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280 Ft Washington Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10032

3
DOB Complaints
36
311 Housing Calls
56
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

92
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 92% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 280 Ft Washington Avenue

The 6-story, 37-unit residential building at 280 Fort Washington Avenue in Washington Heights, owned by Mark Scharfman, has experienced several significant maintenance issues over recent years. Most notably, there has been an ongoing rodent infestation problem, with multiple inspections between 2023 and 2025 consistently showing rat activity, including inspections in April 2025 and December 2024.

The building has also faced recurring heating and hot water issues, with multiple emergency complaints in 2024 alone, particularly affecting Apartment 5. Safety concerns have emerged as well, with violations issued in January 2024 regarding missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in Apartment 5, though these were subsequently certified as corrected. Elevator maintenance has been a recurring issue, with violations documented in both 2018 and 2022 regarding equipment problems, though these were resolved.

The building has experienced water-related issues, with several heavy flow water leak complaints filed in 2022-2023, though inspections generally found no violations. While the building's most recent bedbug reporting from 2024-2025 shows no current infestation (with only one reported case in 2022), the property has a history of pest problems, including two units affected in 2019-2020 and one unit in 2021-2022. Recent inspections from 2023-2025 continue to reveal various maintenance challenges, including a recent door issue as of May 2025, though most complaints have been promptly addressed through HPD inspections.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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280 Ft Washington Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 37
Year built 1915
Total area 50412 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.
56
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
36
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
33
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 280 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032
  • 282 Fort Washington Ave, New York, NY 10032
  • 652 West 172nd St, New York, NY 10032

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280 Ft Washington Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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280 Ft Washington Avenue Rent Control Status

Year Built
Built before 1974
Units
More than 6 units
RGB Registration
Not registered
Tax Abatement
Tax abatement found
Year BuiltUnitsRGB RegistrationTax Abatement
Before 1974 >6 units Not registered Found

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Housing Maintenance Code Complaints

This table shows complaints to 311 related to potential NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) for 280 Ft Washington 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
2025-05-112025-05-11Door/window-DoorEmergencyOPEN
2024-09-032024-09-28Unsanitary Condition-Garbage/recycling StorageNon EmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-112024-05-21Plumbing-RadiatorEmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-112024-01-14Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-01-082024-01-11Heat/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 280 Ft Washington 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
2024-09-27CCloseNoneNoneHMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF RODENTS , RATS AT REAR YARD2024-10-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-01-13BCloseNone5§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2024-01-15T00:00:00.000Z
2024-01-13BCloseNone5§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''NORTH''2024-01-15T00:00:00.000Z
2023-12-08CCloseNone5§ 27-2029 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HEAT FOR THE APARTMENT IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2023-12-11T00:00:00.000Z
2023-12-08BCloseNone5§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2024-01-12T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 280 Ft Washington Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-11 22:14DOOR/WINDOWDOORClosedHPD
2024-09-03 12:08RodentSigns of RodentsClosedDOHMH
2024-09-03 12:06UNSANITARY CONDITIONGARBAGE/RECYCLING STORAGEClosedHPD
2024-01-11 08:13PLUMBINGRADIATORClosedHPD
2024-01-11 08:12HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 280 Ft Washington Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16173922022-09-02CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2022-10-05Oath Violation Served (2022-10-06)
14977782018-12-21CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2019-02-10No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2019-02-11)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 280 Ft Washington Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 280 Ft Washington 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
2024-12-160002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-010002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-191102021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-070002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-01-132202019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 280 Ft Washington Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-07-29CompliancePassed
2025-04-10ComplianceRat Activity
2025-02-26InitialRat Activity
2024-12-10ComplianceRat Activity
2024-09-12InitialRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 280 Ft Washington 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 280 Ft Washington 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 280 Ft Washington Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-10-0539071486K280 FORT WASHINGTON AVENUWEDGED HEAD MACHINE TRACTION SHEAVE SIDE BEARING NEED TO BE LUBRICATED GRINDING NOISI. IN CAB FLOOR TILES NOT SECURED TRIPPING HAZARD. OIL LEAK MACHINE OIL RUNNING ON THE FLOOR TRIPPING HAZARD. SEAL OIL LEAK MARESOLVE1250.00.0
2018-03-1538262148N280 FORT WASHINGTON AVE C37H10,42G11,61G11. (37H)GREASE OR REPLACE SLEEVE BEARINGS. (42G)REPLACE IMPROPER FUSES. (61G)REPLACE FUSES. (100-60AMPS) NEVER USE HIGHER AMPERAGE FUSE,A FUSE DIFFERENT TYPE OR BRIGE A FUSE OSHA29CFR 1910.30.RESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 280 Ft Washington 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 280 Ft Washington 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 280 Ft Washington 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 280 Ft Washington 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 280 Ft Washington Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 280 Ft Washington 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 280 Ft Washington Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 280 Ft Washington Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 280 Ft Washington 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.

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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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