Ronald D Cole — Worst Landlords

Violations

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

Cracked plaster, holes, or water damage 7 $4,466 2026–2026 1

Unsafe stairs or walking surfaces 1 $1,274 2026–2026 1

Interior surfaces unsanitary or in poor condition 1 $638 2026–2026 1

Failure to install an approved carbon monoxide alarm in the immedia... 1 $2,549 2026–2026 1

Failure of occupant to maintain the area occupied in a safe and sa... 1 $1,274 2026–2026 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.

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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.