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39 East 20th Street, Manhattan, NY 10003

7
DOB Complaints
2
311 Housing Calls
6
Housing Violations
3
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 39 East 20th Street

39 East 20th Street is a 12-story commercial building constructed in 1907, currently owned by Esther Rein. The building has experienced several significant maintenance and compliance issues in recent years, most notably a current open complaint regarding construction lead dust in common areas and apartments as of February 2025.

The property has a documented history of heating system problems, including a heat/hot water emergency complaint in May 2020, though the issue was reportedly resolved. Between 2018 and 2021, there were multiple violations related to illegal uses of the building, including transient occupancy concerns and improper fire safety system maintenance, all of which have since been resolved with associated fines. More recent inspection and violation records show ongoing construction activity and compliance monitoring, with several closed complaints indicating the Department of Buildings has responded to various construction-related issues.

The building has maintained a clean record with respect to bedbug infestations over the past several years, with no reported cases from 2019 through 2024, and it has consistently passed rodent inspections conducted from 2010 through 2021. Historical violations from 1987 show various safety concerns that were addressed at that time, including issues with fire stairs, electrical wiring, and building lighting, though these are long resolved. The property has active building permits from 2020 through 2022 for various construction work, demonstrating ongoing maintenance and improvements to the structure.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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39 East 20th Street Report Contents

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39 East 20th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 20% of buildings in Flatiron District.

Building Characteristics

Total units 0
Year built 1907
Total area 22805 sq ft
Floors 12
Tax Abatements None
Building Class COMMERCIAL ALTERED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

7
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
6
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.
6
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
3
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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39 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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39 East 20th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 <6 units Not 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 39 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
2020-05-102020-05-15Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 39 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
1999-11-04BCloseNoneNone§ 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 100 WATTS MINIMUM.2025-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
1987-05-26COpenNoneNoneD26-17.10 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDING'S HEATING SYSTEM 1 STY PUBLIC HALL NEAR MAILBOXES AND AT DOOR TO BOILER ROOM.2025-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
1987-05-26BCloseNoneNoneD26-10.01, 10.05 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF WOOD ETC 11 STY FIRE STAIRS R2.2025-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
1987-05-26BCloseNoneNoneD26-10.01 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EXPOSED ELECTRICAL WIRE 3 AND 4 STY FIRE STAIRS R4.2025-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
1987-05-26BCloseNoneNoneD26-10.01 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WALLS BULKHEAD TO ROOF.2025-01-14T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 39 East 20th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-02-11 11:03Construction Lead DustCommon Areas and ApartmentIn ProgressDOHMH
2020-05-10 02:31HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2019-05-23 15:54Food EstablishmentRodents/Insects/GarbageClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 39 East 20th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16908682025-03-14CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2025-03-14No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-03-14)
16887062025-02-14CLOSEDConstruction: Contrary/Beyond Approved Plans/Permits2025-04-21Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-04-21)
16883912025-02-11CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2025-02-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-02-12)
16883932025-02-11CLOSEDPlumbing Work – Illegal/No Permit (also Sprinkler/Standpipe)2025-02-14Oath Violation Served (2025-02-14)
16883962025-02-11CLOSEDDebris – Excessive2025-04-08No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-04-08)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 39 East 20th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2022-02-21V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDCYCLE 9A UNSAFE REPORT FILEDCIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2022-10-03
2021-09-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2021-05-31V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVECYCLE 8A NO REPORT FILED
2020-09-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE
2019-07-18V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 1/29/2020 BY:ELTECH GEORGE WHITE, CERT#3530222020-02-11
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 39 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 39 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
2024-12-170002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-220002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-100002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-02-180002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 39 East 20th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2021-11-19InitialPassed
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 39 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 39 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 39 East 20th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2021-06-1035547090J3920 PARKS CORPFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COMMISSIONER'S ORDER TO FILE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS FOR VIOLATING CONDITION CITED IN NOV#35373690X ISSUED ON 12/27/2018 PURSUANT TO 28-201.1.REM:FILE CERTIRESOLVE625.00.0
2021-06-0137021419M3920 PARKS CORP MANAGINGFAILURE TO SUBMIT AN ACCEPTABLE REQUIRED CYCLE 8A REPORT OF CRITICAL EXAMINATION DOCUMENTING CONDITION OF EXTERIOR WALL & APPURTENANCES REQUIRED BY 28-302.4 FOR CONTROL#802341. REMEDY: SUBMIT ACCEPTABLE REQUIRERESOLVE1250.00.0
2018-12-2735373690XARCHER HOLDING II LLCFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMMISSIONERS ORDER TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION WITH THE DEPT OF BUILDINGS FOR THE ECB VIOLATION #35321480N ISSUED ON 04/18/18.FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTIONRESOLVE625.00.0
2018-04-1835321480NARCHER HOLDING 11 LLCPERMANENT DWELLING OFFERED FOR OTHER THAN PERMANENT RESIDENTIAL PURPOSES . C/O 112086 INDICATES BUILDING TO BE LEGALLY APPROVED AS A CLAS "A" M.D AS PER MY INTERNET INVESTIGATION I OBSERVED APT #6 (6TH FLOORRESOLVE1250.00.0
2018-04-1835321481P3920 PARKS CORPFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER.(LAW)OF REQUIREDNUMBER OF MEANS OF EGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR FOR BC 1018.1(2008 CODE) 27-366;BC 1021.1(2014 CODE) FOR TRANSIENT USE. REMEDY: DISCONTINUERESOLVE2500.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 39 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 39 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 39 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 39 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 39 East 20th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 39 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 39 East 20th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 39 East 20th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 39 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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