Baltimore City · 21202

817 SHOWELL CT

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Total assessment
$171,767
Land use
Residential (R)
Year built
1984
Last sale
Sep 24, 2024

Assessment

OwnerCARTER, LAFERN G (LIFE)
Land useResidential (R)
Total assessment$171,767 (cycle 2026)
Last saleSep 24, 2024
Year built1984
ZoningR-8
Vacant

Permits

8
TypeDescriptionCostIssued
BRCMReplace 200amp electrical panel, Install new grounding, main breaker disconnect and whole house surge protector. Install C02/Smoke system$4,000Feb 19, 2026
BRCM• Structural Scope Floor Framing Repairs Replace the rim joist and first-floor joist (only those showing water damage) between the steel beam bearing location and the north foundation wall. Install new 2×8 joists in kind. Replace sill plate at repair area with new PT 2×6 anchored with ½" bolts at 48" o.c. (7" embedment, set in epoxy). Replace subfloor with new ¾" plywood sheathing. Basement Beam Reinforcement Sister one new 2×12 to the existing wood beam with ½" through-bolts at 8" o.c., staggered. Existing steel lally column may remain. Joist Overlap & Fastening Verify all floor-joist overlaps are secured with a minimum of (3) 10d nails at each overlap. Basement Stair & Landing Reconstruction Install a new steel column beneath the basement stair landing to correct sagging and provide proper support. Ensure landing and stair connection is level and structurally sound. Carpentry & Kitchen Scope Repair split drywall in rear right bedroom and finish ready for paint. Refinish or replace master bedroom ceiling as needed (to address existing deterioration). o Repair finish flooring in second-floor hallway and bedroom where missing or damaged. o Install new handrail at basement stairs. o Install second handrail at main staircase to second floor (approximately 123" plus turn). o Tighten and secure existing basement stair handrail. o Replace kitchen cabinets, countertop,(replace with like items in type/quality). o Replace kitchen appliances: ? Microwave ? Refrigerator • Exterior & Site Work o Remove trees growing at the foundation on the side of the house (tree removal only; no trimming-only scope). o Replace rake boards at roof line and wrap with aluminum flashing. o Remove and replace vinyl siding at front and side with like material. o Provide an allowance for replacement of water-damaged sheathing discovered during siding removal and repair. o Replace basement window at side wall with a new unit of similar size and style. as per code as per plans$37,000Feb 10, 2026
BRCMLoan/Grant - INSTALL A NEW STORM DOOR – Exterior. Install a high quality cross buck storm door with a white baked on enamel finish. Stormdoor to have Z-bar frame, 1" or thicker door, removable tempered glass panel, fiberglass screen, locking latch set, automatic closer, wind chain and door sweep. INSTALL A NEW SHOWER STALL - FIBERGLASS, W/FIXTURES - Remove existing shower stall, if any, and provide and install per manufacturer's instructions a new 32" x 60" white. Install any necessary water lines, drain lines, vents, framing, blocking, shims and nailers to ensure proper and code approved installation of shower unit. Fix/replace bathroom sink. Repair and replace back deck with composite flooring. Install new iron railings - new premium grade ornamental iron railings around open edges of floors and stairs. Top rail to be heavy duty, curved and at least 1-5/8" wide. Bottom rail to be heavy duty. TRIM TREE OVERHANGING the back patio - Trim tree limbs overhanging roof so that a vertical clearance of about 15 feet exists between the patio steps and any remaining tree limbs.$23,800Feb 4, 2026
BRCM• Demolition and disposal to include the following for structural review: o Existing bathroom walls, ceiling, and fixtures (tub, sink, toilet) o Mechanical closet walls and ceiling o Existing ceiling grid, ceiling at front of basement, paneling to expose existing beam, and paneling to expose water leak$2,525Oct 6, 2025
BRCMScope of Work: Exterior Alterations to include: Reinforce two existing roof rafters (within the same size and location), as per code$800Apr 7, 2025
COM2024 ******* " LOAN GRANT" ********** SCOPE OF WORK: ----- EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS ------ REPLACE EXISTING SHINGLE ROOF, GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS. AS PER CODE.$4,600Oct 31, 2024
COM2024INSTALL (1) # ELECTRIC WATER HEATER AS PER CODE.$900Sep 27, 2024
COM2024INSTALL (1) 30000 BTU AIR-CON SYSTEM, HEAT PUMP, (1) 36000 BTU FUEL-BURNING EQUIP(FURNACE) AS PER CODE.$5,000Sep 19, 2024

Violations

2
KindCategoryStatusFineBalanceDate
citationPM 305.2.2V$50$0May 1, 2025
citationPM 305.2.2P$50$0Aug 17, 2022

Inspections

0

No inspections on record.

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Data freshness: city-311: 2026-07-12; city-ecb-citations: 2026-07-12; city-housing-inspections: 2026-07-12; city-permits: 2026-07-12; city-real-property: 2026-07-12; city-vbn: 2026-07-12; county-permits: 2026-07-12; sdat-properties: 2026-07-12;

Official sources: Maryland SDAT, Baltimore City permits.