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53 West 119th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

11
DOB Complaints
3
311 Housing Calls
0
Housing Violations
7
Permits

Risk Assessment

98
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 98% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 53 West 119th Street

The three-story, 8-unit building at 53 West 119th Street in Harlem, owned by Ken Handelman, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues since 2021. Recent housing maintenance code violations include four consecutive open violations from 2022-2024 related to the failure to file annual bedbug reports. The property has a documented pattern of rodent issues, with inspections showing rat activity as recently as 2024, though it passed its most recent rodent inspection in April 2025.

The building's construction history reveals concerning safety compliance issues, including multiple active Environmental Control Board violations from 2024 related to construction site safety and worker protection, with penalties totaling over $7,000. Notably, there were several serious incidents in early 2023 involving a worker falling from scaffolding and property damage at neighboring buildings, though some of these violations were later resolved or dismissed. The property has undergone various construction activities between 2022-2025, with multiple permits issued for alteration work, including plumbing and general construction.

There have been several instances of construction-related violations, including inadequate safety measures and failure to maintain proper construction signage. The building has also faced inspection failures for various reasons in 2023-2024, indicating ongoing maintenance and compliance challenges. While some violations have been dismissed or resolved, others remain active as of 2025, suggesting ongoing oversight issues. The building's age (constructed in 1885) and its classification as a New Law Single Room Occupancy (SRO) property both contribute to its unique regulatory considerations, particularly regarding bedbug reporting requirements.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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53 West 119th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1885
Total area 2700 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW SINGLE ROOM OCCUPANCY
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Key Building Statistics

11
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
0
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
3
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
13
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
9
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
7
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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53 West 119th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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53 West 119th Street 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 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th 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
2024-04-01AOpenNoneNone(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
2023-03-16AOpenNoneNone(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
2022-02-16AOpenNoneNone(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
2021-04-02AOpenNoneNone(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
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 53 West 119th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2021-11-11 16:56RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2021-07-13 13:24RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2019-11-06 08:21RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 53 West 119th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16924892025-04-04CLOSEDFailure to Retain Water/Improper Drainage (LL103/89)2025-07-08Partial Stop Work Order (2025-07-10)
16804602024-10-23CLOSEDConstruction Safety Compliance (CSC) Action2024-10-24Oath Violation Served (2024-10-24)
16764682024-08-30CLOSEDBUILDING – Vacant, Open and Unguarded2024-09-17No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-09-17)
16666282024-04-30CLOSEDCSE: Tracking Compliance2024-09-10Stop Work Order Fully Rescinded (2024-09-10)
16623242024-03-13CLOSEDConstruction Safety Compliance (CSC) Action2024-03-13Oath Violation Served (2024-03-13)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 53 West 119th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2025-01-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
2025-01-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-10-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908489772024-11-21
2023-10-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908489812024-11-21
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 53 West 119th Street. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 53 West 119th 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
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 53 West 119th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-04-04InitialPassed
2024-10-07InitialPassed
2024-06-04ComplianceRat Activity
2024-04-12InitialFailed for Other R
2023-10-06InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-10-2339533749RDMA CONTRACTING INCAT THE TIME OF INSPECTION OF AN ALTERATION TO A 4-STORY RESIDENTIAL LANDMARK BUILDING IT WAS OBSERVED AN ACTIVE JOBSITE WITH TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT (SIDEWALK SHED & SUPPORTED SCAFFOLD)ON SITE AT EXP1ACTIVE2530.02530.0
2024-10-2339533750YDMA CONTRACTING INCAT THE TIME OF INSPECTION OF AN ALTERATION TO A 4-STORY RESIDENTIAL LANDMARK BUILDING IT WAS OBSERVED AN ACTIVE JOBSITE WITH TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT ON SITE. UPON REQUEST TO REVIEW REQUIRED DAILY SUPPOACTIVE2530.02530.0
2024-04-3039528135XEMPIRE CITY CONSTRUCTIONAT TIME OF INSPECTION OF 4 STORY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING OBSERVED SUPPORTED SCAFFOLD ON SIDEWALK BRIDGE WITHOUT REQUIRED 5' EXTENTION AT ADJOINING PROPERTIES CAUSING HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. PROVIDE REQUIRED EXTENTIORESOLVE5000.05000.0
2024-03-1339526389RDMA CONTRACTING INCAT 4 STORY JOBSITE, IT WAS OBSERVED CONSTRUCTION FENCE INSTALLED AT EXTERIOR PERIMETER EXPOSURE 1 OF JOBSITE. UPON REVIEW ON DOB DATA BASE SYSTEM ( DOBNOW), IT WAS OBSERVED THAT THE FENCE PERMIT IS EXPIRED AS ORESOLVE625.00.0
2023-02-2435653932XBTM CONSTRUCTION CORPFAILURE TO NOTIFY THE DEPT OF AN ACCIDENT OR INCIDENT THAT RESULTED INA FATALITY OR AN INJURY.NOTE A WORKER FELL FROM A SCAFFOLD AND LANDED IN THE EXCAVATION AREA.WORKER WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL.AS PER CHECK OACTIVE25000.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 53 West 119th 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 53 West 119th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 53 West 119th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 53 West 119th 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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