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161 East 96th Street, Manhattan, NY 10128

1
DOB Complaints
31
311 Housing Calls
17
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

95
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 95% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 161 East 96th Street

161 East 96th Street is a 5-story, 22-unit Old Law Tenement building constructed in 1920, currently owned by Jeva Lin. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues over the past several years, with recurring problems particularly related to mold, plumbing, and unit maintenance. Most recently, in 2025, there are open complaints regarding the intercom system, and an emergency mold issue was reported in June 2025.

The building has a documented history of plumbing problems, including sink issues in late 2024, and multiple instances of unsanitary conditions in the form of mold complaints. A significant cluster of maintenance issues was documented in March 2019, including violations related to paint/plaster, window frames, and water leaks, with some violations remaining open as of 2025. The apartment, particularly unit 1A, has been the focus of multiple inspections and violations between 2018-2019, including issues with mice infestation, mold in the bathroom, water leaks, and peeling paint requiring repair.

While recent rodent inspections in 2023-2025 have passed, indicating improved pest management, the building continues to face challenges with moisture-related issues. The property has maintained a clean record regarding bedbug infestations over the past several years, with no reported cases between 2018-2024. An illegal conversion complaint was filed in 2021, though the inspection was unable to locate sufficient information to proceed. The building's management has shown some responsiveness to complaints, with various issues being closed after inspections, though some violations related to mold, water leaks, and maintenance remain open as of latest inspections.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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161 East 96th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 22
Year built 1920
Total area 9160 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
17
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
31
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
2
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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161 East 96th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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161 East 96th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units 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 161 East 96th 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
2025-06-182025-06-30Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-102025-01-10General-Bell/buzzer/intercomNon EmergencyOPEN
2024-11-252024-11-28Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2023-01-092023-01-28Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
2019-03-202019-03-28Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 161 East 96th 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
2019-04-27COpenNone1AHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2019-04-27ACloseNone1A§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... AT NORTH WALL APPRX 4 SQUARE FEET IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2019-04-27BOpenNone1A§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE ARRANGE AND MAKE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS ... IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2019-04-27BCloseNone1A§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... AT NORTH WALL APPRX 4 SQUARE FEET IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH ORIGINAL VIOLATION 13039883 ISSUED 27-APR-19 HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO CLASS B PER ADMINISTRATIVE CODE §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).2019-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
2019-03-26BOpenNone1A§ 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK ... NORTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2019-04-09T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 161 East 96th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-01-10 09:48GENERALBELL/BUZZER/INTERCOMOpenHPD
2024-11-25 11:24PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2023-01-09 14:05UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2022-05-23 02:48RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2019-03-20 16:38WATER LEAKDAMP SPOTClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 161 East 96th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15894692021-12-20CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2021-12-20Insufficient Information/unable To Locate Address (2021-12-20)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 161 East 96th Street.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 161 East 96th 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
2023-12-010002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-010002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-010002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-310002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 161 East 96th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-16InitialPassed
2025-05-20InitialPassed
2025-01-16InitialPassed
2024-07-18InitialPassed
2024-01-18InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 161 East 96th 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 161 East 96th 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 161 East 96th Street. 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 161 East 96th 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 161 East 96th 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 161 East 96th 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 161 East 96th 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 161 East 96th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 161 East 96th 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 161 East 96th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 161 East 96th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 161 East 96th 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.

Project IDStatusBoroughBlockLot
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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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