127 East 28 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 116 recorded HPD violations, above the Midtown average of 7.6.
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How 127 East 28 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, 36 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 127 East 28 Street report
| Total units | 7 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1910 |
| Gross area | 3,621 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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127 East 28 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2026 | 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 To Door At Public Hall Stairs, 5Th Story | Violation Closed |
| 02/15/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Secure The Loose Wood Banister At Public Hall Stairs, 3Rd Story | Violation Closed |
| 02/15/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At The Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 3F, 3Rd Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
| 02/15/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At The Ceiling In The Kitchen Located At Apt 3F, 3Rd Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
| 02/15/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At The Ceiling And All Walls In The Foyer Located At Apt 3R, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Outside Building – Roof Door/Hatch | Emergency | Close | BLDNG |
| 11/25/2025 | Paint/Plaster – Ceiling | Non Emergency | Close | BLDNG |
| 11/25/2025 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Close | BLDNG |
| 11/25/2025 | Flooring/Stairs – Stairs | Emergency | Close | BLDNG |
| 11/25/2025 | Safety – Fire Escape | Emergency | Close | BLDNG |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | Food Establishment | Food Spoiled | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 08/03/2025 | Unsanitary Condition | Garbage/Recycling Storage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 08/03/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 06/17/2025 | Door/Window | Window Pane | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 06/17/2025 | Paint/Plaster | Ceiling | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2026 | 1726388 | Closed | 30 | 05/28/2026 |
| 11/12/2025 | 1710006 | Closed | 4G | 11/12/2025 |
| 08/13/2025 | 1702102 | Closed | 73 | 08/13/2025 |
| 08/13/2025 | 1702114 | Closed | 2F | 12/23/2025 |
| 01/09/2024 | 1657502 | Closed | 30 | 01/11/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 External Low Pressure Inspection | 04/04/2026 |
| 10/23/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Ftc W/Commissioner'S Order Control#347829 Vio#081225Pi10502Sb Dated 8/12/25 Requiring Owner To Provide A Corrective Action Plan By 8/22/25 &Start Bldg Reprs Under Permit By 10/12/25&Signed Off By 11/12/25. As Of 10/23/25 A Cap&Evidence Of Compl Repr Work Was Not Rec'D. Immed Comply W/Commissioner'S Order Control#347829 Vio#081225Pi10502Sb | |
| 08/12/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Corrective Action Plan Req'D-@ Exp1 Obsvd Spalling & Deteriorated Masonry In Different Places,Cracks On The Top @ The Corner. @ Exp3 Obsvd Big Cracks/Spalling Masonry @ The Corner Of Exp2&3 Stating From 1Fl To The Top. Owner To Immed Retain Reg Desing Prof In Good Standing W/Dob&Nys To Eval Entire Bldg & Submit A Corrective Action Plan | |
| 09/23/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | 04/04/2026 |
| 04/25/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 External Low Pressure Inspection | 04/04/2026 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 | 35718945J | Active | Failure To Comply With The Commissioner'S Order. Dob-Ftc #102325Pi10505Tc, Dob-Control #347957, Dated 10/23/2025. No Compliance On File For Corrective Action Plan. Remedy: Comply With The Commissioner'S Order. | $2,500 |
| 11/12/2025 | 35720252J | Active | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code-Compliant Manner. Failure To Provide Unobstructed Egress From The Cellar; At 1St Floor, Passageway Leading From The Cellar Level Has Been Obstructed By Garbage Bins And Tr | $6,250 |
| 08/12/2025 | 35719080Y | Active | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code-Compliant Manner. Building Is A5 Story With Hazardous Conditions. At Exposure 1, Observed Spalling And Deteriorated Masonry In Different Places, Cracks On The Top At The L | $6,250 |
| 01/11/2024 | 39103276X | Active | At Time Of Inspection Observed Various Cracks Throughout On Cement Stucco On Expo # 02 Over Parking Lot. Also Observed A Vertical Crack On Same Exposure From Top To Grade Level., Repair And/Or Replace | $3,125 |
| 10/13/2020 | 35521958J | Resolve | Failure To Comply W/The Comm'S Order Contained In Summons/Vio#39026696X Issued On 08/10/20 & To File A Cert Of Correction Pursuant To 28-201.1 & 1Rcny 102-01. Failure To Maintain Bldg In Code Compliant Manner. | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2007 | $3,480,000 | S9 | Murray Hill | |
| 07/28/2005 | $2,675,000 | S9 | Murray Hill |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 07/12/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 11/22/2023 | Compliance | Passed |
| 09/15/2023 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2021 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 002 through 005 | Repair And Replace Plumbing Piping/Fixtures In Existing 5 Story Building,No Change In Use, Egress And Certificate Of Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 04/07/2021 |
| 07/07/2020 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 005 through 005 | Plumbing Work At Apt#5 Of Existing 5 Story Building In Conjunction With Job#123786634. No Change In Use, Egress Or Certificate Of Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 07/07/2020 |
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