131 West 70 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 5 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Upper West Side average of 14.1.
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How 131 West 70 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 3016 buildings in this neighborhood, 1206 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 131 West 70 Street report
| Total units | 10 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 4 |
| Year built | 1886 |
| Gross area | 5,956 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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131 West 70 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2026 | A | Original | (A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs. | Nov Sent Out |
| 06/04/2025 | A | Original | (A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs. | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/01/2024 | A | Original | (A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs. | Nov Sent Out |
| 03/16/2023 | A | Original | (A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs. | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/16/2022 | A | Original | (A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs. | Violation Dismissed |
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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/16/2024 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 04/30/2024 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 10/09/2023 | Rodent | Rat Sighting | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 06/05/2023 | Rodent | Condition Attracting Rodents | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 01/30/2023 | Rodent | Condition Attracting Rodents | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/13/2026 | 1722323 | Closed | 2P | 04/13/2026 |
| 09/30/2025 | 1705727 | Closed | 23 | 10/02/2025 |
| 05/02/2025 | 1694673 | Closed | 7J | 05/02/2025 |
| 03/06/2025 | 1690288 | Closed | 73 | 03/06/2025 |
| 01/23/2025 | 1687117 | Closed | 23 | 01/27/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code Compliant Manner. At Time Of Inspection At Exposure 1. Broken Window Pane & Damaged & Deteriorated Brownstones Were Observed. Remedy: Repair And/Or Replace | |
| 03/04/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner. Observed At Exp 1 South Elevation Hazardous Deteriorating Facade Conditions Collapsing Section Of Window Lintels @ Many Locations. Damaged Brown Stones Missing Window Sash/And Pane Also Broken Window Pane Remedy: Repair And/Or Replace | |
| 09/25/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Building In A Code Compliant Manner.At Time Of Ins Pection It Was Observed At Exp1 South Elev Broken And Spalling Window Lintels,Damaged Masonry Facade,Deteriorated Window Sills And Boarded U P Windows.Remedy:Repair And/Or Replace | |
| 04/30/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner.Note Observed At Exp1 South Elevation Deterioration Of Facade In Hazardous Condition On All Floors Loose Masonry/Damaged Brown Stones.Remedy:Repair &/Or Repl | |
| 03/04/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Emer Wrk Ord:4 Stry Struct W/Substantial Unsafe Facade Materi Exp4.Fac Ade In Severely Deteriorated State W/Numerous Loc Cracked Masonry Brkn &Fallen Which Some Fell Past Install Sidewalk Shed. Remedy: Immed Prov Ide Addi Safe Meas To Eliminate Overhead Hazard Stability.Immed Hire Nyspe Inspect Stability Submt [email protected] |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 | 35727055M | Active | Temporary Construction Equipment On Site; Expired Permit. Noted At Thetime Of Inspection, I Observed Expired Permit For Construction Fence. Remedy: Renew Permit. | $1,250 |
| 10/02/2025 | 39545549K | Active | At Time Of Inspection Of Vacant Residential Building With Construction Fence In Place With Permit M00452904 Expired 6-24-25 Causing Hazardous Conditions. | $6,250 |
| 03/04/2025 | 35689794L | Resolve | Expired Sidewalk Shed Permit. Note: At The Time Of Inspection Observedthat Shed Permit Expired And No Permit Posted On Database. Remedy: Renew Permit. | $3,125 |
| 01/22/2025 | 39536166Z | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection Observed Sidewalk Shed Permit M00896556 Expired 7-31-24 Causing Hazardous Conditions. | $3,125 |
| 09/25/2024 | 35686402J | Resolve | Expired Sidewalk Sjed Permit #M00896556-I1-Sh Issued On 07/31/2023 Andexpired On 07/31/2024. Remedy: Renew Permit. | $1,250 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Other Reason |
| 08/06/2025 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 11/25/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 06/20/2024 | Compliance | Passed |
| 05/28/2024 | Initial | Failed For 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Facade | Repair Facade Per Violation #S 35332725X, 35119352J, 35107241Z, 35084772Z, 35085399Y, 35064633K, 39109491X, 35117384P.. Repair Spalling Brownstone, Cracks, Missing Brownstone, Etc. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy.. | Permit Issued | 03/23/2026 |
| 11/07/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Facade | Repair Facade Per Violation #S 35332725X, 35119352J, 35107241Z, 35084772Z, 35085399Y, 35064633K, 39109491X, 35117384P.. Repair Spalling Brownstone, Cracks, Missing Brownstone, Etc. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy.. | Permit Issued | 11/07/2025 |
| 10/07/2025 | Initial Permit | Supported Scaffold | Open Space | Proposed Installation Of Supported Scaffold As Per Plans. Scaffold Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application | Permit Issued | 10/07/2025 |
| 09/26/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Ofheavyduty Sidewalk Shed As Per Drawings. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter # 33 Of The 2022 Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy Or Egress Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 09/26/2025 |
| 09/03/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Construction Fence | Open Space | Construction Fence In Conjunction With Alt 1 #104040431. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 09/03/2024 |
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