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1640 Amsterdam Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10031

2
DOB Complaints
26
311 Housing Calls
10
Housing Violations
1
Permits

Risk Assessment

94
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 94% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1640 Amsterdam Avenue

1640 Amsterdam Avenue is a 5-story, 29-unit residential building constructed in 1920, currently owned by Scott Jaffee. The property has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, with eight documented complaints between 2021-2024, including a recent building-wide heat/hot water complaint in December 2024 that HPD couldn't investigate due to access issues, and an apartment-specific complaint in April 2024 where heat and hot water were reportedly restored before inspection. The building has undergone regular rodent inspections, with the most recent passing results in 2025, though there were failures noted in August 2024 and October 2023.

Bedbug activity has varied, with the most recent 2024 report showing two infested units, though both were reportedly eradicated. Significant maintenance and safety history includes various violations and repairs, particularly affecting the 5C unit in 2019-2020, which required attention to smoke detectors, plaster surfaces, bathroom features, and a leaky roof. There was also a violation in 2020 regarding an obstructed fire escape caused by an air conditioner.

The building had historical bedbug infestations reported in 2019 (4 units) and 2018 (2 units), but subsequent years generally showed no infestations. Two energy benchmarking violations were issued and resolved in 2020. Recent work includes permit issuance in 2023 for unspecified emergency work, with no violations recorded on the current complaint history. The property has maintained basic compliance with regular inspections, though there have been multiple instances of HPD needing to close complaints due to lack of access for inspections.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1640 Amsterdam Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Hamilton Heights.

Building Characteristics

Total units 29
Year built 1920
Total area 29350 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.
10
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
26
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
3
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
3
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
1
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1640 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10031
  • 1642 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10031
  • 501 West 141st St, New York, NY 10031

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1640 Amsterdam Avenue 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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1640 Amsterdam Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Registered
Tax Abatement
None found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units 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 1640 Amsterdam 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
2024-12-192024-12-22Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-04-062024-04-08Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2021-12-222022-12-27Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2022-02-152022-02-17Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2022-01-232022-01-29Heat/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 1640 Amsterdam 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
2023-03-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-02-15ACloseNoneNone(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
2021-04-01ACloseNoneNone(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
2020-09-03BCloseNone5B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 5B, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2020-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
2020-09-03BCloseNone5B§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 5B, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2020-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1640 Amsterdam Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-19 19:12HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-08-17 15:29Unsanitary Pigeon ConditionPigeon WasteClosedDOHMH
2024-04-06 20:26HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2022-02-15 09:44HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2022-01-26 12:31HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1640 Amsterdam Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15240202019-10-09CLOSEDIllegal Activity2019-10-09Compliance Inspection Performed (2019-10-12)
15223892019-09-20CLOSEDIllegal Activity2019-09-20No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-09-20)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1640 Amsterdam Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2020-08-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4CONFIRMED SUBMISSION2020-10-19
2020-05-03V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4CONFIRMED SUBMISSION2020-10-19
2018-10-30V*-DOB VIOLATION - ResolvedPPN203 AOC SUB ON 5/7/19 BY:START ELEV. LLC JOHN BLUNNIE, CERT#5640012019-05-17
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1640 Amsterdam 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 1640 Amsterdam 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
2024-12-122202023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-040002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-160002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-010002020-11-012021-10-31
2022-02-170002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1640 Amsterdam Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-04-22InitialPassed
2024-10-26InitialPassed
2024-09-23CompliancePassed
2024-08-19InitialFailed for Other R
2024-04-24InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1640 Amsterdam 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 1640 Amsterdam 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 1640 Amsterdam Avenue. 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 1640 Amsterdam 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 1640 Amsterdam 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 1640 Amsterdam 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)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 1640 Amsterdam 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
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1640 Amsterdam Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1640 Amsterdam 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.

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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 1640 Amsterdam Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1640 Amsterdam Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1640 Amsterdam 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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