Sylvia J Anderson — Worst Landlords

Violations

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

Mechanical or electrical systems unmaintained 4 $4,811 2023–2026 1

Interior surfaces unsanitary or in poor condition 3 $1,914 2026–2026 1

Owner providing, occupying, or allowing occupancy of premises not i... 2 $2,358 2023–2023 1

Failure to make all means of egress doors readily openable from the... 2 $4,716 2023–2023 1

Failure to maintain roof drainage adequate to prevent dampness or d... 2 $1,180 2023–2023 1

Failure to maintain interior doors that are securely attached to ja... 2 $256 2026–2026 1

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Cracked plaster, holes, or water damage 2 $1,228 2023–2026 1

Unsafe cooking or water heating appliances 1 $1,274 2026–2026 1

Failure to maintain in operable condition all systems, devices and ... 1 $2,358 2023–2023 1

Failure to maintain handrails and guards firmly fastened, in sound ... 1 $1,179 2023–2023 1

Failure to maintain exterior property and premises, and the interio... 1 $625 2025–2025 1

Failure to eliminate and repaint surfaces with peeling, flaking or ... 1 $590 2023–2023 1

Failure of the owner to keep structure free from rodent infestation 1 $638 2026–2026 1

Failure of the owner to keep fire escapes, stairways, and other eg... 1 $2,358 2023–2023 1

Failure of the owner or operator of a housing business to replace o... 1 $2,549 2026–2026 1

Failure by owner or operator of any building who rents, leases, or ... 1 $2,549 2026–2026 1

Building

1 1771 Lyman Place NE 26 $30,583 Mar 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.