78 Thayer Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 257 recorded HPD violations, above the Inwood average of 120.6.
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How 78 Thayer Street'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 428 buildings in this neighborhood, 227 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 78 Thayer Street report
| Total units | 63 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1928 |
| Gross area | 47,825 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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78 Thayer Street event timeline
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2026 | C | Original | § 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 In The Entrance Located At Apt 2K, 2Nd Story, 2Nd Apartment From South At West | Violation Closed |
| 10/26/2022 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color Ceiling And All Walls In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 5H, 5Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From East At South , Section At East | First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation |
| 11/15/2023 | C | Original | § 27-2056.6 Adm Code - Correct The Lead-Based Paint Hazard - Paint That Tested Positive For Lead Content And That Is Peeling Or On A Deteriorated Subsurface - Using Work Practices Set Forth In 28 Rcny §11-06(B)(2) 1St Door Frame From West At North Wall In The Bathroom Located At Apt 3F, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation |
| 11/15/2023 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 3F, 3Rd Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation |
| 10/26/2022 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Repair The Broken Or Defective Plastered Surfaces And Paint In A Uniform Color Ceiling And All Walls In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1B, 1St Story, 1St Apartment From East At South , Section At West | First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 | Heat/Hot Water – Apartment Only | Emergency | Close | 1B |
| 01/29/2026 | Door/Window – Window Frame | Emergency | Close | 1B |
| 04/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 04/07/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Garbage/Recycling Storage | Non Emergency | Close | 4C |
| 04/23/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Pests | Non Emergency | Close | 2K |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Garbage/Recycling Storage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/23/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Pests | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 04/07/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Garbage/Recycling Storage | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 01/29/2026 | Door/Window | Window Frame | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 01/29/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/15/2025 | 1704532 | Closed | 1X | 09/16/2025 |
| 09/12/2025 | 1704393 | Closed | 30 | 10/22/2025 |
| 01/08/2025 | 1685966 | Closed | 6X | 01/14/2025 |
| 07/18/2024 | 1672946 | Closed | 6V | 07/29/2024 |
| 07/17/2024 | 1672807 | Closed | 12 | 07/18/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 09/20/2024 |
| 10/04/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 11/11/2024 |
| 05/03/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 06/12/2023 |
| 03/16/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 04/27/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2025 | 39160322Z | Resolve | At Time Of Inspection Observed At Apartment 1B Living Room Section Of Ceiling 2'X3' Has Collapse And Remaining Ceiling At This Area In Danger To Future Collapse . Vacate Apartment 1B Living Room ( First Room At | $2,500 |
| 07/29/2024 | 39120132L | Resolve | Unlawful Acts: Failure To Comply With The Commissioners Order Contained In Summons/Violation# 39104913Y, Issued On 07/12/2022 And To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28-201.1 And 1Rcny 102-01., Comp | $0 |
| 12/29/2023 | 39102423M | Resolve | Unlawful Acts: Failure To Comply With The Commissioners Order Contained In Summons/Violation# 39072798Y Issued On 10/26/22 And To File A Certificate Of Correction Pursuant To 28-201.1 And 1Rcny 102-01. (Unsafe/ | $2,500 |
| 05/08/2023 | 35646886Z | Resolve | Work Without A Permit.Observed At Basement Of 76-78 Thayer Street And Exposure 3(Rearyard)Work Without A Permit.An Excavation In The Basement To Expose Waste Line And Change The Sewer Pipes With No Permit On Fi | $1,250 |
| 10/26/2022 | 39072798Y | Resolve | I Observed In Apt 5I The Use Of Flexible Cords As Permanent Wiring This Wiring Is Run Throughout The Apartment To Supply Wiring For Appliances, Lighting And General Convenience Outlets And Also Improperly Splic | $1,600 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2025 | $540,000 | C6 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 05/05/2025 | $330,000 | C6 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 04/10/2025 | $340,000 | C6 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 04/08/2025 | $330,000 | C6 | Washington Heights Upper | |
| 04/18/2024 | $0 | C6 | Washington Heights Upper |
What this is
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/08/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/04/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 03/18/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/05/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/28/2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Treatments | Bait Applied |
| 09/09/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 07/10/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 03/28/2025 | Initial | Passed |
| 10/17/2024 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/22/2023 | No Work Permit | Plumbing | Basement/Sub-basement | This Application Is Filed To Address The Violation # 35646886Z;39072799X | Permit Issued | 09/22/2023 |
| 08/11/2023 | Renewal Permit With Changes | Plumbing | Basement/Sub-basement, Floor Number(s) 1 through 6 | Plumbing Application Is Filed In Conjunction With Alteration Type 2 123892369 & To Remove Violations 35409918P | Signed-Off | 08/11/2023 |
| 08/08/2023 | No Work Permit | General Construction | Open Space | This Application Is Filed To Address The Violation # 35646886Z; Add 3 Rows Of Cmu Fence 24 Height On Existing Foundation Wall. | Signed-Off | 08/08/2023 |
| 02/25/2022 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Basement/Sub-basement, Floor Number(s) 1 through 6 | Plumbing Application Is Filed In Conjunction With Alteration Type 2 123892369 & To Remove Violations 35409918P | Signed-Off | 02/25/2022 |
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