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1551 St Nicholas Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10040

4
DOB Complaints
102
311 Housing Calls
158
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

39
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 39% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1551 St Nicholas Avenue

The 5-story, 38-unit New Law Tenement at 1551 St. Nicholas Avenue in Washington Heights, owned by Roy Duani, has experienced a range of maintenance and regulatory issues over recent years. Most notably, there are currently two open emergency door-related complaints as of June 2025, and the building has been facing recurring door and security-related violations, including unresolved issues with building entrance door locks and self-closing mechanisms. The property has also experienced significant infrastructure challenges, including multiple heating/hot water complaints (one affecting the entire building in December 2024), plumbing issues, and various interior maintenance problems such as flooring concerns and cabinet issues, with violations documented in 2025.

The building's management has active violations related to energy efficiency compliance, including failure to file required boiler inspection reports and benchmarking data as per NYC Administrative Code requirements from 2023-2024. There has been some history of rodent issues, with multiple inspections showing rat activity between 2021-2023, though the most recent rodent inspections in 2024 and 2025 passed. Bedbug infestations were recorded in 2021-2022, but subsequent reports from 2023-2025 show no current infestations. The property has experienced occasional water-related issues, including slow leaks and mold problems in 2025, and historical complaints about water temperature in 2024.

Violations related to door security and building code compliance have been a recurring theme, with multiple inspections and violations spanning several years. The building appears to have undergone various inspections and received multiple violation notices between 2023 and 2025, including significant issues with door security, heating systems, and energy compliance. Recent 311 complaints and Housing Maintenance Code violations suggest ongoing maintenance challenges, particularly regarding building security and infrastructure systems. While some issues have been resolved through inspections and repairs, several current violations remain open as of mid-2025, indicating continuing maintenance and compliance challenges for the property.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1551 St Nicholas Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 38
Year built 1920
Total area 37960 sq ft
Floors 5
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.
158
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
102
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
7
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
3
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
6
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
20
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 1551 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 1553 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 1555 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 1557 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10040
  • 600 West 188th St, New York, NY 10040

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1551 St Nicholas 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

NYC housing court and civil court records. Name matching only; verify parties are actually the owners by reviewing the case files!

Date FiledCase TitleCourtLink
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1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas 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
2025-06-012025-06-01Door/window-DoorEmergencyOPEN
2025-05-202025-05-20Door/window-DoorEmergencyOPEN
2025-04-102025-05-11Unsanitary Condition-MoldEmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-102025-05-11Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-04-102025-05-11Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 1551 St Nicholas 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
2024-12-04COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-12-04CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOCK AND ASSEMBLY AT DOOR AT BUILDING ENTRANCE. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY2024-12-18T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-06BCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR LATCH SET , 1st STORY2024-10-28T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-06COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR , 1st STORYNone
2024-04-18BCloseNone2C§ 27-2045 ADM CODE REPAIR OR REPLACE THE SMOKE DETECTOR MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2C, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-06-10T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1551 St Nicholas Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-01 19:49DOOR/WINDOWDOOROpenHPD
2025-05-20 20:46DOOR/WINDOWDOOROpenHPD
2025-04-10 13:00WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2025-04-10 13:00UNSANITARY CONDITIONMOLDClosedHPD
2025-04-10 13:00FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1551 St Nicholas Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16599772024-02-10CLOSEDConstruction: Contrary/Beyond Approved Plans/Permits2024-02-27Oath Violation Served (2024-02-27)
16295292023-02-19CLOSEDEgress: - Locked/Blocked/Improper/No Secondary Means2023-02-21No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2023-02-21)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1551 St Nicholas Avenue.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-12-01V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO DISPLAY ENERGY EFFICIENCY SCORE AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY GRADE AS PER ADCODE SEC. 28-309.12.3
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2024-08-02V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4
2024-05-02V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4
2024-02-22V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEFAILURE TO FILE BENCHMARKING REPORT OF ENERGY USE AS PER AD. CODE SEC. 28-309.4
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas 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
2024-12-130002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-12-110002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-11-270002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-12-011102021-11-012022-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1551 St Nicholas Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-04-02InitialPassed
2024-12-02CompliancePassed
2024-09-24InitialFailed for Other R
2023-10-27ComplianceRat Activity
2023-05-24ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2024-12-1637032100Y1551 ST. NICHOLAS LLCFAILURE TO FILE REQUIRED ANNUAL BOILER INSPECTION REPORTS FOR LOW-PRESSURE BOILER 10000014206Y0001 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RULES OF THE DEPARTMENT. 1RCNY 103-01(D)(1) REQUIRES THAT AN ANNUAL INSPECTION REPORT FOACTIVE655.0655.0
2024-02-2739107013M1551 ST NICHOLAS LLCWORK WITHOUT A PERMIT. WOOD STRUCTURE FULLY ATTACHED TO FACADE OF BUILDING AT SIDEWALK ELEVATION OF EXP #1 MEASURING APPROX 20' LENGTH X 10' WIDTH X 8.5' HEIGHT AND ASSOCIATED WITH 1ST FLOOR EATING AT DRINKINGACTIVE1250.00.0
2018-04-0332096076Y1551 ST NICHOLAS LLC NEWB254,6A,15,50,50A,50B. 50-DOOR ON BOILER NOT SEALED PROPERLY-REPLACE GASKETS; 50A-BODY DRAIN ON RELIEF HAVE NOT PIPED DOWN. PIPE DOWN DISCHARGE; 50B-STARTS ROUGH SEVICE BURNER.ACTIVE3125.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1551 St Nicholas Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1551 St Nicholas 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 1551 St Nicholas Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1551 St Nicholas Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1551 St Nicholas 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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