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620 West 170th Street, Manhattan, NY 10032

4
DOB Complaints
3
311 Housing Calls
2
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

97
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 97% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 620 West 170th Street

620 West 170th Street is a 6-story, 65-unit New Law Tenement building in Washington Heights, constructed in 1920 and currently owned by Kenrick Ou. The building has experienced recurring heating and hot water issues, with two emergency complaints filed in December 2024, though HPD inspections confirmed inadequate conditions that warranted violations. The building's rodent management history shows a significant period of rat activity between late 2022 through early 2023, with bait application in September-October 2022 followed by multiple "Passed" inspections in 2023-2025, indicating recent improvements in pest management.

The Department of Buildings (DOB) records from 2019 reveal serious safety concerns related to unauthorized gas dryer installations in the cellar, which resulted in multiple violations and penalties totaling $7,250, though these were eventually resolved. Recent building management has shown better compliance with pest control and safety inspections, with no bedbug infestations reported since 2020 and passing rodent inspections in 2023-2025. The building's facade safety reporting (FISP) violation from 2023 was dismissed, and while there have been several housing maintenance code violations over the years, including a 2024 citation for access issues to heating systems, recent activity suggests improved response and resolution times.

The building's maintenance history shows regular 311 complaints primarily related to heating and hot water systems, with the most recent being in December 2024. Previous infrastructure concerns included a 2021 indoor air quality issue regarding chemical odors, and various complaints between 2019-2022 regarding plumbing work, gas systems, and building safety. The property has maintained an active bedbug reporting record, consistently showing zero infested units since 2020. While the building has experienced multiple violations over the years, recent records indicate improved compliance with building codes and quicker resolution of tenant complaints.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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620 West 170th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 65
Year built 1920
Total area 61848 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

4
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
2
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
3
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
4
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.

Included Addresses

  • 614 West 170th St, New York, NY 10032
  • 616 West 170th St, New York, NY 10032
  • 618 West 170th St, New York, NY 10032

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620 West 170th 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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620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th 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
2024-12-092024-12-13Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-12-102024-12-13Heat/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 620 West 170th 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
2024-12-12CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM LOCKED DOOR AT BOILER ROOM2024-12-23T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-12CCloseNone3K§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3K, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-12-24T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 620 West 170th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2024-12-10 15:16HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-12-09 16:26HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2021-04-24 20:10Indoor Air QualityChemical Vapors/Gases/OdorsClosedDOHMH
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 620 West 170th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15923862022-02-07CLOSEDWork Without a Permit – Occupied Multiple Dwelling2022-02-07No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-02-07)
15429792020-05-12CLOSEDGas Utility Referral2020-06-02Inspector Unable To Gain Access – 2nd Final Attempt (2020-06-03)
15071352019-04-12CLOSEDPlumbing Work – Illegal/No Permit (also Sprinkler/Standpipe)2019-04-12Oath Violation Served (2019-04-15)
15071362019-04-12CLOSEDSprinkler System – Inadequate2019-04-12Oath Violation Served (2019-04-15)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 620 West 170th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-02-22V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILED TO FILE FISP CYCLE 9B TECHNICAL REPORT BY 2/21/2023CIANOW CRM Violation Dismissed2024-10-10
2019-07-09V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATIONRBG PAID INVOICE 621632032020-02-05
2019-07-09V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION999999 PD INV#621632002020-02-13
2019-07-09V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION999999 PD INV#621632012020-02-13
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th 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
2024-12-240002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-290002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-270002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-290002020-11-012021-10-31
2020-12-310002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 620 West 170th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-02-28InitialPassed
2024-07-30InitialPassed
2023-07-31InitialPassed
2023-01-04ComplianceRat Activity
2022-11-25InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-04-1137027818RROYAL CHARTER PROPERTIES,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 #907164. REMEDY: SUBMIT ACCEPTABLE REQURESOLVE1280.01280.0
2019-04-1239002098JROYAL CHARTER PROPERTIESMULTIPLE GAS FIRED COMMERCIAL DRYERS INSTALLED IN CELLAR WITHOUT A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER COVERAGE, PROVIDE A SYSTEM OF AUTOMATIC SPRINKLERS WHERE REQUIREDRESOLVE2500.0-203.0
2019-04-1239002104RROYAL CHARTER PROPERTIESNEW GAS PIPING AND WATER PIPING ASSOCIATED WITH GAS FIRED CLOTHES DRYERS AND WASHING MACHINES INSTALLED IN CELLAR WITHOUT TEST BEING PERFORMED, PERFORM TESTRESOLVE2500.00.0
2019-04-1239002102NROYAL CHARTER PROPERTIESMULTIPLE GAS FIRED CLOTHES DRYERS WITH ASSOCIATED GAS PIPING INSTALLED IN CELLAR. MULTIPLE WASHING MACHINES WITH ASSOCIATED WATER SUPPLY AND WASTE LINES INSTALLED IN CELLAR. UTILITY COMPANY CALLED TO SHUT GAS FRESOLVE1250.0-325.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 620 West 170th 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 620 West 170th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 620 West 170th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 620 West 170th 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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