319 West 38 Street
Despite past complaints, recent landlord activity indicates a low probability of future maintenance failures.
This building has 5 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Hell's Kitchen average of 18.1.
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How 319 West 38 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 1009 buildings in this neighborhood, 928 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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What's in the 319 West 38 Street report
| Total units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 4 |
| Year built | 1920 |
| Gross area | 7,604 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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319 West 38 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/15/2023 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 03/15/2023 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/16/2022 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/16/2022 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 04/01/2021 | A | Original | (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. | 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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2025 | 1697545 | Closed | 09 | 07/18/2025 |
| 09/16/2024 | 1677648 | Closed | 73 | 09/16/2024 |
| 04/15/2024 | 1665365 | Closed | 91 | 04/19/2024 |
| 03/22/2024 | 1663098 | Closed | 8A | 03/22/2024 |
| 03/18/2024 | 1662728 | Closed | 09 | 04/01/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code Compliant Manner. Note:Observed @ Exp #1 North Elevation Deteriorating Masonry From Fl 1-4 Which Includes Step Cracks;Damaged Mortar Joints; Missing/Open Sections Of Bricks; Spalled Bricks/Stone. Remedy: Fix And/Or Replace | 11/25/2025 |
| 02/06/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Building Exterior Walls Facade And Appurtenances Note:Observed Damaged Brickand Mortar Joints At The South West Corner Of Exposure#1 Remedy:Maintain Building Exterior Walls,Facade And Appurtenances | 11/25/2025 |
| 01/11/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Ftm Bldg In A Code Compliant Manner. Obseved Damaged Brick And Mortar Joints On Exp1 South Elevation. Remedy: Comply With Code | 11/25/2025 |
| 10/18/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Bldg In A Code Compliant Manner. Observed Damaged Bricks On Floors 1,2 And 3 On Exposure 2 West Elevation Remedy: Repair Or Replace Bricks That Are Damaged On All Visible Exposures | 11/25/2025 |
| 06/01/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Ftm Building In Code Compliant Manner. On Exp2 West Elevation Observ Damaged Bricks At Floors 1,2, And 3, Spalling Stucco On Parapet On Exp1 South Elevation. Remedy: Repair Or Replace Damaged Bricks/Masonry On All Visible Exposures | 11/25/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2024 | 39527569Z | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection Respond To An Incident Where A Worker Was Hit By Falling Material On The 9Th Floor. Inspector Reveal Workers Were Installing Shoring On The 9Th Floor When It Became Loose And Hit The Wor | $5,000 |
| 04/15/2024 | 39527570X | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection On A 29 Story At The 9Th Level Observe No Windows Protection For The Adjacent Property'S At Exposure #2-@ 4 Create An On Safe Condition For Residents Of The Building During Concrete Oper | $5,000 |
| 04/01/2024 | 39110433X | Resolve | Work Does Not Conform To Approved Construction Documents And/Or Approved Amendments. Work Does Not Conform To Dob Now Job #M0801714-I1/Bis Alt 1 #121206729 Site Safety Plans. Ssp Indicates Only 1 Bike Lane. At | $0 |
| 03/21/2024 | 39526694N | Resolve | At The Time Of Inspection, I Observed That There Was No Approved Drawing, No Pre And Post Installation Letters And No Daily Log For The Installed Side Walk Shed On Site. Upon Further Request, An Unapproved Side | $625 |
| 02/07/2024 | 39525430P | Resolve | Obsvd A Proposed 26 Str New Bldg At Soe/Fo Stage. Half Of The Exp#1 Side Of Excavation Did Not Yet Have Bracing (Walers + Rakers) Instld As Per The Dob-Approved Soe Dwgs, Yet That Area Was Not Fully Bermed, Wit | $620 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2024 | $0 | C4 | Fashion | |
| 12/30/2024 | $0 | C4 | Fashion | |
| 12/15/2015 | $0 | C1 | Fashion |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/02/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/02/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/01/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/01/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 10/18/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 12/17/2019 | Initial | Passed |
| 06/18/2019 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 | Initial Permit | Sign | Facade | Illuminated Non-Advertising Accessory Sign On Marquee Permitted Under Job No: 141027083 - Hotel 38. No Change Of Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 02/20/2026 |
| 11/24/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1 through 26, Roof, Underground | Hereby Filing For New Plumbing Work Filed In Conjunction With Alt-1 #121206729 | Signed-Off | 11/24/2025 |
| 10/22/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Suspended Scaffold | Installation Of 2 Point Suspended Scaffolding During Construction In Accordance With Nycc 2022 Chapter 33 Building Code. No Change In Egress, Use, Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 10/22/2025 | |
| 08/05/2025 | Initial Permit | Boiler Equipment | Floor Number(s) 3 through 3 | Hereby Filing For Installation Of New Gas Fired Boiler Serving Residential Units On Floor 2 Thru 4Th. This Application Is Filed In Conjunction With Alteration Type 1 #121206729 | Signed-Off | 08/05/2025 |
| 07/29/2025 | Initial Permit | Mechanical Systems | Roof | Hereby Filing For Mechanical Work Related To Emergency Generator. This Application Is Filed In Conjunction With Alteration Type 1 #121206729. | Signed-Off | 07/29/2025 |
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