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491 Columbus Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10024

2
DOB Complaints
41
311 Housing Calls
13
Housing Violations
11
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 491 Columbus Avenue

491 Columbus Avenue is a 5-story, 17-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1892, currently owned by Paul Brusco. The building has experienced recurrent issues with heat and hot water systems, particularly notable in recent violations from November 2024 affecting Apartment 2N, where both heat and hot water were reportedly inadequate. The property has also faced ongoing challenges with garbage and recycling storage, evidenced by multiple HPD complaints in 2024 and an open complaint from March 2025.

The building's maintenance history reveals several serious safety concerns, including two open violations from June 2024 regarding defective fire doors in the public hall that are supposed to self-close, as well as heating system access issues noted in November 2023. The property has documented multiple instances of rodent activity, with the most recent inspections in 2023 showing varying results between compliance and failure. There were significant violations in 2018 related to illegal transient use of the building, including inadequate fire alarm systems and means of egress, which resulted in penalties totaling $10,000.

The building has maintained a consistent record of filing annual bedbug reports showing no infestations from 2019 through 2024. Recent maintenance issues have extended beyond basic services, with complaints recorded in 2024-2025 involving various building systems and infrastructure, including heating, hot water, electrical lighting, flooring, and garbage management. While many of these issues have been addressed through inspections and repairs, certain violations remain open as of 2025, indicating ongoing maintenance challenges.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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491 Columbus Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Upper West Side.

Building Characteristics

Total units 17
Year built 1892
Total area 10265 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
13
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
41
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
4
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
11
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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491 Columbus Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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491 Columbus 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 491 Columbus 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
2025-03-032025-03-03Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyOPEN
2024-12-022024-12-05Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-032024-11-06Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-032024-11-06Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-07-022024-07-07Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 491 Columbus 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
2024-11-04COpenNone2N§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2N, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-11-19T00:00:00.000Z
2024-11-04COpenNone2N§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2N, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-11-19T00:00:00.000Z
2024-06-13COpenNoneNone§ 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 AT EAST LEADING TO GARBAGE AREA AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-07-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-06-13COpenNoneNone§ 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 ON SOUTH LEADING TO HEATING SYSTEM AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-07-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-01-22BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDMENT MATERIAL EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 2nd STORY2024-02-09T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 491 Columbus Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-03-03 19:58UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEOpenHPD
2025-01-05 13:32Food EstablishmentRodents/Insects/GarbageClosedDOHMH
2024-12-02 21:46HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-11-03 16:58UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2024-11-03 09:09HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 491 Columbus Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15248882019-10-18CLOSEDPlumbing Work – Illegal/No Permit (also Sprinkler/Standpipe)2019-10-31Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2019-11-01)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 491 Columbus Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 491 Columbus Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 491 Columbus 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
2024-12-300002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-130002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-080002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-070002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-11-170002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 491 Columbus Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-09-10InitialPassed
2023-11-13ComplianceFailed for Other R
2023-10-13InitialFailed for Other R
2023-08-03InitialPassed
2022-11-22CompliancePassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 491 Columbus 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 491 Columbus 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 491 Columbus Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2018-06-1535330077H491 COLUMBUS AV LLCFAILURE TO PROVIDE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM FOR TRANSIENT USE. RMDY: DISCON TINUE ILLEGAL USE.RESOLVE2500.00.0
2018-06-1535330078J491 COLUMBUS AVENUE LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. FAILURE TO PROVIDE NUBMER OF REQUIRED MEANS OFEGRESS FOR EVERY FLOOR PER BC 1021.1 AND AC 27-366 FOR TRANSIENT USE. RMDY: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL USE.RESOLVE2500.00.0
2018-06-1535330075Y491 COLUMBUS AVENUE LLCPERMANENT DWELLING USED/CONVERTED FOR OTHER THAN PERMANENT-RESIDENTIALPURPOSED. DOB RECORDS CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY #103535140F INDICATES BUILDING TO BE LEGALLY APPROVED AS A CLASS "A" MULTIPLE DWELLING.NOWRESOLVE2500.00.0
2018-06-1535330076X491 COLUMBUS AVENUE LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. LACK OF A AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEM. WHERE IS REQUIRED AS PER BC 903.2 AND AC 27-954FOR TRANSIENT USE. RMDY: DISCONTINUE ILLEGAL USE.RESOLVE1250.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 491 Columbus 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 491 Columbus 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 491 Columbus 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)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 491 Columbus 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 491 Columbus Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 491 Columbus 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 491 Columbus Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

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Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 491 Columbus Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 491 Columbus 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.

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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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