312 East 42 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 12 recorded HPD violations, above the Murray Hill average of 4.9.
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How 312 East 42 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 282 buildings in this neighborhood, 54 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 312 East 42 Street report
| Total units | 442 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 32 |
| Year built | 1929 |
| Gross area | 261,401 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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312 East 42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/18/2021 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At North Wall At Closet In The Private Hallway Located At Apt 607, 6Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 10/18/2021 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At North Wall In The 1St Room From North Located At Apt 607, 6Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 10/18/2021 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color At East Wall In The Kitchen Located At Apt 607, 6Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 10/18/2021 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 607, 6Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Dismissed |
| 08/07/2020 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 3004, 30Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/16/2025 | Plumbing – Water Supply | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 05/16/2025 | Plumbing – Water Supply | Immediate Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 02/03/2024 | Flooring/Stairs – Floor | Non Emergency | Close | ALL |
| 07/31/2024 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 1003 |
| 10/20/2022 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 114 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 | Indoor Air Quality | Chemical Vapors/Gases/Odors | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 05/16/2025 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/16/2025 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 08/01/2024 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/03/2024 | Flooring/Stairs | Floor | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2026 | 1716030 | Closed | 6M | 02/19/2026 |
| 05/16/2025 | 1695628 | Closed | 58 | 05/20/2025 |
| 01/24/2025 | 1687163 | Closed | 58 | 02/18/2025 |
| 05/13/2024 | 1667816 | Closed | 23 | 05/17/2024 |
| 05/03/2024 | 1667012 | Closed | 78 | 05/06/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/04/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 04/02/2025 |
| 02/18/2022 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fisphaz-Hazardous Condition (Facade) Facade Required | Cycle 9A Unsafe Report Filed | |
| 02/18/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Fispfcs-Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions (Facade) Facade Required | Cycle 9A Failure To Correct Swarmp Conditions | 10/05/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 | 39177532H | Resolve | Vf.... Ceaseused.... Door Restrictor Not Working Repair And Arrange Inspection With D O B ...... | $1,250 |
| 05/13/2024 | 39528558H | Resolve | One Car Was Parking Across Street From The Site One Brace Fall Of Scaffold While The Installation And Hit The Car Across Street Making Damage On Hood And Front Fonder. Respondent Failed To Provide Adequate Safe | $10,000 |
| 07/20/2022 | 35663786X | Resolve | Failure To Take Required Safety Measures To Protect Public Safety Fromdocumented Unsafe Facade.Note:Qewi Submitted Unsafe Facade Filing #904646 Dated On 02-28-2022.However,As Of Today 07-20-2022,Still No Safety | $0 |
| 05/25/2022 | 35651398X | Active | Failure To Maintain Bldg Exterior Walls Or Appurtenances Note:Atoi,Observed Cracked-Missing Window Block Glasses Defective Brick-Masonry Thru Facade.Provide Safety Measures&Repair Damaged Facade As Per 1Rcny103 | $1,250 |
| 05/25/2022 | 35651397Y | Active | Failure To Take Required Safety Measures To Protect Public Safety Note:No Safety Measures In Place On Exp2E Elevation Of Bldg Which Was Documented As Unsafe By Qewi As Noted In Unsafe Notification804646-9A-001. | $10,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/18/2025 | $330,000 | D4 | Midtown East | |
| 06/03/2025 | $275,000 | D4 | Midtown East | |
| 05/21/2025 | $430,000 | D4 | Midtown East | |
| 04/17/2025 | $415,000 | D4 | Midtown East | |
| 04/10/2025 | $310,000 | D4 | Midtown East |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/05/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/11/2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/05/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/30/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 07/07/2022 | Initial | Passed |
| 12/04/2019 | Compliance | Failed For Other Reason |
| 11/07/2019 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 032, Roof | 8Th And 9Th Cycle Fisp Repairs. Resolve Ecb Violations 35651397Y And 35651398X And Dob Violation 021822Fisphaz910019. No Change To Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 03/04/2026 |
| 01/30/2026 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 021 through 021 | Combination Of Apartments 2103 And 2104 As Per Plans Filed Herewith. No Change To Use, Egress Or Occupancy | Signed-Off | 01/30/2026 |
| 12/23/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Protection And Mechanical Methods | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Debris Chute As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 12/23/2025 |
| 12/11/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 12/11/2025 |
| 12/05/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Supported Scaffold | Floor Number(s) 001 through 032, Ground Floor, Open Space, Roof Terrace 017 through 029 | Installation Of Temporary Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 12/05/2025 |
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