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12 Pell Street, Manhattan, NY 10013

8
DOB Complaints
50
311 Housing Calls
115
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

61
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 61% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 12 Pell Street

12 Pell Street is a 5-story, 24-unit tenement building in Chinatown, owned by Danny Guo and constructed in 1915. The building has experienced recurring issues with appliance problems, particularly concerning electric/gas ranges, with multiple complaints between 2022 and 2024 showing varying inspection outcomes, including some instances where inspectors could not gain access. More concerning are the sanitation issues, with a 2024 complaint about pests being closed without inspection access.

The building has faced several fire safety concerns, particularly in 2023-2024, including violations related to fire escape access, self-closing doors, and egress obstruction. Notably, there are active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 regarding illegal occupancy, including the operation of an unlicensed massage parlor ("Ocean 1 Spa") on the ground floor, and issues concerning boiler registration. The property has undergone regular rodent inspections, showing consistent compliance in recent years with inspections in 2023-2025 passing.

The building has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations, with all annual reports from 2019-2024 showing no infested units. Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations have been documented, particularly in 2023-2024, with some currently remaining open, including pest infestations in apartment 4A. The Department of Buildings has recorded various complaints and violations between 2019 and 2024, including issues with gas systems, illegal conversions, and occupancy concerns, with several instances requiring Oath Violations to be served. The building's history shows persistent maintenance challenges, though recent inspections have indicated some improvement in rodent control, while active violations regarding illegal occupancy and fire safety concerns remain notable issues.

Last updated: July 26, 2025
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12 Pell Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the safest 40% of buildings in Chinatown.

Building Characteristics

Total units 24
Year built 1915
Total area 22270 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

8
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
115
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
50
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
12
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
2
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
8
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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12 Pell Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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12 Pell Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered None

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 12 Pell Street. These complaints are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Date ReceivedSttatus DateCategoryTypeStatus
2024-08-202024-09-20Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-172024-05-14Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-11-172024-05-14Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-03-102023-03-15Door/window-Door FrameNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-03-102023-03-15Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 12 Pell Street. These violations are related to conditions such as lack of heat, hot water, mold, pests, and other habitability issues. Class B and C violations are the most serious and may indicate significant problems with building maintenance or safety.

Inspection DateClassStatusStatus DateApartmentNOV DescriptionCertified Date
2023-05-19CCloseNone4A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HASP AND EYE CAPABLE OF BEING PADLOCKED AT DOOR LEADING TO FIRE-ESCAPE IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2023-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
2023-05-19CCloseNone4A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HASP AND EYE CAPABLE OF BEING PADLOCKED AD DOOR LEADING TO FIRE-ESCAPE IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2023-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
2023-05-16CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE AT VESTIBULE2023-06-06T00:00:00.000Z
2023-04-23BCloseNone4A§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE FIRE EGRESS DEFECTIVE. REMOVE OBSTRUCTING BARS OR UNLAWFUL GATES FROM WINDOW TO FIRE ESCAPE OR PROVIDE APPROVED TYPE GATE ... IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2023-06-13T00:00:00.000Z
2023-04-23BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT 4TH STORY BALCONY, FRONT STACK2023-06-13T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 12 Pell Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-08-20 14:07UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2023-11-17 10:50APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2023-11-17 10:50APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2022-07-26 13:23APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2022-07-21 15:04APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 12 Pell Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16599872024-02-10CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-02-13Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-02-13)
16542242023-11-26CLOSEDAdult Establishment2024-05-03Oath Violation Served (2024-05-03)
16470382023-08-31CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2023-08-31Oath Violation Served (2023-08-31)
16219252022-11-04CLOSEDAdult Establishment2022-11-25Oath Violation Served (2022-11-28)
15719272021-05-21CLOSEDGas Hook-Up/Piping – Illegal or Defective2021-05-24Oath Violation Served (2021-05-26)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 12 Pell Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 12 Pell Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 12 Pell Street. The information includes the file date, infested units, eradicated units, re-infested units, filing start date, and filing end date. The data is sourced from DOHMH. Landlords are required to file these reports; missing data may indicate non-compliance.

File DateInfested UnitsEradicated UnitsRe-infested UnitsFiling Start DateFiling End Date
2024-12-110002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-040002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-070002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-280002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-170002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 12 Pell Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-04InitialPassed
2024-12-03InitialPassed
2024-06-05InitialPassed
2023-12-04InitialPassed
2023-06-05InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 12 Pell Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: HPD
Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 12 Pell Street. The information includes the date, agency, respondent, charge, result, penalty, and status. The data is sourced from OATH.

Source: Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 12 Pell Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-05-0335677033ZEASTERN PELL REALTY CORP.FAILURE TO PROVIDE UNOBSTRUCTED EXIT PASSAGEWAY. NOTED: AT GROUND FLOOR REAR EXIT AND FIRE LADDER OBSTRUCTED BY MISCELLANEOUS MATERIAL CREATING HAZARD CONDITION, IN CASE OF EMERGENCY. REMEDY: COMPLY WITH CODE.RESOLVE1250.01250.0
2024-05-0335677034KEASTERN PELL REALTY CORP.FAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER: USE OF PROHIBITED DOOR AND/OR HARDWARE PER BC 1008.1(2014 CODE); 27-371; BC 1008.1.9(2014 CODE); BC 1010.1.8(2022 CODE); BC 1010.1.9(2022 CODE). NOTED: ATRESOLVE1250.01250.0
2024-05-0335677031PEASTERN PELL REALTY CORP.ILLEGAL USE IN A COMMERCIAL DISTRICT. UNLICENSED PHYSICAL TREATMENT ESTABLISHMENT, A PROHIBITED USE PER ZR 12-10, OPERATING IN A C6-1 DISTRICT ON GROUND FLOOR. NOTED: INDIVIDUAL OFFER A FULL BODY MASSAGE AT RATACTIVE3125.03125.0
2024-05-0335677032REASTERN PELL REALTY CORP.OCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY THE DEPT. OF BUILDINGS RECORDS. ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY NOTED: AT GROUND FLOOR HAS BEEN CONVERTED/OCCUPIED AS MASSAGE PARLOR "OCEAN 1 SPA" WITH 8 MASSAGE ROOMS, BREAK ROOMS, OILSACTIVE3125.03125.0
2023-08-3139093880XEASTERN PELL REALTYCORPFOUND AO SMITH (MODEL# HW 420 ) GAS FIRED BOILER NOT REGISTERED, MAINTAIN BOILER; CORRECT VIOLATING CONDITION SUBMIT CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTIONACTIVE625.0625.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 12 Pell Street. The information includes the start date, start violations, discharge date, and status. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 12 Pell Street. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
Effective DateRescinded DateReasonTypeUnits
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 12 Pell Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 12 Pell Street. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 12 Pell Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 12 Pell Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus
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Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 12 Pell Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 12 Pell Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 12 Pell Street. Data includes violation date, type, and status.

DateTypeStatus

Planning Projects

City Planning (ZAP) project applications for this building. Data includes project ID, status, borough, and lot/block information.

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Building Permits

Department of Buildings issued building permits for this property. This includes permits for construction, alteration, and demolition work. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

Electrical Permits

Department of Buildings issued electrical permits for this property. This includes permits for electrical work, installations, and modifications. Data includes permit type, job number, status, and issue date.

Permit TypeJob NumberStatusIssue Date

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