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81 Bowery, Manhattan, NY 10002

8
DOB Complaints
6
311 Housing Calls
1
Housing Violations
9
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 81 Bowery

The four-story lodging home at 81 Bowery in Chinatown, owned by Donald Lee and built in 1910, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years. Between 2020 and 2025, the building faced recurring heat and hot water problems, with multiple emergency complaints registered in October and September 2020.

More recently, there have been structural concerns, including reports of building shaking/vibration in late 2023 and a December 2023 violation citing approximately 32 linear feet of damaged lintel at the first-floor storefront, for which a $2,500 penalty was imposed. The building has also encountered persistent pest control challenges, with bedbug reports in recent years (most recently showing 25 infested units in 2025) and multiple rodent inspections revealing variable results between 2022 and 2025. The property has undergone various regulatory scrutiny, including Department of Buildings complaints regarding unauthorized work and occupancy issues, with significant violations related to a restaurant space (Da Yu Hot Pot) that was noted as operating without proper permits in 2019-2020, resulting in multiple active violations with penalties.

The building's maintenance history shows consistent documentation of bedbug reporting requirements being filed, though with an open bedbug violation from 2019. Additional concerns have included periodic inspections revealing fire escape blockage issues and an open violation from 2019 regarding egress obstruction from the fourth-story balcony. While some maintenance issues have been resolved through inspections and repairs, including a passing rodent inspection in May 2025, the building has a pattern of recurring infrastructure and pest control challenges that suggest ongoing maintenance needs.

Last updated: July 26, 2025
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81 Bowery Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 5
Year built 1910
Total area 15024 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class LODGING HOME
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Key Building Statistics

8
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
1
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
6
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
6
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
9
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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81 Bowery 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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81 Bowery Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less 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 81 Bowery. 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
2020-10-122020-10-15Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2020-09-282020-09-30Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2019-05-222019-08-16Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 81 Bowery. 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
2024-04-01ACloseNoneNone(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
2023-03-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-02-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2021-04-01ACloseNoneNone(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
2019-08-03BOpenNoneNone§ 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 STACKNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 81 Bowery. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2020-10-12 13:30HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2020-09-28 13:23HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2019-12-05 15:49Food EstablishmentNo Permit or LicenseClosedDOHMH
2019-12-05 15:32Food EstablishmentRodents/Insects/GarbageClosedDOHMH
2019-12-04 13:03Food EstablishmentFood Preparation LocationClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 81 Bowery.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16553872023-12-12CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2023-12-13Oath Violation Served (2023-12-13)
16537362023-11-17CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2023-11-17Complaint Referred To Department Of Consumer Affairs (dca) (2023-11-17)
15726322021-06-01CLOSEDCOVID-19 Executive Order2021-06-04No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2021-06-04)
15705832021-05-04CLOSEDIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings2021-05-10Complaint Unsubstantiated Based On Department Records (2021-05-10)
15370402020-02-24CLOSEDCertificate of Occupancy – None/ILLEGAL/Contrary to CO2020-03-07Oath Violation Served (2020-03-07)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 81 Bowery.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. 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
2025-05-0125502023-11-012024-10-31
2024-04-3025502022-11-012023-10-31
2023-06-0125502021-11-012022-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 81 Bowery. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-08CompliancePassed
2025-03-07InitialFailed for Other R
2024-09-09InitialPassed
2024-03-11InitialPassed
2023-09-12InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-12-1339101366K81 BOWERY REALTY CORPA8-AT TIME OF INSPECTION, I NOTICED APPROX 32 LINEAR FEET OF LINTEL AT EXP 1, 1ST FLOOR STOREFRONT SEPARATING AND DEFLECTING, AS WELL AS MISSING/SEPARATING CORNICE SECTIONS APPROX 16 LINEAR FEET BETWEEN THE 2NDRESOLVE2500.02500.0
2020-03-0739019151K81 BOWERY REALTY CORPFAILURE TO CONDUCT OR FILE A FINAL INSPECTION OF PERMITTED WORK WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS: NOTED: OBSERVED AT LOCATION A RESTAURANT NAMED, DA YU HOT POT, THAT IS CURRENTLY OPEN FOR BUSINESS. PERMIT #1231ACTIVE6250.00.0
2020-03-0739019152M81 BOWERY REALTY CORPALTERED/CHANGED BUILDING OCCUPIED WITHOUT A VALID CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY AS PER 28-118.3.1 - 28-118.3.2 NOTED: OBSERVED AT GROUND LEVEL A RESTAURANT NAMED, DA YU HOT POT. PERMIT #123140699 WAS ISSUED FOR INTEACTIVE6250.00.0
2019-12-0539013901N81 BOWERY REALTY CORPI OBSERVED IN CELLAR OF CURTAIN COMMERCIAL SPACE PVC PIPING INSTALLED FOR SANITARY PIPING WHICH IS PROHIBITED AND NOT CODE COMPLAINT, REMOVE NON-COMPLYING MATERIAL OR EQUIPMENTACTIVE6250.00.0
2019-01-2435375130RNY FIRST DECORATION INCFAILURE TO SAFEGUARD ALL PERSONS AND PROPERTY AFFECTED BY CONSTRUCTION OPERTATION. NOTED: PREMISES 4-STORY WITH A CELLAR ATTACHED NFP MASONARY FRAME BUILDING. AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION, I OBSERVED, INTERIOR CONRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. 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 81 Bowery. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 81 Bowery. 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 81 Bowery. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 81 Bowery. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 81 Bowery. 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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