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
| Owner | CARTER, LAFERN G (LIFE) |
|---|---|
| Land use | Residential (R) |
| Total assessment | $171,767 (cycle 2026) |
| Last sale | Sep 24, 2024 |
| Year built | 1984 |
| Zoning | R-8 |
| Vacant | — |
Permits
8| Type | Description | Cost | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRCM | Replace 200amp electrical panel, Install new grounding, main breaker disconnect and whole house surge protector. Install C02/Smoke system | $4,000 | Feb 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 | $37,000 | Feb 10, 2026 |
| BRCM | Loan/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. | $23,800 | Feb 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 | $2,525 | Oct 6, 2025 |
| BRCM | Scope of Work: Exterior Alterations to include: Reinforce two existing roof rafters (within the same size and location), as per code | $800 | Apr 7, 2025 |
| COM2024 | ******* " LOAN GRANT" ********** SCOPE OF WORK: ----- EXTERIOR ALTERATIONS ------ REPLACE EXISTING SHINGLE ROOF, GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS. AS PER CODE. | $4,600 | Oct 31, 2024 |
| COM2024 | INSTALL (1) # ELECTRIC WATER HEATER AS PER CODE. | $900 | Sep 27, 2024 |
| COM2024 | INSTALL (1) 30000 BTU AIR-CON SYSTEM, HEAT PUMP, (1) 36000 BTU FUEL-BURNING EQUIP(FURNACE) AS PER CODE. | $5,000 | Sep 19, 2024 |
Violations
2| Kind | Category | Status | Fine | Balance | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| citation | PM 305.2.2 | V | $50 | $0 | May 1, 2025 |
| citation | PM 305.2.2 | P | $50 | $0 | Aug 17, 2022 |
Inspections
0No inspections on record.
Nearby recent activity
- permit: BUSEJul 10, 2026 · 129 m · 804 E PRESTON ST
- violation: SW-Dirty AlleyJul 3, 2026 · 125 m · 743 E PRESTON ST
- violation: HCD-Sanitation PropertyJul 2, 2026 · 132 m · 1110 HOMEWOOD AVE
- permit: BRCMJul 1, 2026 · 122 m · 918 E BIDDLE ST
- permit: BRCMJul 1, 2026 · 122 m · 918 E BIDDLE ST
- violation: HCD-Illegal DumpingJun 30, 2026 · 22 m
- violation: HCD-Sanitation PropertyJun 30, 2026 · 129 m
- violation: HCD-Sanitation PropertyJun 30, 2026 · 136 m · 744 E PRESTON ST
- permit: BRCMJun 30, 2026 · 137 m · 713 MURA ST
- permit: BRCMJun 29, 2026 · 112 m · 727 MURA ST
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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.