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981 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10022

7
DOB Complaints
212
311 Housing Calls
185
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

81
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 81% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 981 2nd Avenue

The 5-unit residential building at 981 2nd Avenue in Midtown, owned by Yue Chao, is a 4-story Old Law Tenement constructed in 1900. The property has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, with the most concerning being multiple unresolved service requests in late 2024 regarding ceiling paint/plaster problems and water leaks, which HPD was unable to inspect despite being marked as both emergency and non-emergency complaints. There are active Housing Maintenance Code violations from September 2024, including inadequate lighting and water leak issues in the first story public hall, and defective fire retardant material, with an open B-class violation specifically for inadequate lighting.

The building's history also reveals persistent maintenance challenges, with multiple Housing Maintenance Code complaints in 2024-2025 covering various issues such as plumbing problems, safety concerns regarding carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, and several problems requiring paint/plaster repairs. The property has multiple active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 related to illegal apartment conversion (notably in Apt #2B), extensive water damage, and failure to maintain building systems. Significant historical violations include issues with the boiler system documented between 2022-2024.

Recent Department of Buildings complaints (May 2025) regarding electrical wiring and an illegal conversion attempt also indicate ongoing maintenance challenges. While the building has passed recent rodent inspections in 2024-2025, it is crucial to note the concerning pattern of unresolved complaints and violations, particularly regarding safety equipment maintenance and water-related issues. The property has a history of inspection access issues, with multiple inspections being unable to gain access, as evidenced by complaints filed in 2024-2025. The persistent nature of these issues suggests ongoing management challenges, particularly regarding timely maintenance responses and building systems upkeep.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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981 2nd Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 40% of buildings in Midtown.

Building Characteristics

Total units 5
Year built 1900
Total area 5717 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

7
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
185
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
212
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
7
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
29
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
1
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 981 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022
  • 252 East 52nd St, New York, NY 10022

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981 2nd Avenue 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

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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981 2nd Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less 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 981 2nd 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
2024-11-072024-11-10Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-072024-11-10Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-102024-10-12Safety-Smoke DetectorEmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-102024-10-12Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-102024-10-12Door/window-Window FrameEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 981 2nd 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
2024-09-02BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-09-02AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT THE CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-09-02BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-09-02BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2039 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT OF NOT LESS THAN 60 WATTS INCANDESCENT OR EQUIVALENT ILLUMINATION ... AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORYNone
2024-09-02BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2039 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT OF NOT LESS THAN 60 WATTS INCANDESCENT OR EQUIVALENT ILLUMINATION ... AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 981 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-11-07 20:52WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2024-11-07 20:52PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2024-10-10 09:18PAINT/PLASTERWALLClosedHPD
2024-10-10 09:18SAFETYSMOKE DETECTORClosedHPD
2024-10-10 09:18PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 981 2nd Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16955392025-05-15CLOSEDElectrical Wiring: Defective/Exposed – In Progress2025-05-24Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-05-24)
16955372025-05-15CLOSEDEnforcement Work Order (DOB)2025-05-19Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2025-05-19)
16776192024-09-16CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2024-11-25Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2024-11-25)
16744602024-08-07CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2024-08-19Oath Violation Served (2024-08-19)
16667962024-05-01CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2024-05-07No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-05-07)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 981 2nd Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-10-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2021-05-26V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 905427592022-03-18
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 981 2nd Avenue. 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 981 2nd 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
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 981 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-02-07InitialPassed
2024-01-08InitialPassed
2019-03-14CompliancePassed
2019-02-22InitialRat Activity
2018-10-09InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 981 2nd 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 981 2nd 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 981 2nd Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-08-1939122394KKERRY GROUP CORPORATIONWORK WITHOUT A PERMIT. APT #2B HAS BEEN ILLEGALLY CONVERTED FROM LEGAL (1) BEDROOM TO A (2) BEDROOM WITH FULL HEIGHT PLYWOOD PARTITION ERECTED EXTENDING APPROX 20'-0" IN LENGTH AND 10'-0" IN HEIGHT TO CONVERT LACTIVE6250.06250.0
2024-08-1939122396YKERRY GROUP CORPORATIONFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN A CODE COMPLIANT MANNER. IN APT #2B NOTED EXTENSIVE WATER DAMAGE IN BATHROOM WITH CEILING PLASTER IN EXTREME DISREPAIR, SECTION OF PLASTER MISSING IN CLOSET OF SAME APT AND COMMOACTIVE6250.06250.0
2023-02-1539079733PKERRY GROUP CORPORATIONAS PER ONE WEIL MCLAIN STEAM HEATING BOILER. NO BOILER ACCESS NOTICE POSTED IN LOBBY OF BUILDING AS PER HPD SEC. OF LAW 27-2033-NO CHECK VALVE ON BOILER FEED LINE NEAR RETURN PIPE-NO FRESH AIR TO BOILER ROOM-NOACTIVE3125.03125.0
2022-02-0935568086JKERRY GROUP CORPORATIONFAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/VIOLATION #39037232L ISSUED 03/05/21 AND FILE CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION PURSUANT TO 28-201.1 AND 1RCNY 102-01.FOR B1E8L:DWELLING CONVERTED AT 2NDACTIVE6250.06250.0
2022-02-0935569211YKERRY GROUP CORPORATIONFAILURE TO COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER'S ORDER CONTAINED IN SUMMONS/V39037230H ISSUED 3/5/21 &TO FILE C/C PURSUANT TO28-201.1&1RCNY102-01.FOR B101:WORK W/O PERMIT...@2FL COMPLY W/COMMISSIONER'S ORDER &/OR FILE C/C.ACTIVE25000.025000.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 981 2nd 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 981 2nd 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 981 2nd 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 981 2nd 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 981 2nd Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 981 2nd 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 981 2nd Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 981 2nd Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 981 2nd 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.

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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