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42 Avenue B, Manhattan, NY 10009

1
DOB Complaints
38
311 Housing Calls
48
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

88
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 88% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 42 Avenue B

The 5-story, 12-unit tenement building at 42 Avenue B in the East Village, owned by Steven Croman, has experienced recurring heating system issues throughout 2023-2025, with multiple emergency complaints regarding heat and hot water affecting apartments. Notable emergency complaints include violations for heat and hot water issues in March 2024 (affecting apartments 2 and 8), an electrical lighting problem in December 2023, and unsanitary conditions with pest infestations in September 2023, all resulting in violations. The building has also faced maintenance challenges, including fire escape safety violations identified in April 2024, and issues with balcony conditions requiring painting.

Historical data reveals the building was previously implicated in illegal hotel use allegations, with a 2018 case resulting in multiple ECB violations regarding illegal occupancy and safety system deficiencies, though these violations were resolved with penalties totaling $15,000. The property has maintained a relatively stable record regarding bedbug infestations, with only one unit affected in the 2020-2021 period, and recent inspections from 2022-2025 show mostly passing results for rodent inspections, though there were some failures noted in early 2025. The building is currently facing two active violations from 2019-2023 regarding failure to file required pressure and boiler inspection reports.

The most recent heating system complaints in January 2025 (two separate incidents) were closed after HPD confirmed the issues were resolved, though the pattern of repeated heating system complaints suggests ongoing maintenance challenges. While the building has shown some improvement in recent years regarding compliance with basic maintenance requirements (as evidenced by passing rodent inspections), the frequency of heating-related complaints and the "open" violation status regarding fire escape egress obstructions suggest that some areas still require attention. The building's historical context as a former illegal hotel with safety violations (even though resolved) and the pattern of heating system issues in recent years should be noted by potential residents.

Last updated: July 26, 2025
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42 Avenue B Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in East Village.

Building Characteristics

Total units 12
Year built 1900
Total area 7570 sq ft
Floors 5
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.
48
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
38
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
3
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
4
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
5
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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42 Avenue B Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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42 Avenue B Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not 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 42 Avenue B. 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
2025-01-062025-01-08Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-012025-01-03Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-172024-12-20Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-302024-12-03Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-03-022024-03-05Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 42 Avenue B. 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
2024-05-08CCloseNone8§ 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 HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 8, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-04-08BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITION UNIT PRUDING MORE THEN FOUR INCHS FROM WINDOW SILL AT 5TH STORY BALCONY ON FIRE ESCAPE EAST EXTERIOR WALL2024-06-04T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-08BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITION UNIT PRUDING MORE THEN FOUR INCHS FROM WINDOW SILL AT 4TH STORY BALCONY ON FIRE ESCAPE EAST EXTERIOR WALL2024-06-04T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-08BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITION UNIT PRUDING MORE THEN FOUR INCHS FROM WINDOW SILL AT 3RD STORY BALCONY ON FIRE ESCAPE EAST EXTERIOR WALL2024-06-04T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-08ACloseNoneNone§ 27-2014 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. SCRAPE AND REMOVE RUST SCALES AND PAINT WITH 2 COATS OF PAINT ALL BALCONYS AT ALL STORYS AT FIRE ESCAPE ON EAST EXTERIOR WALL2024-07-25T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 42 Avenue B. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-01-06 16:32HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-01 12:22HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-12-17 11:58HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-11-30 21:42HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-03-02 16:26HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 42 Avenue B.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16988732025-06-29ACTIVEIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings
14887722018-09-04CLOSEDIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings2018-09-11Oath Violation Served (2018-09-12)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 42 Avenue B.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2019-11-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2017 INSPECTION REPORT
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. 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
2024-12-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-050002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-150002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-01-071102020-11-012021-10-31
2021-03-150002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 42 Avenue B. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-03InitialPassed
2025-03-03ComplianceRat Activity
2025-01-08InitialFailed for Other R
2024-09-26CompliancePassed
2024-07-05InitialFailed for Other R
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2018-09-1135348327R42 AVENUE B LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.LACK OF A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS WHERE IS REQUIRED AS PER BC903.2 & 27-954 FOR TRANSIENT USE.REM:DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY.RESOLVE1250.01250.0
2018-09-1135348299Z42 AVENUE B LLCPERMANENT DWELLING USE/CONVERTED FOR OTHER THAN PERMANENT RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES.COFO #104001571 INDICATES BLDG TO BE LEGALLY APPROVED AS A C LASS "A" M/D NOW APT #3 OFFERED FOR SHORT STAY BASED ON PHYSICAL INSPRESOLVE5000.05000.0
2018-09-1135348326P42 AVENUE B LLC907.2.8 FAILURE TO PROVIDE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM FOR TRANSIENT USE.REM: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY.RESOLVE6250.06250.0
2018-09-1135348325N42 AVENUE B LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.FAILURE TO PROVIDE #OF REQUIRED MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR PER BC 1021.1,1018.1 & 27-366 FOR TRANSIENT USE.REM:DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL OCCUPANCYRESOLVE2500.02500.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 42 Avenue B. 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 42 Avenue B. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 42 Avenue B. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 42 Avenue B. 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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