2824 Buena Vista Terrace SE

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18
Violations (last 2 yrs)
$15,070
Fines (last 2 yrs)
41
Total violations
$38,651
Total fines
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Violations

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 $615
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Show details · 5 occurrences · $3,077 in fines
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-01984 Front of building Exterior
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-01984 Entire Building Interior
Apr 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00307 Front of building Exterior
+2 more
Apr 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00307 Rear of building Exterior
Apr 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00307 Side of building Exterior
IPMC § 304.13
Failure to maintain windows, skylights, door or frame in sound condition, good repair and weather tight
avg $617
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Show details · 4 occurrences · $2,468 in fines
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00448
Jun 4, 2025 $625 CAP 25NOIR-INS-05238 Utility Room Basement
May 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Apartment Entrance Door Interior
+1 more
May 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Common hallway Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 305.1
Failure to maintain interior of structure and equipment therein in good repair, structurally sound and in sanitary condition
avg $1,218
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,654 in fines
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Common hallway Interior
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Cooking room Interior
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Living room 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 $620
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $1,859 in fines
Dec 26, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-02275 Entire Yard Exterior
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-01984 Entire Yard Exterior
Apr 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIS-INS-00307 Rear of building Exterior
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 $1,228
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Show details · 3 occurrences · $3,685 in fines
Jun 4, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04266 Utility Room Basement
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03075 Cooking room Interior
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03075 Laundry room/area Interior
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12-G DCMR § 305.3
Failure to correct cracked or loose plaster, holes, decayed wood, water damage and/or other defective surface conditions
avg $609
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,218 in fines
May 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Bathroom Interior
May 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Utility Access Service Closet Interior
IPMC § 302.3
Failure to maintain sidewalk, walkway, driveway, stairs or similar area in proper state of repair
avg $617
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,234 in fines
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00448 Front of building Exterior
Apr 3, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-03964 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 302.7
Failure to maintain all accessory structures, including detached garages, fences and walls structurally sound and in good repair
avg $575
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $1,149 in fines
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00448 Front yard Exterior
Oct 4, 2019 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00112 Front 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 in each room used for sleeping purposes
avg $2,436
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Show details · 2 occurrences · $4,872 in fines
May 2, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03075 Front Sleeping Room Interior
May 2, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03075 Rear Sleeping Room Interior
12-G DCMR § 302.4
Failure to maintain premises or exterior property free from noxious weeds or prohibited vegetative growth, as defined in 12-G DCMR § 302.4.1
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $524 in fines
Oct 4, 2019 $524 CAP 20ENF-HOUS-00112 Front of building Exterior
IPMC § 505.4
Failure to provide water heating facilities which provide water at a minimum temperature of 110?F 43? C .
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Entire Unit 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 · $609 in fines
May 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Cooking room Interior
IPMC § 505.3
Failure to provide a water supply system which provides adequate volume and/or pressure at fixtures, devices, and appurtenances
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,218 in fines
May 2, 2024 $1,218 CAP 24NOIR-INS-04437 Bathroom Interior
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
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $2,436 in fines
May 2, 2024 $2,436 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03075 Hallway 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 · $609 in fines
May 2, 2024 $609 CAP 24NOIE-INS-03075 Entire Unit Interior
IPMC § 301.2
Failure to maintain premises in safe and sanitary condition or in compliance with this chapter of the Property Maintenance Code
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jun 4, 2025 $1,249 CAP 25NOIE-INS-04266 Utility Room Basement
IPMC § 304.2
Failure to maintain all siding and masonry joints, or those between the building envelope and the perimeter of windows, doors and skylights, weather resistant and water tight
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Oct 20, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00448 Entrance door Interior/Exterior
IPMC § 305.5
Failure to maintain handrails and guards firmly fastened, in sound condition, good repair
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Oct 20, 2025 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-00448 Stairwell Interior
12-G DCMR § 302.1
Failure of the owner to maintain exterior property and premises in clean, safe and sanitary condition
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $625 in fines
Dec 26, 2025 $625 CAP 26NOIS-INS-02275 Entire Yard Exterior
12-G DCMR § 307.1
Failure to provide a proper handrail for stairs having more than three risers
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,249 in fines
Jan 2, 2026 $1,249 CAP 26NOIR-INS-01987 Rear of building Exterior
12-G DCMR § 308.2.1
Failure of an owner of an occupied premise to remove or provide for the removal of rubbish that is stored in approved covered containers
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $638 in fines
Feb 25, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIS-INS-00167 Utility Room Interior
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 · $638 in fines
Mar 3, 2026 $638 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03394 Utility Room Exterior
IPMC § 304.10
Failure to maintain exterior stairway, deck, porch, balcony, or any appurtenance attached thereto in a structurally sound manner, in good repair, with proper anchorage and capable of supporting the imposed loads
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Mar 3, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03394 Rear of building Exterior
IPMC § 505.4
Failure to properly install or maintain water heating facilities
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Show details · 1 occurrence · $1,274 in fines
Mar 3, 2026 $1,274 CAP 26NOIR-INS-03394 Basement Areaway Basement

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