223 East 5 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 11 recorded HPD violations, at or below the East Village average of 14.4.
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How 223 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, 1011 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 223 East 5 Street report
| Total units | 18 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1875 |
| Gross area | 7,456 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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Forest Hills, NY 11375
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223 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2021 | B | Original | § 53,187,231 M/D Law & Dept Rules & Reg. Provide Means Of Egress From Yard To Street By Fireproof Passageway For Which Application Must Be Filed For Approval,Or By Unlocked Door Or Gate In Fence To Adjoining Premises With Consent Of Adjacent Owner. | Not Complied With |
| 12/01/2021 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Replace With New The Broken Or Defective Bilco Doors Leading To Cellar At Building Front | Violation Closed |
| 12/01/2021 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Metal Cornice At Roof At Building Front | Violation Closed |
| 12/01/2021 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Fire Retardant Material At Ceiling And All Walls At All Stories At Public Hall | Violation Closed |
| 12/01/2021 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color Ceiling And West Wall In The 3Rd Room From North Located At Apt 6, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Violation Closed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 02/08/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 11 |
| 07/26/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 12 |
| 07/15/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 12 |
| 01/07/2025 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/08/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/26/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 07/25/2025 | Food Establishment | Rodents/Insects/Garbage | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 07/16/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2024 | 1668064 | Closed | 6V | 05/20/2024 |
| 02/12/2024 | 1660055 | Closed | 6V | 02/15/2024 |
| 12/12/2023 | 1655324 | Closed | 6V | 12/12/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 07/08/2022 |
| 03/02/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 07/08/2022 |
| 03/02/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 07/08/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2024 | 39114822H | Resolve | Failure To Comply With The Commissioners Order Contained In Summons/Violation# 35577052X Issued On 12/01/2021 And To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28-201.1 And 1Rcny 102-01. Failure To Provide Ad | $625 |
| 02/15/2024 | 39106048H | Resolve | Failure To Comply With The Commissioners Order Contained In Summons/Violation# 35577052X Issued On 12/01/21 And To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28-201.1 And 1Rcny 102-01. (Failure To Maintain Ad | $1,250 |
| 12/12/2023 | 39101179P | Resolve | Unlawful Acts: Failure To Comply With Commissioners Order Contained In Summons/Violation # 35577052X Issued On 12/06/2021 And To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28-201.1 And 1Rcny 102-01 (Failure T | $1,250 |
| 12/01/2021 | 35577052X | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Adequate Housekeeping Note:Atoi Observed Work Being Performed Under Aforementioned Job#.As Result Excessive Amts Of Stored Debris Observed Thruout Apts1,2,8,9,10,12 Which Poses Safety Hazard | $625 |
| 12/01/2021 | 35634411R | Resolve | Failure To Provide Cover Faceplate Lampholder Luminaire Canopy For Electrical Outlet.Exposed Electrical Wiring In Basement Splice Box.Remedy:Comply With Code. | $250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2021 | $8,159,083 | C7 | East Village | |
| 09/10/2015 | $5,635,000 | C7 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 11/03/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/13/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/16/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/07/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 08/11/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 04/04/2025 | Compliance | Passed |
| 02/07/2025 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 08/12/2024 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2022 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 005 through 005 | Minor Alteration - Interior Renovation Of Residential Unit 15 And 16 At The Fifth Floor Existing 5 Story Multi Family Dwelling As Per Tppn# 3/97. No Change Of Use, Occupancy Or Egress | Signed-Off | 10/14/2022 |
| 09/21/2022 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 005 through 005 | Minor Alteration - Interior Renovation To Combine Residential Unit 15 And 16 At The Fifth Floor Existing 5 Story Multi Family Dwelling As Per Tppn# 3/97. No Change Of Use, Occupancy Or Egress | Permit Issued | 09/21/2022 |
| 01/26/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 004 through 004 | File Alteration Type 2 Of Minor Interior Renovation To Combine Unit 9 And Unit 10 At Existing Fourth Floor, Nochange Of Use, Egress, Or Occupancy | Signed-Off | 01/26/2022 |
| 01/26/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 002 through 002 | Filing To Combine Apartment #1 And #2 As Per Tppn#3/97 To Create One Unit. | Signed-Off | 01/26/2022 |
| 01/26/2022 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 003 through 003 | File Alteration Type 2 To Renovate Existing Apartment. Refinish Wall, Ceiling, And Floor, Relocate Sink, Toilet, Etc, No Change Of Use, Egress, Or Occupancy | Signed-Off | 01/26/2022 |
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