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251 West 116th Street, Manhattan, NY 10026

3
DOB Complaints
119
311 Housing Calls
149
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

32
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 32% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 251 West 116th Street

251 West 116th Street is a 5-story, 16-unit old law tenement building located in Harlem, owned by Scott Castellano and constructed in 1910. The property has experienced persistent maintenance issues, particularly related to water and heating systems. As of February 2025, there are multiple open complaints with HPD regarding water leaks (described as slow leaks and damp spots), mold issues, and paint/plaster problems around windows.

The building has faced recurring heating system problems, with multiple heat/hot water complaints in December 2024 affecting both individual apartments and the entire building. Violations recorded in December 2024 include inadequate heating in apartments 3B and 4B, along with issues accessing the heating system in the cellar/boiler room. The building's maintenance history shows ongoing concerns with water damage and rodent activity.

In August 2024, multiple violations were recorded in apartment 5A related to water leaks and damaged plaster surfaces. The property has also experienced recurring rat activity, with multiple inspections throughout 2024 and 2025 showing consistent rat presence, though some inspections in early 2025 indicate bait was applied. Bedbug reports from 2020 through 2024 show minimal infestation cases, with the most recent reports indicating no active infestations. While some complaints have been resolved, including several heat/hot water issues from December 2024, many maintenance concerns remain open as of February 2025, suggesting ongoing challenges with building upkeep and tenant comfort.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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251 West 116th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 16
Year built 1910
Total area 24040 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class OLD LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
149
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
119
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
9
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
1
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
30
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 253 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 251 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 247 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 249 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 253 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 251 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 247 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026
  • 249 West 116th St, New York, NY 10026

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251 West 116th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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251 West 116th Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 251 West 116th 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
2025-02-032025-02-03Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyOPEN
2025-02-032025-02-03Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-02-032025-02-03Paint/plaster-Window/frameNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-02-032025-02-03Water Leak-Damp SpotNon EmergencyOPEN
2024-12-202024-12-24Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 251 West 116th 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
2024-12-02COpenNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCKED DOOR AT CELLAR AT BOILER ROOMNone
2024-12-02COpenNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-12-02COpenNone4B§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-12-02COpenNone3B§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
2024-12-02COpenNone3B§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3B, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 251 West 116th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-02-03 12:41PAINT/PLASTERWINDOW/FRAMEOpenHPD
2025-02-03 12:41WATER LEAKDAMP SPOTOpenHPD
2025-02-03 12:41WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKOpenHPD
2025-02-03 12:41UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDOpenHPD
2024-12-21 19:47HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 251 West 116th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16840162024-12-15CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2024-12-17No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-12-17)
15483532020-07-22CLOSEDFailure to Maintain2020-07-31No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-07-31)
15349442020-01-30CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2020-05-01No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-05-01)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 251 West 116th Street.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

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DateTypeDescriptionStatus
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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 251 West 116th 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
2024-12-270002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-221102021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-210002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-181102019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 251 West 116th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-02-26ComplianceRat Activity
2025-01-13ComplianceRat Activity
2024-11-20ComplianceRat Activity
2024-10-15BAITBait applied
2024-09-27ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 251 West 116th 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 251 West 116th 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 251 West 116th 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 251 West 116th 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 251 West 116th 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 251 West 116th 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

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Source: NYC Department of Finance
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 251 West 116th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 251 West 116th 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 251 West 116th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 251 West 116th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 251 West 116th 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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