Mengistu, Samuel — Worst Landlords

Violations

Open violations at this landlord's buildings, grouped by type, most often cited first.

Failure to provide heating facilities for residential occupancies ... 1 $2,499 2025–2025 1

Windows or doors not weathertight 1 $625 2025–2025 1

Failure to maintain interior doors that are securely attached to ja... 1 $125 2025–2025 1

Failure to install approved or properly maintain carbon monoxide de... 1 $2,499 2025–2025 1

Failure to correct electrical system that constitutes a hazard to t... 1 $1,249 2025–2025 1

What you can do

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Report ongoing issues in your building

If you live in one of these buildings, you can anonymously report what's going on and see if your neighbors are dealing with the same issues. Look up your building to get started.

Tip: be specific about the issue and how long it's been going on — it helps build a stronger record.

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Get help from a volunteer

A volunteer can help you understand your options — whether that's filing a complaint, organizing with neighbors, or connecting with a tenant rights organization.

Violation and fine data from DC Department of Buildings open records. Fines shown are assessed amounts; DC does not publish collected amounts. "Last cited" is the date of the most recent violation recorded for each building.