Sql 5400 LLC — Worst Landlords

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One of the worst landlords in Ward 4. One of the 20 worst in the ward by total fines assessed.

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Violations

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

Failure to install electrical equipment, wiring, or appliances in a... 14 $8,932 2026–2026 1

Cracked plaster, holes, or water damage 14 $8,932 2026–2026 1

Unsanitary bathroom or kitchen fixtures 12 $7,656 2026–2026 1

Smoke alarms missing — sleeping rooms 4 $10,196 2026–2026 1

Unsafe stairs or walking surfaces 3 $3,822 2026–2026 1

Interior structure not in good repair 3 $3,822 2026–2026 1

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Failure to keep all required portable fire extinguishers maintained... 3 $7,647 2026–2026 1

Failure to repair, remove or cover peeling, chipping, flaking or ab... 2 $1,276 2026–2026 1

Windows or doors not weathertight 1 $638 2026–2026 1

Allowing a dangerous structure or premises to exist consisting of a... 1 $2,549 2026–2026 1

Building

1 5400 7 th Street NW 24 58 $58,019 Oct 2026

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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.