1493 York Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 1 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Upper East Side average of 7.7.
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How 1493 York Avenue'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, 766 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 1493 York Avenue report
| Total units | 240 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 13 |
| Year built | 1956 |
| Gross area | 240,073 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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1493 York Avenue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2022 | C | Original | § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 Hmc: Replace Or Repair The Self-Closing Doors That Is Missing Or Defective At Compactor Closet At Public Hall, 5Th Story, Section ''North'' | Violation Dismissed |
| 09/28/2022 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Refit Door At Compactor Closet At Public Hall, 5Th Story, Section ''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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/13/2024 | Water Leak – Heavy Flow | Emergency | Close | PHO |
| 03/17/2024 | Plumbing – Water Supply | Immediate Emergency | Close | 2O |
| 03/17/2024 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 12/21/2023 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2026 | Indoor Air Quality | Sewage Odor | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 07/31/2024 | Food Poisoning | 1 Or 2 | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 04/15/2024 | Water Leak | Heavy Flow | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/19/2024 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/17/2024 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 | 1701140 | Closed | 6M | 11/19/2025 |
| 05/20/2025 | 1695917 | Closed | 7J | 05/21/2025 |
| 02/01/2024 | 1659304 | Closed | 58 | 02/01/2024 |
| 01/26/2024 | 1658953 | Closed | 58 | 02/01/2024 |
| 01/17/2024 | 1658269 | Closed | 58 | 01/22/2024 |
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 | 11/30/2023 |
| 05/10/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | C-Construction Other Optional | Observed Parking Garage Concrete Floors Instate Of Disrepair Conditions Including Cracks, Section Of Slab Missing, Rotten I-Beams, Debris Falling, Water Damage On Foundation Wall And Entrance Ramps Underside Severely Damage & Structural Stability Compromised. | 01/17/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | 39167486R | Resolve | Class 2 Item: Excessive Oil Leaking From Machine. Repair. Remove Excess Oil From Car Top And Components. | $625 |
| 11/24/2023 | 35675416R | Resolve | 28-323.1 Failure To Maintain Parking Structure In Safe Condition. Note: At The Time Of Inspection Observed At Parking Garage Concrete Floor At Basement Water Logging. Remedy: Comply With Code. Immediately Provi | $2,500 |
| 10/11/2023 | 37025583M | Resolve | Failure To Comply With The Commissioner'S Order In Dob Violation Vio23-01353,Dated 5/10/2023.Respondent Was Required To Submit An Engineer'Sreport Concerning Structurally Deficient Conditions.As Of 10/11/2023,A | $2,500 |
| 05/10/2023 | 39085947L | Resolve | Observed Parking Garage Concrete Floors Instate Of Disrepair Conditions Including Cracks, Section Of Slab Missing, Rotten I-Beams, Debris Falling, Water Damage On Foundation Wall And Entrance Ramps Underside Se | $1,250 |
| 07/10/2021 | 38274061Z | Resolve | Cease Use; 97M07: Work Without Permit, File Application And Obtain Permit | $2,500 |
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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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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/12/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/12/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/07/2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/03/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 12/24/2020 | Initial | Passed |
| 12/03/2019 | Initial | Passed |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Mechanical Systems | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Hvac Replacement For Chase Bank As Per Plans Submitted Herewith. No Change In Use, Occupancy Or Egress. | Signed-Off | 02/11/2026 |
| 06/13/2025 | Initial Permit | Suspended Scaffold | Facade Repairs, Scaffold Inspections, Three Men Letter | Signed-Off | 06/13/2025 | |
| 06/12/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 007 through 007 | Interior Renovation Of Existing Apartment 7S Including Removal Of Non-Load Bearing Partitions As Per Plans Filed. No Change To Egress, Use,Construction Classification Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 06/12/2025 |
| 02/05/2025 | Initial Permit | Mechanical Systems | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Hvac Replacement For Chase Bank As Per Plans Submitted Herewith. No Change In Use, Occupancy Or Egress. | Signed-Off | 02/05/2025 |
| 11/20/2023 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Subsequent Gc Filing For New Ada Compliant Bathroom At Parking Garage As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occpuancy. | Signed-Off | 11/20/2023 |
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