163 West 21 Street
While historically clean, our model detects a rising risk of severe maintenance issues in the next 12 months.
This building has 5 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Chelsea average of 10.0.
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How 163 West 21 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 1008 buildings in this neighborhood, 161 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
(1–9)
(10+)
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What's in the 163 West 21 Street report
| Total units | 110 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 15 |
| Year built | 2005 |
| Gross area | 92,839 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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163 West 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2024 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 Hmc, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) Mdl And 28 Rcny §25-171: Replace Or Repair The Self-Closing Doors That Is Missing Or Defective Hinges At Door Leading To Storage Area At North At Public Hall, 1St Story | Violation Closed |
| 12/01/2023 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Remove Device Preventing Door From Being Self-Closing Kick Stop At Vestibule Door | Violation Closed |
| 03/09/2022 | 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 |
| 09/21/2021 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Wood Floor In The 2Nd Room From East At North Located At Apt 9I, 9Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Closed |
| 09/21/2021 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Wood Floor In The 1St Room From North Located At Apt 9I, 9Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Sewage | Emergency | Close | 10B |
| 01/02/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 12C |
| 12/15/2024 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 7D |
| 12/04/2024 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 7D |
| 12/04/2024 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 12C |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2025 | Indoor Air Quality | Other (Explain Below) | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 02/03/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Sewage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 01/02/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/15/2024 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/04/2024 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | 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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 08/09/2024 |
| 02/22/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispnrf-No Report And / Or Late Filing (Facade) Facade Required | Failed To File Fisp Cycle 9B Technical Report By 2/21/2023 | |
| 08/03/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 10/14/2022 |
| 06/02/2022 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2020 | 39028873R | Resolve | Vf, Cease Used, (Door Restrictor Not Working,Repair Re Inspection Required. | $1,250 |
| 06/18/2019 | 35436740K | Resolve | Sidewalk Shed & Parapet Panel: Where A Sidewalk Shed Is Installed A Sidewalk Shed Parapet Panel Meeting The Requirements Of Sec 3301.9.2.1 Through 3301.9.2.6,Shall Be Posted. Noted At Time Of Inspection No Sina | $1,250 |
| 06/18/2019 | 35436739N | Resolve | 3307.6.5.7 Installation Inspection: Upon Completion Of Sidewalk Shed The Shed Shall Be Inspected By A Qualified Person, As Noted In This Chaptwe, And Upon Completion The Qualified Person, Who Inspected Shed Sha | $5,000 |
| 06/18/2019 | 35436738L | Resolve | Sidewalk Shed Does Not Meet Code Specs Sited In This Chapter. Noted Attime Of Inspection Shed Not Extended Onto Neighboring Property At Exp#4 Side & Not Enough Extension At Exp#2 Side Of Shed. Bldg Is 15 Sty & | $2,400 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2005 | $7,375,803 | D7 | Chelsea |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/11/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/05/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/06/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 03/10/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 10/21/2024 | 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 |
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