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238 East 33rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10016

6
DOB Complaints
102
311 Housing Calls
84
Housing Violations
4
Permits

Risk Assessment

54
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 54% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 238 East 33rd Street

238 East 33rd Street, a 5-story Old Law Tenement built in 1880 in Kips Bay, currently has significant pest control issues. The building has experienced persistent rodent problems throughout 2025, with multiple rat sightings and signs of rodent activity reported between April and June 2025, leading to several DOHMH inspections and the application of bait. Open violations recorded in September 2024 indicate ongoing mouse infestations in one apartment and issues with garbage accumulation in common areas.

The building has also faced various maintenance challenges, including plumbing problems (specifically with basins/sinks and showers), unsanitary conditions, and issues with garbage/recycling storage. There were two emergency heating-related complaints in early 2025, though all bedbug reports from 2021 through 2024 show zero infestations. The property has several open and recently resolved violations indicating concerns about building maintenance and safety. These include problems with self-closing doors, fire escape obstructions due to improperly installed air conditioning units, and various defects in hall walls requiring repairs and repainting.

The building has active ECB violations related to heating system access and a 2024 issue regarding fallen stucco from the building facade. Historical complaints show past concerns about building shaking, gas piping, and unauthorized work, though these were resolved by 2021-2024. Recent inspections consistently show rat activity, with the most recent inspections in July 2025 confirming ongoing pest issues despite the application of bait. The property owner, Jose Rivera, has been responsive to some complaints, as evidenced by multiple permits issued for plumbing and electrical work between 2019-2020, though many violations remain open as of 2025, particularly regarding pest control and building maintenance.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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238 East 33rd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the safest 40% of buildings in Kips Bay.

Building Characteristics

Total units 58
Year built 1880
Total area 28935 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

6
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
84
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
102
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
5
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
26
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
4
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 234 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 236 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 238 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 234 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 236 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 238 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 234 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 236 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016
  • 238 East 33rd St, New York, NY 10016

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238 East 33rd Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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238 East 33rd 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 238 East 33rd 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
2025-01-102025-05-22Plumbing-Bathtub/showerNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-112025-05-22Plumbing-Basin/sinkNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-112025-05-22Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-102025-05-22Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-102025-05-22Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 238 East 33rd 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
2024-09-07COpenNoneBHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-09-07BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE HOUSE HOLD GARBAGE AT FRONT AREAWAYNone
2024-06-23BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITIONER UNIT PROTRUDING MORE THAN 4 INCHESS FROM WINDOW SILL ONTO BALCONY NORTH EXTERIOR WALL BUILDING FRONT , 5th STORYNone
2024-06-23BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES AIR CONDITIONER UNIT PROTRUDING MORE THAN 4 INCHES FROM WINDOW SILL ONTO BALCONY AT NORTH EXTERIOR WALL BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE, 4th STORYNone
2024-05-29CCloseNoneNone§ 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 DOOR TO BUILDING , 1st STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 238 East 33rd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-24 21:12RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2025-06-21 12:18RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2025-06-18 22:41RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2025-04-26 21:47UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSOpenHPD
2025-03-23 23:44UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 238 East 33rd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16816742024-11-10CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2024-11-22Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-11-22)
16585602024-01-22CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2024-01-23Oath Violation Served (2024-01-23)
15767532021-07-15CLOSEDBuilding Shaking/Vibrating/Struct Stability Affected2021-07-15Oath Violation Served (2021-07-15)
15582952020-11-19CLOSEDGas Hook-Up/Piping – Illegal or Defective2020-11-23No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-11-24)
15582732020-11-19CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2020-11-20No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-11-20)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 238 East 33rd Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2021-10-13V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 238 East 33rd 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 238 East 33rd 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
2024-12-300002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-12-300002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-12-300002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-180002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-12-180002022-11-012023-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 238 East 33rd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-05BAITBait applied
2025-07-30BAITBait applied
2025-07-28ComplianceRat Activity
2025-07-02BAITBait applied
2025-07-02InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 238 East 33rd 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 238 East 33rd 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)
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 238 East 33rd Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-01-2339104061NKC3 - 234-238 EAST 33RD SFAILURE TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO HEATING SYSTEM AS PER HMC-27-2033.COMPLY WITH CODE; MISC-27ACTIVE500.00.0
2021-08-2635535532JKC3-234-238 EAST 33RD STFAILURE TO COMPLY W/THE COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION #39044516Z ISSSUED ON 7/15/21 & TO FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 & 1RCNY 102-01.NO C/OF/C ON FILE.REMEDY:COMPLRESOLVE0.00.0
2021-07-1539044516ZKC3 - 234-238 EAST 33RD SAT THE TIME OF INSPECTION OBSERVED THAT SOME STUCCO HAD FALLEN FROM THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING OF 238 EAST 33 STREET AND ALSO AT 236., REPAIR AND/REPLACEACTIVE1250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 238 East 33rd 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)
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 238 East 33rd Street. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 238 East 33rd 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)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 238 East 33rd 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
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 238 East 33rd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 238 East 33rd Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

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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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 238 East 33rd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 238 East 33rd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 238 East 33rd 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.

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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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