Building and Landlord Data Analysis Report

1557 2nd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10028

0
DOB Complaints
7
311 Housing Calls
2
Housing Violations
0
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 1557 2nd Avenue

The four-story, six-unit building at 1557 2nd Avenue in the Upper East Side, owned by Munlai Chang, has had several notable issues over its recent operating history (2020-2025). Most concerning is a recurring pattern of rodent issues, with the most recent inspection in June 2025 showing "Rat Activity", following a similar finding in September 2022 and repeated rat activity in December 2021.

The building experienced multiple water supply-related plumbing complaints in late 2020 and early 2021, though inspections found no violations. From 2021, the building received multiple housing maintenance code violations primarily related to safety compliance, including missing smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and required building notices, though all were certified as corrected by February 2022. The building has been the subject of several food-related incidents, with three documented food poisoning complaints between 2018-2023, though these were determined to be isolated incidents upon investigation by the Department of Health.

While there have been no bedbug infestations reported in the past seven years (2018-2025), the rodent activity and safety compliance issues suggest ongoing maintenance challenges. The building's age (constructed in 1920) and history of plumbing complaints and rodent issues indicate potential infrastructure concerns, though recent bedbug reports demonstrate effective pest management. The property has maintained compliance with most housing maintenance code requirements, with violations being promptly addressed when identified.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1557 2nd Avenue Report Contents

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1557 2nd AvenueBuilding Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 6
Year built 1920
Total area 4444 sq ft
Floors 4
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HERETOFORE CONVERTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

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

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1557 2nd Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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1557 2nd Avenue 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 1557 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
2020-12-202021-12-27Plumbing-Water SupplyNon EmergencyCLOSE
2021-01-012021-01-11Plumbing-Water SupplyNon EmergencyCLOSE
2021-01-012021-01-11Plumbing-Water SupplyNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1557 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
2021-01-10ACloseNoneNone§ 329, M/D LAW AND DEPT. RULES AND REGS. PROVIDE A COMPLETED CERTIFICATE OF INSPECTION VISITS IN A PROPER FRAME AT OR NEAR MAILBOXES, BOTTOM EDGE OF FRAME BETWEEN 48-62 INCHES ABOVE FLOOR MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2021-02-22T00:00:00.000Z
2021-01-10ACloseNoneNone§ 26-1103 ADMIN. CODE: POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER NOTICE ON WALL OF THE ENTRANCE STORY IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH ON THE AVAILABILITY OF THE AGENCYS HOUSING INFORMATION GUIDE. A SAMPLE NOTICE CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.NYC.GOV/HPD. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2021-02-22T00:00:00.000Z
2021-01-10ACloseNoneNone§ 27-2104 ADM CODE POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY SHOWING THE REGISTRATION NUMBER ASSIGNED BY THE DEPARTMENT AND THE ADDRESS OF THE BUILDING. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2021-02-22T00:00:00.000Z
2021-01-10BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2021-02-22T00:00:00.000Z
2021-01-10BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2021-02-22T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1557 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-12-18 00:00Food Poisoning3 or MoreClosedDOHMH
2022-04-25 00:00Food Poisoning1 or 2ClosedDOHMH
2021-01-01 15:09PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
2021-01-01 15:09PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
2020-12-20 15:02PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1557 2nd Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1557 2nd Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1557 2nd Avenue. 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 1557 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
2025-03-040002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-030002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-290002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-200002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-180002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1557 2nd Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-24CompliancePassed
2025-06-02InitialRat Activity
2024-09-25InitialPassed
2023-10-13InitialPassed
2022-11-16CompliancePassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1557 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 1557 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 1557 2nd Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1557 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 1557 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 1557 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 1557 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
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1557 2nd Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1557 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 1557 2nd Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1557 2nd Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1557 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.

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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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