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523 Lenox Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10037

2
DOB Complaints
6
311 Housing Calls
27
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 523 Lenox Avenue

523 Lenox Avenue is a 5-story, 4-unit old law tenement building located in Harlem, built in 1910 and currently owned by Muhammad Shahid. The building has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues, with documented complaints in 2023, 2021, and 2020 affecting both the entire building and individual apartments. In recent months (July 2023), there were multiple non-emergency maintenance issues reported and subsequently closed, including problems with electrical outlets, wall conditions, and water supply.

The building has received several housing maintenance code violations, particularly affecting the 4th-floor apartment, including inadequate hot water supply, defective carbon monoxide detectors, and plumbing issues that were documented in October 2023. Two significant active Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations from November 2022 remain pending, related to improper gas line installations, and a failure to correct immediately hazardous violations issued in October 2023. The building has a history of electrical issues, including a 2019 power outage incident with violations issued.

Notably, the property has maintained a positive rodent inspection record between 2017 and 2025, with all inspections passing. Bedbug reports for the period from late 2021 to late 2022 indicated no infestations. The building's maintenance history suggests ongoing challenges with basic services and infrastructure, particularly regarding heating systems and water supply.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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523 Lenox Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 4
Year built 1910
Total area 7215 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
27
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
6
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
4
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
0
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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523 Lenox Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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523 Lenox Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
Less 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 523 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
2023-07-062023-08-05Electric-Outlet/switchNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-07-062023-08-05Electric-Outlet/switchNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-07-062023-08-05Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-07-062023-08-05Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
2023-07-062023-08-05Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 523 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
2024-04-01AOpenNoneNone(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
2023-10-24BCloseNone4§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CONNECTION WASTELINE PIPE AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-10-24BCloseNone4§ 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2023-10-24BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL CEILING AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORYNone
2023-10-24BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORYNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 523 Lenox Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2023-01-11 12:04HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2023-01-11 12:04APPLIANCEELECTRIC/GAS RANGEClosedHPD
2021-01-04 16:32HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2020-12-14 08:56HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2020-03-20 05:53Food EstablishmentKitchen/Food Prep AreaClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 523 Lenox Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16217682022-11-02CLOSEDPlumbing Work – Illegal/No Permit (also Sprinkler/Standpipe)2022-11-02Oath Violation Served (2022-11-03)
15407702020-04-13CLOSEDSign Falling: Danger/Sign Erection or Display In-Progress (ILLEGAL)2020-04-13Oath Violation Served (2020-04-13)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 523 Lenox Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-10-04V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 523 Lenox Avenue. 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 523 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
2023-09-150002021-11-012022-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 523 Lenox Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-06InitialPassed
2024-11-04InitialPassed
2024-05-14InitialPassed
2023-11-17InitialPassed
2023-05-03InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 523 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 523 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 523 Lenox Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-11-0239073287RZAM ZAM REALTY INC DATA RI OBSERVED IN BASEMENT FURNACE CONNECTED WITH A FLEX HOSE ON GAS LINE. HOT WATER HEATER NO TEMPETURE RELIEF VALVE PIPE OUT. APARTMENT 1A FLEX HOSE ON TANKLESS HOT WATER HEATER AND ON BOILER ON THE GAS LINE. APAACTIVE312.0312.0
2022-11-0239073286PZAM ZAM REALTY INC DATA RWORK WITHOUT A PERMIT I OBSERVED IN BASEMENT INSTALLED A GAS FURNACE. ON SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT 2A INSTALLED TANKLESS HOT WATER AND APARTMENT 4A INSTALLED WATER LINES TO ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATER NO PERMITS ONACTIVE1250.00.0
2020-04-1335490771KZAM ZAM REALTY INCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN BLDG IN CODE COMPLAINT MANNER NOTED. @EXP#1, BUISNESS AWNING PHARMACY SIGN APPROX. 25 FT L. COLLAPSED ON SIDEWALK AFTER DTECAHING FROM THE BUILDING FACADE. METAL FRAME STRUCTURE DURING W/THERESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 523 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 523 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 523 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 523 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 523 Lenox Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 523 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.

DateTypeResult
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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 523 Lenox Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 523 Lenox Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 523 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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