4559 Benning Rd SE LLC

DC Worst Landlord Watchlist

One of the worst landlords in DC. One of the 10 worst in Ward 7 by total fines assessed.

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Repeat Violations

Violation types cited 3 or more times across this landlord's properties.

Cracked plaster, holes, or water damage 24 $14,793 2023–2025 3

Smoke alarms missing — sleeping rooms 13 $32,487 2025–2025 2

Failure to allow code official entry into the structure or premises... 13 $16,237 2025–2025 2

Mechanical or electrical systems unmaintained 9 $11,086 2024–2025 2

Failure to maintain exterior property and premises, and the interio... 7 $4,311 2024–2025 3

Failure to install electrical equipment, wiring, or appliances in a... 6 $3,750 2025–2025 1

Windows or doors not weathertight 5 $3,077 2024–2025 2

Interior surfaces unsanitary or in poor condition 5 $3,125 2025–2025 1

Buildings

1 4480 C Street SE Ward 7 12 90 $110,556 Aug 2025 2 4559 Benning Road SE Ward 7 12 48 $43,259 Aug 2025 3 4569 Benning Road SE Ward 7 12 16 $19,707 Aug 2025

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