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489 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10016

1
DOB Complaints
25
311 Housing Calls
14
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

93
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 93% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 489 2nd Avenue

489 2nd Avenue is a 5-story, 16-unit old law tenement building constructed in 1910, currently owned by Joseph Giaimo. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout 2023-2024, with multiple emergency complaints filed through HPD, though inspections often resulted in verification of restored services or inability to gain access for inspection.

More concerning are several open violations from 2024, including issues with fire door self-closing mechanisms, a requirement for light-colored paint on the south wall in the first-story vestibule, and problems with fire-retardant material on the vestibule wall. There have also been ongoing high-pressure inspection compliance issues, with active violations for failure to file internal and external high-pressure inspections between 2020 and 2023.

The building's maintenance history shows systematic pest control efforts, with no reported bedbug infestations in the last three years, though there have been significant rodent activity issues, particularly in 2024-2025, with multiple inspections showing rat activity. The property has also faced various maintenance challenges in individual units, as evidenced by violations from February 2023 related to hot water supply, cockroach infestation, and multiple repair needs in apartment 2FS. Historically, the building has maintained external compliance regarding extermination (with no reported bedbug units since 2021), though the high-pressure inspection failures represent a significant outstanding compliance issue as of 2025.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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489 2nd Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Kips Bay.

Building Characteristics

Total units 16
Year built 1910
Total area 9975 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
14
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
25
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
12
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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489 2nd Avenue 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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489 2nd Avenue 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 489 2nd Avenue. 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
2024-12-172024-12-22Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-062024-12-11Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-182024-10-23Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-05-032024-05-16Plumbing-Water SupplyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-05-022024-05-05Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 489 2nd Avenue. 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
2024-12-21COpenNoneNone§ 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 FIRE DOOR LEADING TO WEST YARD AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-10-22AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE SOUTH WALL IN VESTIBULE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-10-22BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETATDANT MATERIAL SOUTH WALL IN VESTIBULE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2023-12-27CCloseNoneNone§ 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 VESTIBULE DOOR , 1st STORYNone
2023-02-05COpenNone2FS§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2FS, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 489 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-17 12:01HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-12-06 11:25HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-10-18 17:17HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-05-03 15:48PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
2024-05-02 19:52HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 489 2nd Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16857012025-01-03CLOSEDFailure to Retain Water/Improper Drainage (LL103/89)2025-03-26Complaint Referred To Department Of Transportation (dot) (2025-03-26)
16200912022-10-12CLOSEDGas Utility Referral2022-11-25Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2022-11-25)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 489 2nd Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTION
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 INTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 INTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL HGH PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. 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
2024-12-310002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-260002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-270002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-01-050002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-02-120002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 489 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-28ComplianceRat Activity
2025-06-12InitialRat Activity
2025-05-28CompliancePassed
2025-04-14InitialRat Activity
2024-08-15ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. Information includes tax class, month, water only flag, amount, and cycle. Data is sourced from NYC Department of Finance.

Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 489 2nd Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 489 2nd Avenue. 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 489 2nd Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 489 2nd Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 489 2nd Avenue. 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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