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556 West 156th Street, Manhattan, NY 10032

3
DOB Complaints
38
311 Housing Calls
23
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 556 West 156th Street

556 West 156th Street is a 6-story, 30-unit New Law Tenement building located in Washington Heights, built in 1911 and currently owned by Shmuel Bentov. The building has experienced ongoing plumbing and heating issues, particularly evident in late 2024 when multiple complaints about plumbing water supply problems were reported, along with an open bathtub/shower plumbing complaint as of December 2024. These recent complaints follow a pattern of similar issues in late 2024, showing a persistent problem with water infrastructure.

The building has also accumulated several active violations, including a failure to file multiple years' worth of external low-pressure inspections (2020-2023) and an active ECB violation from 2024 related to facade safety. In 2022, serious concerns were raised about unauthorized alterations, including the discovery of an illegal apartment in the cellar with unpermitted gas and plumbing installations, resulting in multiple ECB violations with penalties totaling $7,812.50. The building's maintenance history shows recurring issues with basic services, including heat and hot water outages reported in November 2024.

Previous violations from 2020 indicated various maintenance problems in apartment 21, including defective bathroom fixtures and heating issues. While the building has undergone regular rodent inspections, recent inspections in 2023-2024 passed, showing improved pest control. The property has maintained a mostly clean record regarding bedbugs, with reports from 2021-2025 showing minimal infestations, though one incident in 2021 involved two affected units. The building's management has faced challenges in timely addressing violations and maintaining building systems, as evidenced by multiple open and active violations with the Department of Buildings and Environmental Control Board.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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556 West 156th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 30
Year built 1911
Total area 21720 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

3
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
23
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
38
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
12
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
6
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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556 West 156th Street 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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Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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556 West 156th Street 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 556 West 156th 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
2024-12-022024-12-02Plumbing-Bathtub/showerEmergencyOPEN
2024-11-182024-11-21Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-182024-11-21Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-182024-11-21Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-182024-11-21Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 556 West 156th 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
2023-03-16ACloseNoneNone(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
2022-02-16ACloseNoneNone(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
2021-04-02ACloseNoneNone(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.2021-04-02T00:00:00.000Z
2020-01-16CCloseNone21§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 21, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2020-01-22T00:00:00.000Z
2020-01-16ACloseNone21§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS SINK AT WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 21, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2020-01-22T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 556 West 156th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-02 18:00PLUMBINGBATHTUB/SHOWEROpenHPD
2024-11-18 22:27HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-11-18 19:19HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-11-18 18:19PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
2024-11-18 18:12PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 556 West 156th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15933072022-02-18CLOSEDIllegal Conversion2022-02-18Partial Vacate Order Served (2022-02-18)
15932892022-02-18CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2022-02-18Oath Violation Served (2022-02-22)
15929682022-02-14CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2022-02-18Please See Complaint Number (2022-02-28)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 556 West 156th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2020 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-04-25V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2022 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2022-05-11V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONECB DOWNGRADED TO CLASS 2 OR 32023-06-09
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 556 West 156th 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 556 West 156th 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
2025-05-010002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-200002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-03-170002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-02-170002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-012202019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 556 West 156th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-09-26InitialPassed
2023-12-28InitialPassed
2022-08-29BAITBait applied
2022-08-17ComplianceRat Activity
2022-06-24InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

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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 556 West 156th 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 556 West 156th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-01-1637026241R556 WEST 156TH STREET NYCFAILURE TO FILE ACCEPTABLE AMENDED CYCLE 9A REPORT INDICATING CORRECTION OF UNSAFE CONDITIONS DESCRIBED IN INITIAL FACADES REPORT REQUIRED BY 28-302.5 FOR CONTROL#907079.REM:FILE ACCEPTABLE REPORT.ACTIVE1250.01250.0
2022-02-1839056431HWATSONS PLUMBING AND HEATI OBSERVED THAT LOCAL LAW 152 INSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED AND GPS 1 FORM (GAS PIPING SYSTEM PERIODIC INSPECTION REPORT WAS FILED BY WATSON PLUMBING AND HEATING LMP NUMBER 2365 AND FAILED TO MENTION THAT THERE WASRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-02-1839056427P556 WEST 156TH STREET NYCI OBSERVED IN CELLAR OF BUILDING AND ILLEGAL APARTMENT WITH FULL KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND GAS STOVE AND NO PERMITS ON FILE FOR ANY WORK PERFORMED AT TIME OF INSPECTION; THEREFORE NO INSPECTIONS AND OR TESTING WASACTIVE1250.01250.0
2022-02-1839056428R556 WEST 156TH STREET NYCI OBSERVED IN CELLAR OF BUILDING AND ILLEGAL APARTMENT WITH FULL KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND GAS STOVE AND NO PERMITS ON FILE FOR ANY WORK PERFORMED AT TIME OF INSPECTION; THEREFORE NO GAS CERTIFICATIONS AND OR AUTHOACTIVE2500.02500.0
2022-02-1839056429Z556 WEST 156TH STREET NYCI OBSERVED IN CELLAR OF BUILDING AND ILLEGAL APARTMENT WITH FULL KITCHEN, BATHROOM AND GAS STOVE AND NO PERMITS ON FILE FOR ANY WORK PERFORMED AT TIME OF INSPECTION, OBTAIN PERMITRESOLVE2500.02500.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 556 West 156th 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 556 West 156th 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 556 West 156th 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)
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 556 West 156th 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 556 West 156th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 556 West 156th 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 556 West 156th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 556 West 156th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 556 West 156th 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.

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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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