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196 Lenox Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10026

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DOB Complaints
96
311 Housing Calls
132
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

39
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 39% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 196 Lenox Avenue

As of July 2025, 196 Lenox Avenue in Harlem, a 4-story, 8-unit building constructed in 1909 and currently owned by Craig Livingston, has several significant ongoing maintenance issues that impact resident comfort and safety. Most notably, there is currently an open emergency complaint as of May 2025 regarding mold, and multiple violations remain unaddressed from late 2024 including water leaks, ceiling damage, and maintenance issues in apartment 2C showing problems with leaking roof, wall surfaces, and pest control (mice infestation).

The building's heating and hot water systems have been problematic, with emergency complaints about both apartment-specific and building-wide outages in 2024-2025. Other recent issues include electrical problems, water leaks, and various maintenance violations, though some have been resolved through inspections. The building has a concerning history of failed compliance with required inspections, particularly regarding boiler and low-pressure systems, with multiple active violations related to unfiled annual inspection reports between 2018-2023.

While recent rodent inspections have shown some improvement (passing in 2025), there have been several instances of rat activity noted between 2022-2024. The property has experienced some pest issues in the past, with one documented bedbug incident in 2022 that was resolved, and subsequent reports from 2023-2024 showing no new infestations. The building's recent history suggests ongoing challenges with maintenance and compliance, though some improvements have been made as indicated by the closing of certain violations and complaints through inspections and repairs.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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196 Lenox Avenue Report Contents

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196 Lenox Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building's risk level is typical for buildings in Harlem.

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1909
Total area 11539 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.
132
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
96
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
8
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.
6
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 196 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10026
  • 198 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10026
  • 86 West 120th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 84 West 120th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 196 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10026
  • 198 Lenox Ave, New York, NY 10026
  • 86 West 120th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 84 West 120th St, New York, NY 10026

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196 Lenox Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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196 Lenox Avenue 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 196 Lenox 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
2025-01-072025-05-20Electric-LightingNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-072025-05-20Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-182025-05-20Paint/plaster-CeilingImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-182025-05-18Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyOPEN
2024-09-052024-09-07Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 196 Lenox 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
2024-11-01BCloseNone3B§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
2024-11-01BOpenNone3B§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CRACKED GLASS PANE AT LOWER WINDOW SASH IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-11-01ACloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE TORN TREAD COVERS AT 6TH, 7TH, 8TH, 10TH AND 11TH TREADS UP FROM BOTTOM STAIRS AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-11-01BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF BICYCLE AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-12-17T00:00:00.000Z
2024-07-08BOpenNone2C§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT NORTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 196 Lenox Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-18 18:24UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDOpenHPD
2025-05-18 18:18PAINT/PLASTERCEILINGClosedHPD
2025-01-07 09:16ELECTRICLIGHTINGClosedHPD
2025-01-07 09:16HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-09-05 10:45HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 196 Lenox Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 196 Lenox Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2018 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-20V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2019 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 196 Lenox 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 196 Lenox 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
2024-12-200002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-04-290002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-12-040002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-211102021-11-012022-10-31
2022-12-190002021-11-012022-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 196 Lenox Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-08-06CompliancePassed
2025-04-04InitialPassed
2024-11-13CompliancePassed
2024-10-07InitialRat Activity
2024-06-04CompliancePassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 196 Lenox 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 196 Lenox 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 196 Lenox Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-08-0939067650LNME HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FBOILER KEY MUST BE AT SIGHT AT ALL TIMES AS PER 272033 CODE CORRECT VIOLATION AND SEND IN CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTIONRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-08-0939067649YNME HOUSING DEVELOPMENT FBOILER KEY MUST BE AT SIGHT AT ALL TIMES AS PER 272033 CODE CORRECT VIOLATION & SEND IN CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTIONRESOLVE625.0625.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 196 Lenox 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 196 Lenox 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 196 Lenox 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)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 196 Lenox 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 196 Lenox Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 196 Lenox 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 196 Lenox Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 196 Lenox Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 196 Lenox 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.

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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