2459 Fredrick Douglass Bl
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 55 recorded HPD violations, above the Harlem average of 48.5.
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How 2459 Fredrick Douglass Bl's risk score is calculated
We trained a model on 7 years of city inspection data — HPD violation filings, tenant complaints, and owner track records across their entire portfolio. It estimates the probability that HPD inspectors will find serious or dangerous violations at this address in the next 12 months. Lower % = safer.
What the score means for you
Out of 2807 buildings in this neighborhood, 1291 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 2459 Fredrick Douglass Bl report
| Total units | 8 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 5 |
| Year built | 1900 |
| Gross area | 8,020 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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2459 Fredrick Douglass Bl event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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What this is
Housing code violations issued by HPD against property conditions. Non-compliance with NYC's Housing Maintenance Code can result in violations and fines.
| Inspection Date | Class | Category | Description | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/15/2022 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 03/15/2023 | A | Original | (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. | Violation Dismissed |
| 03/17/2022 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Fire Retardant Material At West Wall At Public Hall, 4Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 03/17/2022 | B | Original | § 27-2005, 2007 Adm Code Remove All Encumbrances Consisting Of Air Conditioner And Household Items At Public Hall, 4Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 03/17/2022 | A | Original | § 27-2013 Adm Code Paint With Light Colored Paint To The Satisfaction Of This Department At West Wall At Public Hall, 4Th Story | Nov Sent Out |
What this is
Complaints filed with HPD about conditions violating the NYC Housing Maintenance Code or NY State Multiple Dwelling Law.
| Received | Category | Type | Status | Apartment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 03/07/2024 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 10/28/2022 | Door/Window – Window Frame | Emergency | Close | 4 |
| 02/04/2023 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 4 |
| 12/10/2022 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
What this is
Service requests logged daily with the city through 311 and tracked to resolution. These are complaints that can be directed to specific city agencies.
| Created Date | Problem | Problem Detail | Agency Name | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/22/2025 | Mobile Food Vendor | Food Worker Activity | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 08/22/2025 | Food Poisoning | 1 Or 2 | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 04/08/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 05/16/2024 | Indoor Air Quality | Chemical Vapors/Gases/Odors | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 03/07/2024 | Unsanitary Condition | Garbage/Recycling Storage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
What this is
All complaints received by the Department of Buildings, including those from 311 and complaints entered directly by DOB staff.
| Filed | Number | Status | Category | Disposition |
|---|
What this is
Civil penalties and violation notices issued by the Department of Buildings for construction and building code violations.
| Issue Date | Category | Type | Description | Disposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 09/23/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/30/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Low Pressure Inspection | |
| 06/20/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 External Low Pressure Inspection |
What this is
Summonses and penalties adjudicated by OATH (Office of Administrative Trials & Hearings) and the Environmental Control Board. DOB enforcement cases that have been heard and decided.
| Issue Date | Violation # | Status | Description | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2021 | 39036497M | Resolve | Chimney Exhauster In Wrong Location As Per Mc 801.14 Chimney Connector Shall Not Pass Through A Fire Resistant Rated Wall As Mc 801.10.4; Mc-Misc, Comply With Notice Of Violation | $0 |
| 08/10/2020 | 39026665N | Resolve | As Per Sec.27-2033 Failed To Post In Vestibule/Entrance Of Building Where Key To Boiler Room And Or Super Is Located/Shall Be Visible From Outer Door/Correct And Submit Certificate Of Correction | $0 |
| 12/06/2019 | 35432411L | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Manner @The Time Of Inspection, Observed The Venting Equipment On The Roof With Lots Of Vibration, Broken Panel Or Side Walls, Missing Gate Door Or Protective Plan | $312 |
| 12/06/2019 | 35432410J | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building In Code Compliant Amnner. Exhaust Discharge Must Be No Closer Than 10 Feet From Building Opening @The Time Of Inspection, Observed The Flue Stack Missing On Additional Ten (10)Feet | $625 |
| 10/22/2019 | 39011551N | Active | As Per Class 2 B265 Failure To File A Complete Boiler Inspection Report As Per Dob Records | $625 |
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Executed eviction warrants in NYC from 2017-present. Records of completed residential and commercial evictions processed through housing court.
| Executed Date | Docket # | Apartment | Type | Marshal |
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Recorded real estate transactions and property sales. Public records of building transfers and changes in ownership.
| Sale Date | Price | Building Class | Neighborhood | Apartment |
|---|
What this is
Property owner reports of bedbug infestation status required by NYC law. Building owners must file annual reports on bedbug treatment and infestation history.
| Filing Date | Infested Units | Eradicated | Re-infested | Period End |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/11/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/06/2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 03/25/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 02/09/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2020 |
What this is
NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene rodent inspection results. Records of inspections for rat and rodent infestation signs.
| Inspection Date | Type | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 11/07/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 05/07/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 11/15/2024 | Initial | Passed |
| 05/08/2024 | Initial | Passed |
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Construction and demolition permits issued by the Department of Buildings. Required for legal building, construction, and demolition activities in NYC.
| Filing Date | Type | Work | Floor | Description | Status | Issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2026 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | We Wish To Remove Toilets And Lav'S In Both Bathrooms Per Plans On The First Floor. Gas Piping To Be Removed At The Cellar. Gas Meters To Remain. Capping The Lines. New Toilet Fixtures Will Be Installed As Per Plans. No Work In Any Residential Area . | Permit Issued | 04/28/2026 |
| 04/27/2026 | Renewal Permit With Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | We Wish To Demolish Non Load Bearing Interior Partitions As Per Plan & Ceilings In The Commercial Area Of The First Floor And Cellar. Installation Of New Partition Work, New Flooring New Ceilings, As Per Plans. No Work In Any Of The Residential Areas. | Permit Issued | 04/27/2026 |
| 08/05/2020 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Live Load 300 Lbs Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 08/05/2020 |
| 08/05/2020 | Initial Permit | Supported Scaffold | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Temporary Pipe Scaffold As Per Plans. Work Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 08/05/2020 |
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