120 West 44 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 2 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Theater District average of 10.9.
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How 120 West 44 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 79 buildings in this neighborhood, 20 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
(1–9)
(10+)
What's driving this score
These are the three data points that most influenced this building's score — ranked by how much weight the model placed on each one.
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What's in the 120 West 44 Street report
| Total units | 241 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 16 |
| Year built | 1933 |
| Gross area | — |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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120 West 44 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2022 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Post, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, And Maintain A Notice In A Common Area Of The Building Regarding The Procedures That Should Be Followed When A Gas Leak Is Suspected | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 10/30/2023 | C | Original | § 27-2043.1 Hmc Install The Missing Or Repair/Replace The Defective Window Guard(S) In Accordance With The Specifications Of The New York City Health Code Section 24 Rcny Chapter 12. Wg To Install = 2; Wg To Replace = 0; Wg To Repair = 0; Located At B-Room 913, 9Th Story, 1St B-Room From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 07/01/2022 | A | Original | § 329, M/D Law And Dept. Rules And Regs. Provide A Completed Certificate Of Inspection Visits In A Proper Frame At Or Near Mailboxes, Bottom Edge Of Frame Between 48-62 Inches Above Floor Frame Missing | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 07/01/2022 | A | Original | § 26-1103 Admin. Code: Post And Maintain A Proper Notice On Wall Of The Entrance Story In English And Spanish On The Availability Of The AgencyS Housing Information Guide. A Sample Notice Can Be Found At Www.Nyc.Gov/Hpd. | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 07/01/2022 | A | Original | § 27-2046.1 Hmc: Post A Proper Notice Of Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device Requirements, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, In A Common Area Of A Class A Multiple Dwelling Near Inspection Certificate Or Provide Notice To Tenants In A Private Dwelling. | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2024 | Safety – Window Guard Broken/Missing | Emergency | Close | 914 |
| 10/20/2023 | Safety – Window Guard Broken/Missing | Emergency | Close | 913 |
| 02/25/2022 | Flooring/Stairs – Floor | Non Emergency | Close | 2G |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Food Establishment | Odor | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 12/29/2025 | Food Establishment | Letter Grading | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 05/21/2024 | Food Establishment | Pet/Animal | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 04/20/2024 | Food Establishment | Dishwashing/Utensils | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 02/05/2024 | Safety | Window Guard Broken/Missing | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2026 | 1728068 | Active | 7R | |
| 08/01/2023 | 1644567 | Closed | 73 | 08/01/2023 |
| 07/31/2023 | 1644463 | Closed | 1X | 07/31/2023 |
| 07/30/2023 | 1644411 | Closed | 30 | 07/31/2023 |
| 04/05/2022 | 1596869 | Closed | 6V | 04/06/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/13/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 02/20/2026 |
| 11/22/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 02/20/2026 |
| 08/23/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Fisphaz-Hazardous Condition (Facade) Facade Required | Cycle 9A Unsafe Report Filed | 05/30/2026 |
| 07/31/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Imegncy-Immediate Emergency Anythingoptional | Provide Appropriately 75 Linear Feet Of Sidewalk Shed At Exposure 1 To Safeguard The Public And Property | 07/31/2023 |
| 06/20/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 External Low Pressure Inspection | 12/21/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2024 | 37026382K | Resolve | Failure To File Acceptable Amended Cycle 9A Report Indicating Correction Of Unsafe Conditions Described In Initial Facades Report Required By 28-302.5 For Control #903038. Remedy: File Acceptable Report. | $1,250 |
| 11/02/2023 | 35675205R | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Exterior Building Facade And Appurtenances. Observed At Exposure 1 North Elevation Defected Terra-Cotta At Cornice Area,Exposure 3 South Elevation Spalling Masonry And Open Deteriorating Mor | $1,250 |
| 07/31/2023 | 35674145J | Resolve | Rcny 103-04, Re Misc Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions In A Timely Manner (Swarmp Expired 7/1/23) Owner Failed To Repair Parapet Wall Coping, Stones Masonry Facade, And Window Lintels Within The Time Frame R | $2,500 |
| 07/30/2023 | 39091361P | Resolve | Summons Issued For Failure To Maintain Due To A Small Piece Of Concrete Dislodged From The Decorative Exterior Cornice Of Building Falling And Hitting A Pedestrian At Exposure #1., Repair And/Replace | $1,250 |
| 11/15/2019 | 37016423Z | Resolve | Ac 27-929.1, Failure To Complete The Installation Of A Full System Of Automatic Sprinklers & File Sprinkler Report Prepared By A Registerd Design Professional By July 1, 2019, In An Office Building 100 Feet Or | $0 |
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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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/13/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 05/01/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/08/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/20/2021 | 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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of 2022 The Nyc Building Code. Live Load 300Psf. | Permit Issued | 06/10/2026 |
| 03/05/2026 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of 2022 The Nyc Building Code. Live Load 300Psf. | Permit Issued | 03/05/2026 |
| 08/18/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Facade | Facade Restoration To Address Cycle 9 Swarmp And Unsafe Conditions | Signed-Off | 08/18/2025 |
| 07/21/2025 | Renewal Permit With Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Sidewalk | Installation Of 300 Psf Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter # 33 Of The Nyc Code 2022, No Changes In Use Egress Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 07/21/2025 |
| 07/25/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Sidewalk | Installation Of 300 Psf Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter # 33 Of The Nyc Code 2022, No Changes In Use Egress Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 07/25/2024 |
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