78 Rivington Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 56 recorded HPD violations, above the Lower East Side average of 17.7.
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How 78 Rivington Street's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 613 buildings in this neighborhood, 92 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 78 Rivington Street report
| Total units | 20 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1920 |
| Gross area | 13,860 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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78 Rivington Street event timeline
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color The South Wall In The Bathroom Located At Apt 2A, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Dismissed |
| 10/24/2025 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 2A, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Dismissed |
| 06/18/2023 | C | Original | § 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 Door Leading To Compactor Room. At Public Hall, 1St Story | Violation Closed |
| 07/26/2023 | C | Original | § 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 Leading To Garbage Room At Public Hall, 1St Story | Violation Dismissed |
| 07/26/2023 | C | Original | § 27-2033 Adm Code Provide Ready Access To Buildings Heating System Lock Door At Boiler Room | Violation Dismissed |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 2C |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 5C |
| 12/12/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/25/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/24/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/12/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | 1710811 | Closed | 59 | 11/23/2025 |
| 08/27/2024 | 1676195 | Closed | 79 | 08/27/2024 |
| 07/03/2023 | 1642217 | Closed | 23 | 07/04/2023 |
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | 39168043M | Active | I Observed In Restaurants Basement 200 Amps Service Disconnect Switch Missing Grounding Electrical Conductor, Provide Grounding; Fix All Conditions As Per Nec And Nyc Amendments | $4,800 |
| 11/20/2025 | 39168044Y | Active | I Observed In Restaurants Basement Installation Of Three 200 Amps Breaker Panels Without An Electrical Permit On File, Obtain Permit; Obtain Electrical Permit | $1,600 |
| 07/04/2023 | 39518704H | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Sws As Per Code At Time Of Inspection Of Alt 6 Story Building Inactive Jobsite Observed Sws Installed At Exp1,2,4 Not Maintained As Per Code,It Was Observed Vertical Posts Out Of Plumb, Mud | $0 |
| 02/24/2021 | 35548159N | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building Wall(S) Or Appurtenances.Noted:On Exp#2 South Windows At 2Nd And 3Rd Floor Cracked Broken Brick Around The Windows.Rem:Repair Or Replace. | $625 |
| 12/30/2020 | 39034076P | Resolve | Exp2 (Allen St. Side) Area Above 2Nd Floor Window Were The Drop Down Ladder Connects To Building All The Way Up To The 5Th Floor Window, Deterioration Of The Facade & Cracking Throughout. Cell Phone Communicati | $2,500 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
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Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/04/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/08/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/22/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/01/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 03/11/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 10/30/2025 | Compliance | Passed |
| 09/11/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 03/07/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 09/10/2024 | Initial | Passed |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2025 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Replace And Modify Fixtures In Existing Commercial Use Group 6 Space. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 09/12/2025 |
| 07/16/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Renovation Of Existing Commercial Space Into New Food And Beverage Restaurant Establishment To Receive New Partitions, Wall/Floor Finish, New Kitchen Equipment, New Plumbing Fixtures, New Furniture/Millwork, And New Light Fixtures. | Permit Issued | 07/16/2025 |
| 02/26/2024 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Herewith Filing Interior Renovation To Remove A Non-Bearing Wall To Combine Two Stores And Minor Renovation For New Counters And Repair Of Floors. No Change In Use Or Occupancy In This Application All Cof O Work Is Done Under Job Number - Tco 120684928T0 | Signed-Off | 02/26/2024 |
| 06/05/2023 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 006 | Facade Repair, Brick Replacement And Pointing As Per Plan. There Will Be No Change In The Use, Egress, Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 06/05/2023 |
| 05/23/2023 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Live Load 300 Lbs Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 05/23/2023 |
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