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38 Avenue B, Manhattan, NY 10009

3
DOB Complaints
33
311 Housing Calls
74
Housing Violations
4
Permits

Risk Assessment

90
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 90% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 38 Avenue B

The 6-story, 10-unit apartment building at 38 Avenue B, owned by Steven Croman, has experienced numerous maintenance issues over the past two years, particularly related to heat and water systems. Most recently, in early 2025, there were multiple complaints about heat/hot water problems (including an emergency complaint on February 17) and plumbing issues that HPD was unable to inspect despite multiple service requests. In 2024, the building faced significant challenges with mold and water leakage, resulting in violations during HPD inspections.

The property has a documented history of heat and water system problems, with similar issues reported in December 2023 and throughout 2024. Notable violations were issued for Apartment 3A in 2024 regarding mold, bathroom ceiling conditions, and a fire escape lock, while Apartment 5B had issues with ceiling repair and water leakage documented in October 2023. The building's maintenance record shows consistent rodent control measures being implemented, with recent inspections in 2025 showing passed results, though there were indications of rat activity in mid-2023.

The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations in recent years, with no reported cases between 2020-2024 except for one in 2019 (which was promptly addressed). Recent regulatory actions include an active ECB violation (since 2022) regarding plumbing issues in retail space and a 2024 HPD violation for unsanitary conditions. Historical complaints show concerns about gas supply and various maintenance issues, though many were resolved promptly. The building's owners have obtained multiple permits for work in 2019, though specific details of the work performed are not indicated in the provided data.

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

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 10
Year built 1900
Total area 10398 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
74
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
33
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
10
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
4
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 38 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009
  • 199 East 3rd St, New York, NY 10009

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38 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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38 Avenue B 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 38 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
2025-02-172025-02-21Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-212025-01-23Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-142025-01-16Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-122025-01-14Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-04-082024-05-12Water Leak-Damp SpotNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 38 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
2024-05-09CCloseNone3A§ 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF KEY OPERATED LOCK INSTALLED AT ROOM LEADING TO FIRE ESCAPE IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-05-21T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-11AOpenNone3A§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-04-11CCloseNone3A§ 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 3A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-05-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-04-11ACloseNone3A§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... AT CEILING APPROX 2 SQ.FT IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-05-07T00:00:00.000Z
2023-12-21CCloseNone2B§ 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE. IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-01-02T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 38 Avenue B. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-02-17 10:56HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-21 12:40PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
2025-01-14 06:30HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-12 13:18HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-01-04 17:53Food EstablishmentBare Hands in Contact w/ FoodClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 38 Avenue B.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16275782023-01-26CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2023-01-26No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-01-26)
15968362022-04-05CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2022-07-26Oath Violation Served (2022-07-28)
15374122020-02-27CLOSEDSign Falling: Danger/Sign Erection or Display In-Progress (ILLEGAL)2020-02-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-02-27)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 38 Avenue B.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 38 Avenue B. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 38 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
2022-12-130002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-020002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-300002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 38 Avenue B. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-03InitialPassed
2025-01-08InitialPassed
2024-07-05InitialPassed
2024-01-05InitialPassed
2023-11-20BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 38 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 38 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 38 Avenue B. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-07-2639066667N199 EAST 3RD STREET LLCI OBSERVED IN EMPANADA STORE NO COLD WATER COMING OUT OF THE SINKS. IN BASEMENT USING PVC PIPING AND FERNCO COUPLING ON WASTE LINES. ALSO IN THE GAS METER ROOM COMPRESSOR IS LESS THEN FOOT AWAY FROM THE GAS METACTIVE500.0500.0
2019-01-2535366161PNPE3 LLCFAILURE TO DISTRIBUTE/POST NOTICE OF TENANT PROTECTION PLAN.NOTE:AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED NO TENANT PROTETCION PLAN POSTED AND TENANTS STATED THAT THEY DID NOT RECEIVE ANY TENANT PROTECTION PLAN.FAILURE TRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 38 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 38 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 38 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 38 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 38 Avenue B. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 38 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.

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 38 Avenue B. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 38 Avenue B. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 38 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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