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132 East 61st Street, Manhattan, NY 10065

17
DOB Complaints
2
311 Housing Calls
1
Housing Violations
3
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 132 East 61st Street

The 4-unit, 4-story building at 132 East 61st Street in Manhattan's Upper East Side, built in 1910 and currently owned by Terrence Lowenberg, has experienced significant and concerning issues in recent years, particularly regarding its second-floor commercial space. Most notably, there are currently active ECB violations from October 2024 totaling over $10,000 in fines related to illegal occupancy and use as an unlicensed physical treatment establishment (reported as "Sun Flower Spa"), including unauthorized modifications creating additional rooms and facilities. There are also outstanding DOB violations from December 2024 related to failing to certify correction of immediately hazardous conditions.

The building's mechanical systems have faced scrutiny, with a May 2024 complaint about a defective boiler leading to a violation for unsafe conditions including exposed wiring and corrosion, though this was later resolved. The property has maintained a generally clean record in terms of pest management and sanitation, with multiple successful rodent inspections from 2011 through 2023 showing no issues. Bedbug reporting from 2020 through 2024 has consistently shown zero infested units.

Recent building maintenance history includes an unusual sequence of complaints in 2023 and early 2024 regarding adult establishment activities, illegal conversions, and work without permits. An earlier pattern of violations from 2018-2021 included failures to maintain adequate lighting at the front entrance and bedbug reporting compliance issues, though these were ultimately closed. The building's heating and ventilation systems have required attention, with multiple violations and complaints regarding maintenance and permit compliance.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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132 East 61st Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 4
Year built 1910
Total area 6430 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

17
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
1
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
2
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
12
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
3
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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132 East 61st Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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132 East 61st Street 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 132 East 61st 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
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 132 East 61st 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
2022-02-15ACloseNoneNone(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.None
2021-04-01ACloseNoneNone(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.None
2018-06-11BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2040 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT OR NEAR THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCEWAY OF THE BUILDING AND KEEP SAME BURNING FROM SUNSET EVERY DAY TO SUNRISE ON THE DAY FOLLOWING MINIMUM OF 100 WATTS AS REQUIRED(LIGHT FIXTURE(S) PRESENT). AT FRONT AREAWAYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 132 East 61st Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-01-20 19:26SmokingSmoking ViolationClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 132 East 61st Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16866222025-01-16CLOSEDWork Without Permits Watch List Compliance2025-01-29Compliance Inspection Performed (2025-01-29)
16676252024-05-10CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2024-05-10Oath Violation Served (2024-05-10)
16499242023-10-03CLOSEDAdult Establishment2024-10-23Partial Vacate Order Served (2024-10-23)
16480312023-09-12CLOSEDAdult Establishment2023-09-18Please See Complaint Number (2023-09-18)
16479682023-09-12CLOSEDAdult Establishment2023-09-18Please See Complaint Number (2023-09-18)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 132 East 61st Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-12-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
2024-12-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
2023-10-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908164222024-03-20
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 132 East 61st Street. 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 132 East 61st 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
2024-12-030002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-070002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-160002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-06-170002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 132 East 61st Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2023-02-02InitialPassed
2022-06-24InitialPassed
2019-12-09InitialPassed
2018-12-07InitialPassed
2018-05-15InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 132 East 61st 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
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 132 East 61st 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
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ECB Violations

Environmental Control Board violations for 132 East 61st Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-10-2335684200M132 EAST 61 REALTY,LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BUILDING IN CODE-COMPLIANT MANNER.FAILURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED NATURAL LIGHT AND VENTILATION FOR EVERY BEDROOMS.NOTED:AT 2ND FLOOR HAVING CREATED A SLEEPING QUARTER WITH BED AND PERSONAL ITEMACTIVE1250.01250.0
2024-10-2335684123H132 EAST 61 REALTY,LLCILLEGAL USE IN A COMMERCIAL DISTRICT.UNLICENSED PHYSICAL TREATMENT ESTABLISHMENT,A PROHIBITED USE PER ZR 12-10,OPERATING IN A C5-2 DISTRICT ON 2ND FLOOR AS SUN FLOWER SPA.NOTED A MASSEUSE OFFER TO PERFORM A FULACTIVE3125.03125.0
2024-10-2335684124J132 EAST 61 REALTY,LLCOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY THE DEPT OF BUILDINGS RECORDS.ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY NOTED:AT 2ND FLOOR HAS BEEN CONVERTED/OCCUPIED AS HOUSE OF PROSTITUTION-BROTHEL/MASSAGE PARLOR WITH SERVICE AT RATE OF $300,ACTIVE6250.06250.0
2024-05-1039114057J132 EAST 61 REALTY LLC ICFOUND H.B. SMITH 19AX5 BOILER WITH EXPOSED WIRING, CORRODED HARTFORD LOOP,DIRTY GLASS GAUGE AND MISSING GUARDS,BOILER ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING, SIGHT GLASS ON FRONT OF BOILER CRACKED.RESOLVE0.00.0
2023-07-0735673146R132 EAST 61 REALTY LLCOCCUPANCY CONTRARY TO THAT ALLOWED BY DOB RECORDS.ILLEGAL OCCUPANCY NOTED:2ND FLOOR ILLEGALLY OCCUPIED AS AN UNLICENSED PHYSICAL TREATMENT ESTABLISHMENT WITH 4 MASSAGE ROOMS,1 SHOWER ROOM,DOING BUSINESS AS SUNFRESOLVE625.0625.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 132 East 61st 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
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 132 East 61st 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
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 132 East 61st 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)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 132 East 61st 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
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 132 East 61st Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 132 East 61st Street. 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 132 East 61st Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 132 East 61st Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 132 East 61st 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.

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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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