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20 Pell Street, Manhattan, NY 10013

1
DOB Complaints
18
311 Housing Calls
15
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 20 Pell Street

20 Pell Street is a 6-story, 11-unit old-law tenement building located in Chinatown, built in 1910 and currently owned by Theodore Chin. The building has experienced recurring issues with essential services, particularly during 2021-2023, with multiple complaints regarding gas range appliances and heat/hot water systems.

Between November 2021 and December 2022, there were several emergency complaints about heating systems affecting both common areas and individual apartments, many of which were closed without inspections due to lack of access. More recently, in 2023 and 2024, there have been ongoing issues with gas supply to kitchen fixtures, affecting multiple apartments including units 2 and 7, as well as concerns about bedbug reporting requirements. The building has multiple active violations related to energy management requirements as of 2024, including failure to file benchmarking reports and display energy efficiency scores.

There are also several open violations from 2022-2024 requiring improvements to building management communications, including posting maintenance notices and superintendent contact information. Rodent inspections have shown mixed results, with recent inspections in 2024-2025 passing, but there were indications of rat activity in 2023-2024. The property has also undergone several emergency work permits to address various maintenance issues, with the most recent permits issued in 2019-2020.

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

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Chinatown.

Building Characteristics

Total units 11
Year built 1910
Total area 26719 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
15
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
18
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
6
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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20 Pell Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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20 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 20 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
2023-01-112023-05-19Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2022-11-122023-05-19General-Cooking GasEmergencyCLOSE
2022-12-292022-12-31Plumbing-RadiatorEmergencyCLOSE
2022-12-292022-12-31Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
2021-12-072022-10-14Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 20 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
2024-04-01AOpenNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2023-05-16CCloseNone2§ 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-03-15AOpenNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
2022-09-28AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2104 ADM CODE POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY SHOWING THE REGISTRATION NUMBER ASSIGNED BY THE DEPARTMENT AND THE ADDRESS OF THE BUILDING. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2022-09-28COpenNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MISSING SIGN AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 20 Pell Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-01-11 10:19APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2022-11-12 17:27GENERALCOOKING GASClosedHPD
2021-12-07 22:43HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2021-12-07 22:43APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2021-11-29 20:32HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 20 Pell Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16285782023-02-07CLOSEDEnforcement Work Order (DOB)2023-02-16No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-02-16)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 20 Pell Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-12-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2024-08-02V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4
2024-05-02V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4
2024-02-22V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 20 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 20 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
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 20 Pell Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-04InitialPassed
2024-12-03InitialPassed
2024-06-05InitialPassed
2024-01-04ComplianceRat Activity
2023-12-04InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 20 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 20 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 20 Pell Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 20 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 20 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 20 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)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 20 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 20 Pell Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 20 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.

DateTypeResult
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Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 20 Pell Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 20 Pell Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 20 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.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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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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