Building and Landlord Data Analysis Report

29 East 20th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003

3
DOB Complaints
4
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 29 East 20th Street

29 East 20th Street is a 4-story, 6-unit residential building located in Manhattan's Flatiron District, dating back to 1838 and currently owned by Spencer Merlis. The building has experienced several significant issues over the past years, with the most recent being a series of concerning health department complaints between 2020-2024, including two food poisoning incidents in 2020 and 2021 (both determined to be isolated incidents), and two health-related complaints in 2021 and 2022 regarding food worker hygiene and pests, though these issues were ultimately addressed according to DOHMH records.

More recently, in 2022-2023, there were notable problems with the building's boiler system, including a defective/inoperative status in late 2022 that led to an Environmental Control Board violation citing multiple issues including inadequate combustion air supply, missing control cover, and an open electrical box in the ceiling. The building has also had two sidewalk shed-related complaints in 2023, though these were referred to the Department of Transportation for further handling. Despite these challenges, the building has maintained a strong record of addressing bedbug issues, with regular reporting indicating zero infested or re-infested units across multiple reporting periods from 2020 through 2024.

The most recent bedbug filings in 2024 show consistent compliance with reporting requirements, and rodent inspections from 2010 through 2022 have all resulted in passing evaluations, indicating effective pest control measures. A Housing Maintenance Code violation from 2018 regarding inadequate lighting at the front entranceway was resolved within a week of inspection, demonstrating responsiveness to safety concerns. While the building has faced various maintenance and health-related challenges over the years, recent records suggest improved compliance with bedbug reporting requirements, though the food-related incidents and boiler issues in previous years warrant attention.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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29 East 20th StreetBuilding Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Flatiron District.

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1838
Total area 5280 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER CONVERTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
1
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
4
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.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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29 East 20th Street 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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29 East 20th Street 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 29 East 20th Street. 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 29 East 20th Street. 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
2023-03-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2018-10-10BCloseNoneNone§ 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 AREAWAY2018-10-18T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 29 East 20th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2022-05-30 11:06Food EstablishmentRodents/Insects/GarbageClosedDOHMH
2021-09-22 13:39Food EstablishmentFood Worker HygieneClosedDOHMH
2021-04-10 10:41Food Poisoning1 or 2ClosedDOHMH
2020-02-24 00:00Food Poisoning1 or 2ClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 29 East 20th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16385722023-06-03CLOSEDSidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defect/NONE/NO PMT/NO CERT2023-06-05Complaint Referred To Department Of Transportation (dot) (2023-06-05)
16327782023-03-29CLOSEDSidewalk Shed/Supported Scaffold/Inadequate/Defect/NONE/NO PMT/NO CERT2023-03-30Complaint Referred To Department Of Transportation (dot) (2023-03-30)
16232772022-11-27CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2022-11-28Oath Violation Served (2022-11-28)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 29 East 20th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 29 East 20th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 29 East 20th Street. 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
2024-12-040002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-03-150002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-11-270002021-11-012022-10-31
2023-04-050002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-140002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 29 East 20th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2022-12-23InitialPassed
2014-03-06InitialPassed
2012-12-06InitialPassed
2011-06-27InitialPassed
2010-06-17InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 29 East 20th Street. 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 29 East 20th Street. 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 29 East 20th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-11-2839074580K29-31 E 20TH STREET REALTAS PER ONE BURNHAM V905 STEAM HEATING BOILER; BOILER ROOM TEMPERATURE ABOVE LIMIT SET AS PER BOILER CODE-COMBUSTION AIR NOT SUPPLIED TO BOILER ROOM-CONTROL COVER MISSING-OPEN ELECTRICAL BOX IN CEILING.RESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 29 East 20th Street. 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 29 East 20th Street. 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 29 East 20th Street. The information includes the date created, type, description, and charge. The data is sourced from HPD.

Source: Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 29 East 20th Street. 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 29 East 20th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 29 East 20th Street. 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 29 East 20th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 29 East 20th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 29 East 20th Street. 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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