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68 West 85th Street, Manhattan, NY 10024

20
DOB Complaints
220
311 Housing Calls
231
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

20
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 20% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 68 West 85th Street

68 West 85th Street is a 5-story, 9-unit apartment building constructed in 1895, now classified as a converted Class A building. The property has experienced numerous maintenance challenges in recent months, with multiple heat and hot water complaints (both for the entire building and individual apartments) reported to HPD between March 2025 and December 2024. Apartment 10 has several open violations from late 2024, including issues with smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, roof leaks, gas supply to fixtures, and heating problems.

The building has also faced electrical concerns, with multiple complaints about wiring defects and exposure issues between 2024 and 2025, though inspections sometimes resulted in "no violation warranted" findings. Recent building management issues have included a period of rodent activity in 2022-2024, though some inspections passed. The property has several active violations from 2023-2024, including improper installation of air conditioning units without permits, maintenance issues with a balcony railing, and problems with boiler access and inspection procedures.

There have been multiple failed attempts to gain building access for inspections, particularly regarding electrical and boiler-related complaints. Previous violations from 2020 suggested unauthorized occupancy changes, though these appear to have been resolved. The building's history shows ongoing maintenance challenges, with both emergency and non-emergency complaints being filed regularly, particularly relating to building systems such as heating, electrical, and safety equipment.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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68 West 85th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 9
Year built 1895
Total area 5558 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER CONVERTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

20
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
231
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
220
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
12
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
11
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
7
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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68 West 85th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

NYC housing court and civil court records. Name matching only; verify parties are actually the owners by reviewing the case files!

68 West 85th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not 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 68 West 85th 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
2025-03-062025-03-18Door/window-DoorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-062025-03-18Safety-Carbon Monoxide DetectorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-062025-03-18Safety-Smoke DetectorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-062025-03-18Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-062025-03-18Appliance-Electric/gas RangeNon EmergencyCLOSE

Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 68 West 85th 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
2024-12-28BOpenNone10§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 10, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-28BOpenNone10§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 10, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-05BOpenNone10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 10, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-05BOpenNone10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 10, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-12-05BOpenNone10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 10, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone

311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 68 West 85th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-03-10 21:24HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-03-06 09:50DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2025-03-06 09:50SAFETYCARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORClosedHPD
2025-03-06 09:50WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2025-03-06 09:50SAFETYSMOKE DETECTORClosedHPD

DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 68 West 85th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16901962025-03-06CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2025-03-18Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-03-18)
16899282025-03-03CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2025-03-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2025-03-11)
16882442025-02-09CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2025-02-16Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-02-16)
16873522025-01-27CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2025-02-01Oath Violation Served (2025-02-01)
16868962025-01-21CLOSEDVent/Exhaust – Illegal/Improper2025-02-26Oath Violation Served (2025-02-26)

DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 68 West 85th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-04-12V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE

Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 68 West 85th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 68 West 85th 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
2018-12-210002017-11-012018-11-30

Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 68 West 85th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-12-13BAITBait applied
2024-09-10InitialPassed
2024-08-20BAITBait applied
2024-06-20BAITBait applied
2024-06-06ComplianceRat Activity

HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 68 West 85th 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

OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 68 West 85th 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)
DateAgencyRespondentChargeResultPenaltyStatus

ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 68 West 85th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-05-2239115059HCJX ENTERPRISES LLCI OBSERVED MOUNTED OUTSIDE THE BUILDING ON ALL FOUR WINDOWS LEDGE FOUR A/C COMPRESSORS. NO APPLICATION ON FILE WITH D.O.B., OBTAIN PERMITACTIVE4000.04000.0
2024-05-1339114214YCJX ENTERPRISES LLCATOI FAILED TO FILE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FOR OATH SUMMONS #39088173K - SERVED 6-9-2023 - FIRST HEARING DATE 8-17-2023 - PENDING HEARING DATE 6-10-2024 - NO COMPLIANCE RECORDED, FILE A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECACTIVE6250.06250.0
2023-06-0939088172ZCJX ENTERPRISES LLCAT TIME OF INSPECTION, RUSTED METAL RAILING AT 2ND FLOOR BALCONY ABOVE MAIN ENTRANCE TO PREMISES AT EXPOSURE 1, REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE; REPAIR AND REPAINT METAL RAILINGACTIVE500.0500.0
2023-06-0939088173KCJX ENTERPRISES LLCAT TIME OF INSPECTION, AT PREMISES, A LANDMARKED BUILDING WITHIN THE UPPER WEST SIDE/CENTRAL PARK HISTORIC DISTRICT, 5 MINI SPLIT AIR CONDITIONERS INSTALLED AT EXPOSURE 1 OF PREMISES, WITHOUT A MECHANICAL PERMIACTIVE1250.01250.0
2023-02-2239080033MCJX ENTERPRISES LLCAS PER HPD SECTION OF LAW, 27-2033. BOILER ACCESS NOTICE. NO SIGN POSTED CONSPICUOUSLY IN LOBBY OF BUILDING.ACTIVE625.0625.0

Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 68 West 85th 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)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus

Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 68 West 85th Street. 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

Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 68 West 85th 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)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge

Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 68 West 85th 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle

Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 68 West 85th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 68 West 85th Street. Data includes filing date, type, and status.

Start DateEnd DateStatusProcedureFloor

Fire Violations

Violations issued by the Fire Department for this property.

Violation NumberDateDescriptionStatus

Fire Inspections

Fire Department inspection records for this property.

Fire Certificates

Fire safety certificates for this property.

TypeIssue DateExpiration

Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 68 West 85th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 68 West 85th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 68 West 85th 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.

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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