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55 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10003

1
DOB Complaints
10
311 Housing Calls
14
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 55 2nd Avenue

The 7-story, 20-unit residential building at 55 2nd Avenue in the East Village, owned by Fred Ellis, has experienced several significant maintenance and code compliance issues since 2021. Most notably, there was a heat and hot water outage affecting the entire building in November 2021, though this was reportedly resolved within two days. Multiple Housing Maintenance Code violations remain open, including three consecutive violations from 2022-2024 regarding the failure to file annual bedbug reports, and several safety-related violations from November 2021 concerning the improper posting of emergency and safety-related notices in the building's common areas.

The building has also been cited for failures to maintain exterior conditions, with active Environmental Control Board violations from 2018-2025 noting issues with the facade, cornice, and roof vents. A recent (September 2024) complaint regarding an illegal/incorrect vent/exhaust installation was recorded, and there are numerous active violations related to the failure to file required external low-pressure inspection reports between 2018-2023. While rodent inspection results had consistently passed between 2020-2024, a July 2025 inspection showed rat activity, marking a concerning shift in building conditions.

The property has shown ongoing challenges with maintaining proper building systems, as evidenced by the heat and hot water outage, and the numerous open violations related to safety signage and emergency notifications from 2021. The building's age (constructed in 1901) and its classification as an Old Law Tenement may contribute to some of these maintenance challenges, though the frequency and nature of the violations suggest potential ongoing management issues. The most recent permit activity dates back to September 2019, though no specific work or improvements related to this permit are noted in the violation history.

Last updated: July 26, 2025
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55 2nd Avenue Report Contents

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55 2nd Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 20
Year built 1901
Total area 11984 sq ft
Floors 7
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.
14
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
10
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
5
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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55 2nd Avenue 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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55 2nd Avenue 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 55 2nd Avenue. 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
2021-11-172021-11-20Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 55 2nd Avenue. 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
2023-03-15AOpenNoneNone(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
2022-02-15AOpenNoneNone(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
2021-11-19AOpenNoneNone§ 26-1103 ADMIN. CODE: POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER NOTICE ON WALL OF THE ENTRANCE STORY IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH ON THE AVAILABILITY OF THE AGENCYS HOUSING INFORMATION GUIDE. A SAMPLE NOTICE CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.NYC.GOV/HPD. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2021-11-19AOpenNoneNone§ 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
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 55 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2021-11-17 11:58HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 55 2nd Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16781472024-09-22CLOSEDVent/Exhaust – Illegal/Improper2024-11-01Oath Violation Served (2024-11-06)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 55 2nd Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2025-01-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-01CompliancePassed
2025-07-02InitialRat Activity
2025-01-08InitialPassed
2024-07-09InitialPassed
2024-01-10InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-10-3139129227PELLIS FAMILY 55 2ND AVE LFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLAINT MANNER. OBSERVED LAUNDRY MAT AT COMMERCIAL SPACE ON 1ST FLOOR HAS A DRYER VENT AT ROOF THAT IS POORLY MAINTAINED AND BLOWING LINT IN AIR AND ON THE ENTIRE ROOF.ACTIVE1250.00.0
2021-05-2635577786PFREDDIE ELLIS REAL ESTATEFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING EXTERIOR WALLS FACADE AND APPURTENANCES.NOTE:AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED AT EXP #1 EAST ELEVATION OPEN JOINTS AND CRACK DETERIORATING ENTRANCE AWNING.REMEDY:MAINTAIN BUILDING EXTRESOLVE1280.00.0
2021-05-1935577627HFREDDIE L ELLIS AS CO TRUFAILURE TO MAINTAIN EXTERIOR BUILDING WALLS AND APPURTENANCES.NOTED:AT TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED AT EXP #1 EAST ELEVATION;LOOSE METAL FLASHING ON CORNICE;SPALLING BRICK AT 5TH AND 6TH FLOORS,NON FIRE ESCAPE MRESOLVE625.00.0
2018-05-1837010231RFREEDDIE L ELLIS AS CO TRFAILURE TO SUBMIT ACCEPTABLE 8TH ROUND REPORT OF CRITICAL EXAMINATIONDOCUMENTING CONDITION OF EXTERIOR WALLS & APPURTENANCES REQUIRED BY 28-302.4 FOR CONTROL#800824. REMEDY: SUBMIT REQUIREMENT TECHNICAL REPORTACTIVE1250.00.0
2018-03-0635265147XFREDDIE L ELLIS AS CO TRUFAILURE TO MAINTAIN EXTERIOR BUILDING.CORNICE RUSTED & ROTTEN OUT.7 FLBAN EDGES LIFTING.A/C UNITS MISSING BRACKETS.FIRE ESCAPE RUSTING.CHIPPED SILLS,DECORATIVE WINDOW HEADERS ERODED GROUT.IMMEDIATELY SECURE CORRESOLVE250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 55 2nd Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 55 2nd Avenue. 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 55 2nd Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 55 2nd Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 55 2nd Avenue. 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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