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138 West 143rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10030

14
DOB Complaints
27
311 Housing Calls
11
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

90
Low Risk

This building shows minimal signs of maintenance issues based on our analysis.

Our AI predicts there is a 90% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 138 West 143rd Street

The 20-unit, 6-story building at 138 West 143rd Street in Harlem, owned by Genevieve Outlaw, has a concerning pattern of maintenance issues, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. Most recently in February 2025, there were heat/hot water complaints involving the entire building, though inspectors were unable to gain access for verification.

Between 2022-2025, there have been at least 10 emergency heat/hot water complaints, with some cases showing temporary restoration of services, but this remains a recurring issue. The building has also faced significant challenges with pest control and sanitation, including rodent activity detected in 2025 and multiple rat sightings documented in 2024. Notable environmental violations were recorded in 2024, including excessive black water ponding in the courtyard and safety concerns with razor wire blocking fire escape exits.

Various building code violations remain open from 2022-2024, including issues with window guards, water leaks, mold, and multiple safety concerns regarding electrical systems and structural integrity. While there have been regular semi-annual homeless shelter inspections showing some compliance issues, it's worth noting that recent bedbug reports from 2022-2024 indicate no infestation cases during those periods. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of recurring issues with heat, pests, and various safety concerns, suggesting ongoing challenges with building systems and maintenance response.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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138 West 143rd Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 20
Year built 1915
Total area 24829 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

14
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
11
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
27
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
29
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
20
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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138 West 143rd Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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138 West 143rd Street Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More 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 138 West 143rd 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
2025-02-192025-02-25Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-092025-02-13Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-082025-01-14Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-112025-01-14Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2023-07-082023-07-14Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 138 West 143rd 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
2024-04-16ACloseNoneNone(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
2023-03-30ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-07-22COpenNone3EHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES LOCATED AT APT 3E, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2022-07-22COpenNone3EHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE LOCATED AT APT 3E, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2022-07-22BOpenNone3E§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN DRAIN PIPE AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3E, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 138 West 143rd Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-02-19 22:29HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2023-07-08 10:42UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2023-07-05 12:25RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2022-11-21 21:10HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2022-11-14 09:15HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 138 West 143rd Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16906982025-03-12CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Construction2025-03-12Oath Violation Served (2025-03-12)
16722582024-07-11CLOSEDDebris/Building – Falling or In Danger of Falling2024-07-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-07-12)
16653482024-04-15CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Construction2024-04-15Oath Violation Served (2024-04-16)
16653502024-04-15CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Electrical2024-04-15No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-04-16)
16653522024-04-15CLOSEDSemi-Annual Homeless Shelter Inspection: Plumbing2024-04-16Oath Violation Served (2024-04-19)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 138 West 143rd Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-06-26V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 908369602024-08-15
2019-03-06V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 907206292022-12-09
2018-10-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 907206272022-12-09
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 138 West 143rd Street. 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 138 West 143rd 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
2024-05-290002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-06-150002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-03-230002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-290002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 138 West 143rd Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-09InitialRat Activity
2025-05-16CompliancePassed
2025-03-13InitialRat Activity
2025-01-23CompliancePassed
2024-10-15BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 138 West 143rd 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 138 West 143rd 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 138 West 143rd Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-04-1539111750Y138-152 WEST 143RD STREETRAZOR WIRE INSTALLED ON PERIMETER FENCE BLOCKING FIRE ESCAPE EXIT TO GROUND LEVEL, THROUGHOUT BUILDING. RAZOR WIRE CAN PREVENT AND OR HURT OCCUPANTS WHILE EXITIING THE BUILDING IN TIME OF EMERGENCY., REPAIR ANDRESOLVE1280.00.0
2024-04-1539111729J138-152 WEST 143RD STREETOBSERVED IN THE COURTYARD EXCESSIVE PONDING OF BLACK WATER. WORKERS ARE FORCED TO WALK ON PALLETS TO AVOID GOING THROUGH THE WATER., REPAIR AND/OR REPLACERESOLVE655.00.0
2024-04-1539111728H138-152 WEST 143RD STREETOBSERVED NEWLY INSTALLED PIPING TO BASEBOARDS HEATERS AND IN BOILER ROOM NO PERMITS ON FILE AT THE TIME OF MY INSPECTION. AS PER 106.2 OF THE MECHANICAL CODE REQUIRED. ANY OWNER OR AUTHORIZED AGENT WHO INTENDSRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-10-0339071291K138-152 WEST 143RD STREETI OBSERVED IN THE BASEMENT GAS METER ROOM EMT CONDUIT INSTALLED FROM THE EXTERIOR SWITCH BOX TO A JUNCTION BOX INSIDE THE GAS METER ROOM WITH NO SUPPORT AS REQUIRED., PROPERLY SECURE/SUPPORT EMT; PROPERLY SUPPOACTIVE1280.00.0
2022-10-0339071293Y138-152 WEST 143RD STREETI OBSERVED THE CONSTRUCTION OF A ROOM AT THE BASEMENT LEVEL WITH CONDUITS, JUNCTION BOXES, WIRING AND DEVICES INSTALLED. NO PERMIT ON FILE IN DOB RECORDS COVERS THIS WORK., OBTAIN PERMIT; OBTAIN ELECTRICAL PERMACTIVE830.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 138 West 143rd 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 138 West 143rd 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 138 West 143rd 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)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 138 West 143rd Street. 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 138 West 143rd Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 138 West 143rd 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 138 West 143rd Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 138 West 143rd Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 138 West 143rd 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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