220 East 70 Street
Despite past complaints, recent landlord activity indicates a low probability of future maintenance failures.
This building has 2 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Upper East Side average of 7.7.
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How 220 East 70 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 3066 buildings in this neighborhood, 2851 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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(10+)
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What's in the 220 East 70 Street report
| Total units | 65 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 16 |
| Year built | 1986 |
| Gross area | — |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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220 East 70 Street event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2022 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 04/01/2021 | A | Original | (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. | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2024 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 7B |
| 09/14/2024 | Water Leak – Slow Leak | Non Emergency | Close | 7B |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2024 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 09/14/2024 | Water Leak | Slow Leak | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2025 | 1695336 | Closed | 23 | 05/14/2025 |
| 03/04/2025 | 1690050 | Closed | 7J | 03/04/2025 |
| 10/03/2024 | 1679064 | Closed | 8A | 10/03/2024 |
| 09/12/2024 | 1677408 | Closed | 73 | 09/12/2024 |
| 09/12/2024 | 1677414 | Closed | 73 | 09/12/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | |
| 09/23/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 09/23/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 09/11/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Emergency Work Order Due To Defective Facade Bulging/Displaced Brick Masonry At Roof Level Of Exposure 4 West Elevation Imminent Condition Remedy, Immediately Provide Safety Measures Asper Irony 103-04 And Remove Stabalize Defective Masory Under Supervision Of A Licensed Profesional | |
| 09/11/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | C-Construction Other Optional | Emergency Work Order Due To Defective Facade Bulging/Displaced Brick Masonry At Roof Level Of Exposure 4 West Elevation Imminent Condition Remedy, Immediately Provide Safety Measures Asper Irony 103-04 And Remove Stabalize Defective Masory Under Supervision Of A Licensed Profesional |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 35718045Y | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Exterior Building Fence And Appurtenances.Noted:Attime Of Inspection I Observed Loose Metal Window Frame At Exposure#1 North Elevation 3Rd Floor And Exposure#3 South Elevation 10Th Floor.Rem | $2,500 |
| 10/03/2024 | 39533062K | Resolve | An 18 Story Residential Building For Alteration Faced Work Closed Site. Observed Sidewalk Shed In Place At Exp#1 Under Permit#M00579105. Upon Further Inspection Observed Shed Had No/Missing Or Inadequate Parape | $1,250 |
| 09/11/2024 | 35686288P | Active | Failure To Maintain Exterior Facade And Appurtenances.Notes Observed At Exposure#4(West Elevation)Bulging/Displaced Brick Masonry At Roof Level.No Safety Measures In Place To Protect Public And Property.Rem:Mai | $2,500 |
| 01/16/2024 | 37026209R | Active | Failure To File Acceptable Amended Cycle 9A Report Indicating Correction Of Unsafe Conditions Described In Initial Facades Report Required By 28-302.5 For Control #905177. Remedy: File Acceptable Report. | $1,250 |
| 01/24/2023 | 39512018K | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection 18 Sty Observed Cross Brace Is Not Secure To The Sidewalk Shed At Expo#1.Createing An Unsaved Condition For Pedestrian ,Sidewalk Shed Can Shift . Complaint With Code | $2,400 |
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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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/13/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/07/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/13/2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 05/19/2022 | 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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Sidewalk | Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed. No Change In Use, Occupancy Or Egress. Work Shall Comply With Chapter 33 Of Nycc | Permit Issued | 11/06/2025 |
| 09/22/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Cellar, Sub-Cellar | Plumbing Work Related To Boiler Replacement For Heating Plant Upgrade. No Change To Use, Egress, Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 09/22/2025 |
| 05/08/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Facade, Roof | Facade Repairs Including Brick Replacement, And Parapet Repairs | Signed-Off | 05/08/2025 |
| 05/08/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Facade, Roof | Facade Repairs Including Brick Replacement, And Parapet Repairs | Signed-Off | 05/08/2025 |
| 03/26/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Suspended Scaffold | Installation Of Suspended Scaffolding During Facade Inspection/Repair. | Signed-Off | 03/26/2025 |
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