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2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl, Manhattan, NY 10026

1
DOB Complaints
50
311 Housing Calls
44
Housing Violations
2
Permits

Risk Assessment

56
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 56% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl

The 5-story, 8-unit old law tenement building at 2198 Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Harlem, owned by Kenneth Morrison, has experienced significant maintenance and safety issues in recent years, particularly in 2025. Most concerning are multiple open emergency violations as of June 2025 regarding missing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, along with an active non-emergency electrical lighting issue.

The building has a documented history of water-related problems, with multiple water leak complaints in March 2025 resulting in violations, and various plumbing and appliance issues. In 2023, the property faced multiple violations in apartment 5W, including problems with the bathtub, plaster surfaces, paint conditions, and roof leaks, as well as violations in apartment 5E regarding missing safety detectors. Historical data shows recurring pest control challenges, with bedbug infestations reported in 2023 and rodent activity consistently documented between 2021 and 2025, though recent inspections from April 2025 show the building passed rodent inspections.

The building has outstanding violations related to safety equipment, including an open violation from 2024 regarding external low pressure inspection requirements and a 2019 violation for failing to file boiler inspection reports. While the property has undergone various inspections and received permits for work in 2018, the persistent pattern of maintenance issues and safety violations suggests ongoing challenges in meeting housing maintenance standards. Recent months have shown some improvements, as many 2025 complaints were resolved with inspections, though several open violations remain based on June 2025 data.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 8
Year built 1910
Total area 7715 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.
44
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
50
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
4
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
2
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl 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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2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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
2025-06-042025-06-04Electric-No LightingEmergencyOPEN
2025-06-042025-06-04Paint/plaster-CeilingNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-06-042025-06-04Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-06-042025-06-04Paint/plaster-CeilingNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-06-042025-06-04Paint/plaster-WallNon EmergencyOPEN
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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
2023-08-29BOpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES CONSISTING OF FLOWER POTS 3RD STORY BALCONY FIRE ESCAPE AT FRONT OF BUILDINGNone
2023-06-05BOpenNone2EHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF BEDBUGS IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2E, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2023-05-31BOpenNone5E§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5E, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2023-05-31BOpenNone5E§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5E, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-03-06 11:20DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2025-03-06 11:20WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2025-03-06 11:20PLUMBINGBATHTUB/SHOWERClosedHPD
2025-03-06 11:20WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2025-03-06 11:20APPLIANCEREFRIGERATORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15596122020-12-06CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2020-12-07No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-12-07)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2019-11-08V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED FOR FAILURE TO FILE ANNUAL BOILER 2017 INSPECTION REPORT
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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
2021-05-130002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-04-09InitialPassed
2024-10-15InitialPassed
2024-04-19InitialPassed
2023-10-06InitialPassed
2023-06-12BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 2198 Fredrick Douglass Bl. 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.

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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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