Apartment in Rockville failed to complete repairs by stipulated date following discovery of mysterious black material
In the Fields of Rockville apartment complex, resident Libby Adams and her immunocompromised children are facing an ongoing health crisis. A black substance, suspected to be mold, has been found on the walls near her daughters' bedroom, causing concern for Adams and her family.
Adams' optimism that the apartment complex would take appropriate steps to fix the issue is low, as the necessary repairs have not been completed by the July 7 deadline, despite an extension from the initial June 30 deadline. The city of Rockville inspected the complex again on June 30 and found that they were taking steps to remediate the issue, but progress has been slow.
Exactly two weeks later, the black substance remains on the wall, and the apartment management company has not conducted a mold test. This lack of action has led the city to issue citations and fines against the property management. The fine amount and the length of the compliance period have not been disclosed.
The ongoing violations mean that the apartment complex remains under code enforcement penalties and potential court hearings for non-compliance. Charnita Jackson, Community Enhancement Code Enforcement Manager for the City of Rockville, communicated the matter to the onsite property management company and required an air quality testing from a qualified company.
Adams' youngest child is still experiencing ear problems, and her oldest child is still experiencing migraines and stomach aches. Adams' use of inhalers and nebulizers has increased due to the current situation.
The apartment management company has not responded to questions about the mold test results, the reason for missing the deadline, and their response to residents' health concerns. The city has not provided the results of the moisture reading test conducted by the apartment management company.
The Fields of Rockville apartment complex is currently in code violation, and the delays in completing the required remediation work have led to continued health risks for its residents. The city's efforts to enforce compliance and ensure the safety of its residents are commendable, but more needs to be done to address this ongoing health crisis.
- In light of the ongoing health issues, Libby Adams, a resident of The Fields of Rockville, is considering investing in a residential property elsewhere to avoid the real-estate complex's finance-related issues that have led to prolonged violations and health risks.
- The city of Rockville, concerned about the residents' welfare, is considering providing temporary financial assistance to those affected by the mold situation in The Fields of Rockville apartment complex, as the complex's financial management seems to prioritize remediation work insufficiently.
