12 East 31 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 30 recorded HPD violations, above the Midtown average of 7.6.
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How 12 East 31 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 905 buildings in this neighborhood, 45 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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What's driving this score
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What's in the 12 East 31 Street report
| Total units | 176 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 13 |
| Year built | 1903 |
| Gross area | — |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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12 East 31 Street event timeline
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 | 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 Entrance Fire Door Located At B-Room 501, 5Th Story, 1St B-Room From West At North | Violation Closed |
| 09/06/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At East Wall And Ceiling In The 1St Room From East Located At Apt 501, 5Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East | Invalid Certification |
| 09/06/2025 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 501, 5Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East | Notice Of Issuance Sent To Tenant |
| 08/08/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color Ceiling In The 1St Room From East Located At B-Room 501, 5Th Story, 1St B-Room From West At North | Nov Sent Out |
| 08/08/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color Ceiling In The 2Nd Room From East Located At B-Room 501, 5Th Story, 1St B-Room From West At North | Nov Sent Out |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/14/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 832 |
| 09/28/2025 | Water Leak – Slow Leak | Non Emergency | Close | BUILDI |
| 09/28/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Sewage | Emergency | Close | BUILDI |
| 09/28/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | BUILDI |
| 09/28/2025 | Flooring/Stairs – Floor | Non Emergency | Close | BUILDI |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2025 | Flooring/Stairs | Floor | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 09/28/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 09/28/2025 | Water Leak | Slow Leak | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 09/28/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Sewage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 08/07/2025 | Plumbing | Water Supply | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 1714584 | Closed | 6M | 03/03/2026 |
| 01/09/2026 | 1714246 | Closed | 6M | 01/13/2026 |
| 11/24/2025 | 1710974 | Closed | 6M | 12/01/2025 |
| 07/30/2025 | 1701106 | Closed | 7J | 07/30/2025 |
| 07/21/2025 | 1700357 | Closed | 6M | 11/19/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/01/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispfcs-Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions (Facade) Facade Required | Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 External Low Pressure Inspection |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 39178790P | Active | 100/L/10 In Side Car Fire Service Is Not Working Defective Repair. | $1,280 |
| 12/01/2025 | 39168837Y | Active | Rts Class 1: Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner. Service Elevator Equipment As Per Bc3001.2 & 27-987. Upon Inspection, The Device Is Found To Be Out Of Service, Creating A Hazardous Condition | $1,250 |
| 11/18/2025 | 39167485P | Resolve | Class 2: Work In Progress Replacing Doors Tracks And Hangers. No Permit. Remedy: File Application With Dob And Obtain A Permit. | $655 |
| 11/18/2025 | 39167484N | Resolve | Class 2: Work In Progress Replacing Doors Tracks And Hangers. No Permit. Remedy: File Application With Dob And Obtain A Permit. | $655 |
| 06/26/2025 | 39152035X | Active | Class 2 Items: In-Car Communication Inoperative. Provide A Nyc Elevator Device # In Car. Eliminate Noise Originating From The Overhead Sheave. | $3,125 |
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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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/02/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/29/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/07/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 02/17/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 | Compliance | Passed |
| 06/23/2025 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 12/15/2023 | Initial | Passed |
| 09/23/2022 | Compliance | Passed |
| 07/22/2022 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Facade, Floor Number(s) 001 through 012, Roof | Filing For Limted Exterior Repairs; No Change To Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 05/05/2026 |
| 04/03/2026 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 04/03/2026 |
| 11/20/2025 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 11/20/2025 |
| 05/15/2025 | Renewal Permit With Changes | General Construction | Facade, Floor Number(s) 001 through 012, Roof | Filing For Limted Exterior Repairs; No Change To Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 05/15/2025 |
| 04/15/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Suspended Scaffold | Renewal Of Sr23/451 | Permit Issued | 04/15/2025 |
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