216 East 5 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 128 recorded HPD violations, above the East Village average of 14.4.
Is 216 East 5 Street rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
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How 216 East 5 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 1555 buildings in this neighborhood, 62 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 216 East 5 Street report
| Total units | 12 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1866 |
| Gross area | 6,853 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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216 East 5 Street event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2031 Adm Code Provide Hot Water At All Hot Water Fixtures In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 9, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Violation Closed |
| 04/07/2026 | A | Original | §27-2104(B) Hmc Post A Proper Notice Regarding Rent Stabilization Law, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, In A Conspicuous Location Within The Common Area At The BuildingS Entrance. For More Information About Signage Requirements, Please Visit: Https://Www.Nyc.Gov/Site/Hpd/Services-And-Information/Required-Signage.Page | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/07/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2011 Adm Code Cleanse To The Satisfaction Of This Department The Landing And Stairs At All Stories At Public Hall | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/07/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2026 Adm Code Repair The Leaky And/Or Defective Faucets At Sink In The Kitchenette Located At Apt 9, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/29/2025 | A | Original | § 300 M/D Law File Plans And Application And Legalize The Following Alteration Or Restore To The Legal Condition Existing Prior To The Making Of Said Alteration Acoustic Ceiling Tiles In The 3Rd Room From North Located At Apt 7, 4Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Not Complied With |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/22/2026 | Paint/Plaster – Ceiling | Emergency | Close | GFW |
| 01/22/2026 | Plumbing – Bathtub/Shower | Non Emergency | Close | GFW |
| 01/22/2026 | Electric – Outlet/Switch | Non Emergency | Close | GFW |
| 01/22/2026 | Electric – Lighting | Non Emergency | Close | GFW |
| 03/10/2026 | Flooring/Stairs – Floor | Non Emergency | Close | GFW |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/18/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/18/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/18/2026 | Plumbing | Radiator | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/18/2026 | Plumbing | Basin/Sink | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2026 | 1725181 | Closed | 20 | 05/13/2026 |
| 03/06/2026 | 1718706 | Closed | 73 | 03/11/2026 |
| 07/02/2025 | 1699171 | Closed | 7J | 07/02/2025 |
| 07/01/2025 | 1699053 | Closed | 45 | 07/14/2025 |
| 09/23/2024 | 1678194 | Closed | 1Y | 09/24/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2024 | 39125612N | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner: Atoi, Observed At Cellar, Piles And Bags Of Garbage, Debris, Used And Unused Construction Materials, Bags Of Cements, Fire Extinguishers And Numerous Other | $0 |
| 09/12/2024 | 39124776P | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner: At The Time Of Inspection, Observed At 5Th Floor Level, Boxes And Construction Material Blocking Access To Apartment Door. At Stairway Leading To Roof, Fir | $625 |
| 08/23/2023 | 39093228P | Resolve | In Apartment #7 New Installation Of Outlets And Switches No Application On File With D.O.B., Obtain Permit | $0 |
| 08/23/2023 | 39093229R | Resolve | At The Time Of Inspection I Observed Throughout Apartments 3, 5, And 7 Water Damaged And Deuterating Fixtures Outlets Panel Boxes With Breakers And Wires From The Last Flood., Comply With Ec | $0 |
| 08/21/2023 | 39092970P | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner. Observed Water Leaking From Lights And Outlets In Apt#3 At Time Of Inspection., Repair And/Replace | $0 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2020 | $4,000,000 | C1 | East Village | |
| 02/10/2015 | $0 | C1 | East Village |
What this is
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 |
| 06/09/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/11/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/19/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 02/18/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 08/12/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 07/18/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 07/03/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 01/10/2025 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 5 through 5 | Interior Renovation Of Apt 10 On 5Th Floor. Remove Partition, Relocate Bathroom And Kitchen, Refinish Entire Apartment. No Change In Use, Egress And Occupancy | Signed-Off | 07/15/2024 |
| 05/31/2024 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 5 through 5 | Plumbing Work In Conjunction To Apt 10 Renovation | Signed-Off | 05/31/2024 |
| 05/30/2024 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 5 through 5 | Interior Renovation Of Apt 10 On 5Th Floor. Remove Partition, Relocate Bathroom And Kitchen, Refinish Entire Apartment. No Change In Use, Egress And Occupancy | Signed-Off | 05/30/2024 |
| 02/01/2023 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Limited Renovation Of Apt#1 On 1St Floor. Replace Bathroom Floor And Wall Tiles, Replace Kitchen Cabinet. No Change In Use, Egress And Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 02/01/2023 |
| 03/22/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Basement/Sub-basement, Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1 through 1, Floor Number(s) 4 through 4, Floor Number(s) 3 through 3 | Cap And Remove Plumbing Fixture. Install New Bathroom And Kitchen Fixtures. Install Plumbing Risers From Cellar, Basement To 4Th Floor | Signed-Off | 03/22/2022 |
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