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198 8th Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10011

8
DOB Complaints
2
311 Housing Calls
1
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 198 8th Avenue

The five-story, eight-unit tenement building at 198 8th Avenue in Chelsea, owned by Martin Levine and constructed in 1944, has experienced numerous maintenance and compliance issues over recent years. Most notably, there was an active Environmental Control Board violation issued in December 2024 related to unauthorized electrical work with a penalty of $800.

The building has a concerning pattern of illegal work complaints in the past year, with multiple incidents between August 2024 and March 2025, though inspections typically found no warranted violations. Safety issues have included a 2018 violation for inadequate front entrance lighting and a 2022 bedbug reporting violation notice, though subsequent bedbug filings from 2021 through 2024 reported no infested units. The building's recent history shows mixed results in pest management, with rat activity noted in multiple inspections between 2021 and 2022, though more recent rodent inspections in 2023 and 2024 passed.

The property has also faced regulatory scrutiny regarding food establishment permits in 2019 and COVID-19 vaccination compliance in 2021. Several Department of Buildings complaints from 2019 to 2025 have been investigated, including issues with advertising signs and restroom compliance, all resulting in no violations being warranted upon inspection. While the building has maintained compliance with annual bedbug reporting requirements and passed multiple rodent inspections in recent years, the pattern of unauthorized work complaints and the recent active ECB violation suggest ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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198 8th Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Chelsea.

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1944
Total area 8955 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

8
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
1
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
2
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
1
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
7
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 198 8th Ave, New York, NY 10011
  • 265 West 20th St, New York, NY 10011

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198 8th Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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198 8th Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units 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 198 8th 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
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 198 8th 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
2022-02-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2018-06-30BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2040 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT OR NEAR THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCEWAY OF THE BUILDING AND KEEP SAME BURNING FROM SUNSET EVERY DAY TO SUNRISE ON THE DAY FOLLOWING MINIMUM OF 100 WATTS AS REQUIRED(LIGHT FIXTURE(S) PRESENT). AT FRONT AREAWAYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 198 8th Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2021-12-13 08:39Vaccine Mandate Non-ComplianceCustomer Proof of Vaccination Not CheckedClosedDOHMH
2019-02-06 17:22Food EstablishmentPermit/License/CertificateClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 198 8th Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16918522025-03-26CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2025-03-26No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-03-26)
16845812024-12-21CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2024-12-23Complaint Referred To Department Of Consumer Affairs (dca) (2024-12-23)
16844972024-12-20CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2025-01-27Stop Work Order Fully Rescinded (2025-01-27)
16840202024-12-15CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2025-01-06No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-01-06)
16794772024-10-09CLOSEDStorefront or Business Sign/Awning/Marquee/Canopy – ILLEGAL2025-06-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-06-10)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 198 8th Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 198 8th Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 198 8th 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
2024-01-120002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-080002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-150002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-02-260002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 198 8th Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-25InitialPassed
2024-07-16InitialPassed
2023-09-21CompliancePassed
2023-06-28InitialRat Activity
2022-10-11InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 198 8th 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 198 8th 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 198 8th Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-12-2035671468KFALCON HOLDING.PSWO AND ECB VIOLATION ISSUED FOR ELECTRICAL WWOP. ATOI OBSERVED TWO WORKERS INSTALLED NEW ELECTRICAL CONDUIT AND NEW HEATERS AT EXPOSURE 1 AND 4. ALSO OBSERVED WORKERS AT GROUND FLOOR OF COMMERCIAL SPACE INSTAACTIVE800.0-800.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 198 8th 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 198 8th 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 198 8th 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 198 8th 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 198 8th Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 198 8th 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 198 8th Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 198 8th Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 198 8th 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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