701 West 179 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 293 recorded HPD violations, above the Washington Heights average of 100.7.
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How 701 West 179 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 1273 buildings in this neighborhood, 51 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 701 West 179 Street report
| Total units | 50 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1920 |
| Gross area | 61,838 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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701 West 179 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/03/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2017.3 Hmc: Trace And Repair The Source And Abate The Visible Mold Condition... Greater Than 1O Square Feet At The East Wall, The North Wall And The Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 27, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Will Be Reinspected |
| 04/03/2026 | 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) Baseboard At North Wall, Baseboard At South Wall, Baseboard At West Wall, South Wall, East Wall, West Wall In The 1St Room From East At South Located At Apt 27, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
| 04/03/2026 | 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) Baseboard At North Wall, North Wall, West Wall In The Foyer Located At Apt 27, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
| 04/03/2026 | 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) Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 27, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
| 04/03/2026 | 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) Baseboard At North Wall, Baseboard At South Wall, Baseboard At East Wall, Baseboard At West Wall, North Wall, South Wall, East Wall In The 2Nd Private Hallway From East Located At Apt 27, 2Nd Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Closed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 | Water Leak – Heavy Flow | Emergency | Open | 27 |
| 03/10/2026 | Paint/Plaster – Wall | Non Emergency | Close | 48 |
| 03/10/2026 | Plumbing – Bathtub/Shower | Non Emergency | Close | 48 |
| 03/10/2026 | Plumbing – Basin/Sink | Emergency | Close | 48 |
| 03/10/2026 | Flooring/Stairs – Floor | Non Emergency | Close | 48 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 | Water Leak | Heavy Flow | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/23/2026 | Unsanitary Animal Pvt Property | Other Animal | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 03/10/2026 | Water Leak | Slow Leak | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/10/2026 | Paint/Plaster | Wall | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/10/2026 | Plumbing | Basin/Sink | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | 1713436 | Closed | 6S | 02/17/2026 |
| 02/09/2024 | 1659943 | Closed | 6S | 04/04/2024 |
| 09/04/2023 | 1647259 | Closed | 6S | 11/17/2023 |
| 05/31/2023 | 1638161 | Closed | 7G | 05/31/2023 |
| 05/02/2023 | 1635840 | Closed | 6S | 06/14/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2023 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 04/04/2025 |
| 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 | 02/24/2025 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2023 | 39099632Y | Active | Class 2: Phone Inoperative Repair & Program To 24 Hr Emergency Operator. Car Button Station Not Tagged With Device Number Provide Nyc Id Tag. Remove Fire Service Button From Inside Cab & Repair Hole In Cab Wall | $625 |
| 09/12/2023 | 35675175P | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building Wall(S) Or Appurtenances. Note: Observed (1) Spalling Masonary From Parapetual At Innerside Of Roof At Several Locations. (2) Defective Metal Cornice At Expo. #4 East Elevation At N | $0 |
| 07/11/2023 | 35674169Y | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building Exterior Walls. Facade, And Appurtenances. Observed Defective Cornice On Exposures 1 And 4 (South And East Elevation) Remedy: Maintain Building Exterior Walls And Facade, Fix Or Rep | $2,500 |
| 05/12/2023 | 35671017L | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Building Wall(S)Or Appurtenances.Note:At The Time Of Inspection Observed(1)Broken Window Glass At 1St Floor Of Center Courtyard And Bulkhead At Roof.(2)Spalling Masonry From Parapet Wall(S) | $2,500 |
| 04/23/2023 | 35593209P | Resolve | Failure To Maintain Exterior Facade.Defect Is:At Accessible Interior Courtyard On 179 St,Bricks Dislodged And Fell From Over 6Th Floor Window Approximately 15'X2' Section.Remaining Brick Is Unsupported And In D | $6,250 |
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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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/05/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/07/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/06/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/07/2021 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 03/30/2026 | Initial | Passed |
| 02/05/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 10/29/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 07/09/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 12/17/2024 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2024 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Sidewalk | Installation Of 300Psf Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The 2022 Code. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 11/22/2024 |
| 07/20/2023 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 006 | Facade Repair, Brick Replacement As Per Plans. There Will Be No Change In The Use, Egress, Or Occupancy Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 07/20/2023 |
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