1941 Amsterdam Avenue
This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.
This building has 60 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Washington Heights average of 100.8.
The 22-story residential building at 1941 Amsterdam Avenue, Washington Heights, owned by Abm Owner LLC, has experienced several significant maintenance challenges in recent years. The property, constructed in 1966 and containing 210 units, has accumulated numerous housing violations and code violations over the past seven years, totaling 91 housing complaints, 87 311 service requests, and multiple Department of Buildings (DOB) and Environmental Control Board (ECB) violations. Of particular concern are recurring heat and hot water issues; five heat/hot water emergencies were reported between July and September 2026, along with multiple water leak and mold incidents. The building has also faced elevator-related challenges, with multiple elevator device complaints filed between 2024 and 2026, including active ECB violations regarding improper elevator door operation and maintenance issues with counterweight slugs.
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What's in the 1941 Amsterdam Avenue report
Is 1941 Amsterdam Avenue rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
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Is 1941 Amsterdam Avenue covered by Good Cause Eviction?
New York's Good Cause Eviction law (effective April 20, 2024) gives many market-rate tenants the right to renew their lease and challenge rent hikes above the annual local rent standard. It doesn't apply to every building.
Good Cause also excludes condos & co-ops, subsidized/regulated housing, and units renting above 245% of Fair Market Rent — signals we can't always confirm from public data. Not legal advice. Learn more at nyc.gov or call 311 for the Tenant Helpline.
How 1941 Amsterdam Avenue'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 1273 buildings in this neighborhood, 463 have a higher predicted risk. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.
in the next 12 months
What's driving this score
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| Total units | 210 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 22 |
| Year built | 1966 |
| Gross area | 150,236 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
Violations & complaints per year — solid line is historical record, dashed line is AI projection.
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1941 Amsterdam Avenue's landlord & ownership
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Filed Dec 11, 2025, expired Sep 1, 2026 .
The registration on file expired Sep 1, 2026. HPD requires owners of most rental buildings to re-register every year.
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1941 Amsterdam Avenue's mortgage & ownership history
Deeds, mortgages, assignments and satisfactions recorded against this property with the NYC Automated City Register Information System (ACRIS) — the public paper trail behind who owns it and who has lent against it.
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1941 Amsterdam Avenue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2031 Adm Code Provide Hot Water At All Hot Water Fixtures In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 7E, 7Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From South At West | Civ14 Mailed |
| 09/05/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2033 Adm Code Provide Ready Access To Buildings Heating System Door Locked At 1St Story Public Hall At Boiler Room, 1St Story | Nov Certified On Time |
| 09/05/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2026, 2027 Hmc: Properly Repair The Source And Abate The Evidence Of A Water Leak At Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 7E, 7Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From South At West | Nov Sent Out |
| 09/05/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2017.3 Hmc: Trace And Repair The Source And Abate The Visible Mold Condition... Less Than 10 Sqft Observed At Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 7E, 7Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From South At West | Notice Of Issuance Sent To Tenant |
| 07/25/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2033 Adm Code Provide Ready Access To Buildings Heating System Door Locked At Basement At Boiler Room | Nov Certified On Time |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 7E |
| 08/31/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Open | 7E |
| 08/31/2026 | Door/Window – Door Frame | Non Emergency | Open | 7E |
| 08/31/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Open | 7E |
| 08/31/2026 | Water Leak – Heavy Flow | Emergency | Open | 7E |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 08/31/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 08/31/2026 | Door/Window | Door Frame | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 08/31/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 08/31/2026 | Water Leak | Heavy Flow | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2026 | 1733178 | Active | 6M | |
| 03/08/2026 | 1718783 | Closed | 6M | 05/01/2026 |
| 02/24/2026 | 1717821 | Closed | 58 | 04/10/2026 |
| 07/17/2025 | 1700128 | Closed | 6M | 02/11/2026 |
| 03/06/2025 | 1690188 | Closed | 6M | 04/24/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/23/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | 05/13/2026 |
| 09/23/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Lblvio-Low Pressure Boiler Boiler Required | Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection | 05/13/2026 |
| 06/23/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Earcx-Failure To Submit Eer None | Failure To Submit An Eer Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-308.4 - Multiple Years (2023) | 01/21/2026 |
| 06/19/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Fisphaz-Hazardous Condition (Facade) Facade Required | Nycha Cycle 9B Unsafe Report Filed | 08/27/2024 |
| 04/22/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Earcx-Failure To Submit Eer None | Failure To Submit An Eer Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-308.4 - Multiple Years (2022) | 05/12/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/14/2026 | 39184710R | Active | 1) The Video/Text Message Is Not Working (Bc 2022 Chap 30) 2) The Elevator Door At The 8Th Floor Is Not Closing Properly (Dlm Requirements) | $625 |
| 02/11/2026 | 39176876R | Active | Cease Use Item: Provide To Align And Secure Counterweight Slugs In Counterweight Frame. Class 2 Items: Category 1 Test Tag Missing. Brake Maintenance Tag Expired. Provide To Correct Car Shaking When Ascending A | $1,250 |
| 07/08/2024 | 39118557Y | Active | Class 2: Upon Inspection Found Device To Be Out Of Service. This Is Creating A Hazzardous Condition For Residents. Restore To Service Repair Immediately As Per 1Rcny 11-02. When Service Restored Contact Nycdob | $625 |
| 04/11/2024 | 37027810M | Resolve | Failure To Submit An Acceptable Required Cycle 9B Report Of Critical Examination Documenting Condition Of Exterior Wall And Appurtenances Required By 28-302.4 For Control #907074. Remedy: Submit Acceptable Requ | $3,125 |
| 08/26/2023 | 39521037K | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection I Observed Sidewalk Shed. Was Missing Parapet Sign, According To 3301.9.2 It Must Contained The Address Of The Site The Name Of The Owner. Of The Site For More Information Visit Www.Nyc.Go | $1,250 |
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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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2026 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 03/05/2025 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 01/03/2024 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 05/15/2026 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
| 01/13/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 11/10/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 06/05/2025 | Compliance | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2026 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Plumbing Work As Shown On Plans | Permit Issued | 09/10/2026 |
| 05/19/2026 | Initial Permit | Structural | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1 through 22, Roof | Structural Work As Shown On Plans | Signed-Off | 05/19/2026 |
| 02/26/2026 | Renewal Permit With Changes | Plumbing | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1 through 22, Roof | Modification Of Plumbing System As Shown On Plans | Permit Issued | 02/26/2026 |
| 11/07/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Suspended Scaffold | Exterior Facade Inspections With 3 Life-Lines, Install Outrigger Beams And Roof Hoist. Sidewalk Shed Filed Under Application # M00815735-P1 | Signed-Off | 11/07/2025 | |
| 07/31/2025 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Cellar, Floor Number(s) 1 through 1 | Plumbing Work As Shown On Plans | Permit Issued | 07/31/2025 |
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