D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-B4601

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 44, November 1, 2024

Rule 10-B4601 - REAL PROPERTY THAT CONSTITUTES A THREAT TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, OR WELFARE

4601.1

In accordance with D.C. Official Code § 42-3171.01(2) (a), property constitutes a threat to the public health, safety, or welfare if conditions on the property meet at least two (2) of the following criteria:

(a) If the property contains a structure, the structure shows signs of disrepair that threaten surrounding properties, structures, systems, or persons, as evidenced by an absent, dilapidated, or partial roof, dilapidated or partial floors or exterior walls, visible structural defects, conditions that may expose the structure to the elements, or any other condition that evidences the structure is not maintained;

(b) If the property contains a structure, the structure fails to provide for necessary ventilation, light, sanitation, or drainage, as evidenced by inadequate or inoperable electrical wiring or plumbing, standing water, boarded or blocked doors or windows, or unconnected public utilities;

(c) If the property contains a structure, conditions on the property that violate the fire, building, or housing codes;

(d) Conditions on the property that present a threat of disease transmission or ill health, as evidenced by an environment conducive to the harborage of vermin or vectors, including the existence of abandoned cars, garbage, standing water, or excessive vegetation, or criminal acts on the property, as evidenced by drug usage or other illicit activities;

(e) Evidence of trash dumping, which includes the existence of abandoned automobiles, automobile parts, appliances, furniture, household items, clothing, household garbage, yard debris, or any other discarded items; or

(f) The property is located within a crime reduction target area; or

(g) The existence of any other condition that constitutes a threat to the public health, safety, or welfare, as determined by the Director.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 10, r. 10-B4601

Final Rulemaking published at 55 DCR 6458 (June 13, 2008)