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Explosion Fallout: Landlord Neglect Lawsuit | Washington DC News
D.C.’s Attorney General is suing apartment owners John and Herminia Steininger after a deadly 2024 explosion displaced dozens of families—and left the building uninhabitable for nearly two years. Despite over 120 housing code violations and $140,000 in fines since 2018, the owners ignored tenant safety concerns, including reported stove and gas line issues that led to severe burns and a catastrophic blast. The lawsuit also targets a four-unit Lamont Street building with 53 violations, including lead paint and faulty wiring. The District seeks reimbursement for emergency housing costs, as one…
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