate covers for the location
avg $638
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,276 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Hallway Interior
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Living room Interior
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12-G DCMR § 704.1.3
Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained in an efficient and safe operating condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,549 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03069 Common hallway Entire Building
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,549 in fines
Apr 10, 2026 $2,549 CAP 26NOIE-INS-03069 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
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
Apr 10, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-04440 Entire Unit Interior
12-G DCMR § 702.4
Failure of the owner to keep fire escapes, stairways, and other egress facilities in a good state of repair, painted and free from obstruction
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,499 in fines
Jun 30, 2025 $2,499 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04663 Sleeping Room Interior
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
Sep 17, 2018 $1,017 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02648
12-G DCMR § 402.1.1.2
Failure to provide exterior openings required for natural light which open directly onto a public way, yard, or court
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 17, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02648
12-G DCMR § 608.2
Failure of the owner of a structure containing two or more units served by central or shared air conditioning or wall-mounted air conditioning units to have the equipment inspected by a qualified person annually
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 17, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02648
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
Sep 17, 2018 $2,034 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02648
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $509 in fines
Sep 17, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02648
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 · $509 in fines
Sep 17, 2018 $509 CAP 18ENF-HOUS-02648

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