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686 West 204th Street, Manhattan, NY 10034

14
DOB Complaints
90
311 Housing Calls
33
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

87
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 87% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 686 West 204th Street

The 6-story, 48-unit building at 686 West 204th Street in Inwood, owned by Mark Scharfman, has experienced several significant maintenance issues in recent years, particularly regarding heat and hot water systems. Between November 2024 and May 2025, there were multiple emergency complaints about building-wide heat and hot water failures, with tenants frequently unable to provide access for inspections. The building has also faced persistent rodent issues, with recent inspections in 2025 confirming rat activity despite bait application efforts.

Notable maintenance concerns include a problematic plumbing situation in February 2025, indoor air quality issues (chemical vapors) in March 2025, and ongoing water supply problems. The building's maintenance history reveals systematic issues requiring attention, including three open violations from August 2024 in apartment 6H related to defective plaster surfaces, roof leaks, and peeling paint. Previous inspection findings from late 2023 noted problems with leaky faucets and an uncapped radiator in the same unit.

Between 2022 and 2024, multiple Department of Buildings violations were recorded, including elevator and gas utility concerns, while environmental violations in 2022-2023 cited illegal laundry room installations in the basement with unauthorized gas connections. The property has maintained a consistent record of reporting zero bedbug infestations since 2021, though there have been multiple rodent control efforts demonstrated through bait applications and compliance inspections. While some violations have been resolved and others closed through various inspections, the building continues to exhibit recurring issues that affect resident comfort and safety, particularly regarding basic utilities and pest control.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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686 West 204th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in Inwood.

Building Characteristics

Total units 48
Year built 1925
Total area 45962 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class HEREAFTER ERECTED CLASS A
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Key Building Statistics

14
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
33
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
90
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
2
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
7
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
22
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 34 Cooper St, New York, NY 10034
  • 36 Cooper St, New York, NY 10034
  • 38 Cooper St, New York, NY 10034
  • 684 West 204th St, New York, NY 10034
  • 686 West 204th St, New York, NY 10034
  • 688 West 204th St, New York, NY 10034

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686 West 204th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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686 West 204th 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 686 West 204th 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
2025-04-012025-04-05Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-262025-03-29Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-062025-02-07Plumbing-Water SupplyImmediate EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-142025-01-19Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-142025-01-19Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 686 West 204th 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
2024-08-19BOpenNone6H§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT THE CEILING, NORTH AND WEST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 6H, 6th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-08-19BOpenNone6H§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 6H, 6th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTHNone
2024-08-19ACloseNone6H§ 27-2013 ADM CODE PAINT WITH LIGHT COLORED PAINT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT ALL PEELING PAINT SURFACES IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 6H, 6th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-10-15T00:00:00.000Z
2024-03-27CCloseNoneNone§ 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 COMPACTOR CLOSET, 1st STORY2024-04-03T00:00:00.000Z
2024-03-27CCloseNoneNone§ 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 COMPACTOR CLOSET, 3rd STORY2024-04-03T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 686 West 204th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-09 21:43RodentRat SightingClosedDOHMH
2025-04-01 20:47HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-03-26 19:22HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-03-08 18:40Indoor Air QualityChemical Vapors/Gases/OdorsClosedDOHMH
2025-02-06 10:23PLUMBINGWATER SUPPLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 686 West 204th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
16810552024-11-01CLOSEDConstruction: Contrary/Beyond Approved Plans/Permits2024-11-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-11-27)
16635352024-03-26CLOSEDIllegal Hotel Rooms in Residential Buildings2024-05-14No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-05-14)
16600432024-02-12CLOSEDConstruction: Contrary/Beyond Approved Plans/Permits2024-03-12No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2024-03-12)
16272792023-01-23CLOSEDElevator: Multiple Devices on Property2023-03-13Oath Violation Served (2023-03-13)
16133872022-07-06CLOSEDGas Utility Referral2022-07-06Oath Violation Served (2022-07-08)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 686 West 204th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2023-10-04V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILURE TO CERTIFY CORRECTION ON IMMEDIATELY HAZARDOUS (CLASS 1) ECB VIOLATION000810 PAID INVOICE 907949582023-11-06
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 686 West 204th 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 686 West 204th 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
2024-12-120002023-11-012024-10-31
2023-12-010002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-120002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-080002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-07-220002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 686 West 204th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-01ComplianceRat Activity
2025-01-24BAITBait applied
2024-11-23ComplianceRat Activity
2024-08-30InitialRat Activity
2023-11-16BAITBait applied
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 686 West 204th Street. The information includes the open date, case type, status, judgement, penalty and whether harassment was found. The data is sourced from HPD.

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Open DateCase TypeStatusJudgementPenaltyHarassment found
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OATH Cases Explanation

The table below shows the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings cases for 686 West 204th 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 686 West 204th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-03-1339081284L686 W 204TH STREETCLASS 2: PHONE INOPERATIVE REPAIR & PROGRAM TO 24 HR EMERGENCY OPERATOR. CAR BUTTON STATION NOT TAGGED WITH DEVICE NUMBER. TAG WITH CORRECT NYC ID TAGS. BUTTONS STICKING ON CAR BUTTON STATION. REPAIR/REPLAC WHERESOLVE625.00.0
2022-07-0639065270K686 W 204TH STREETI OBSERVED IN BASEMENT AREA AN ILLEGAL LAUNDRY ROOM WITH SEVERAL COMMERCIAL GAS DRYERS WITH NEWLY INSTALLED GAS PIPING, FITTINGS AND VALVES AND NO PERMITS ON FILE... WORK WAS 100% PERFORMED AT TIME OF INSPECTIORESOLVE2500.00.0
2022-07-0639065272Y686 W 204TH STREETI OBSERVED IN BASEMENT AREA AN ILLEGAL LAUNDRY ROOM WITH SEVERAL COMMERCIAL GAS DRYERS WITH NEWLY INSTALLED GAS PIPING, FITTINGS AND VALVES AND NO PERMITS ON FILE; THEREFORE NO PROPER TESTING WAS PERFORMED ON GRESOLVE2500.00.0
2022-07-0639065271M686 W 204TH STREETI OBSERVED IN BASEMENT AREA AN ILLEGAL LAUNDRY ROOM WITH SEVERAL COMMERCIAL GAS DRYERS AND WASHERS WITH ALL NECESSARY WATER, GAS AND FLU PIPING AND AS PER C OF O NO LAUNDRY ROOM SHALL BE INSTALLED IN CELLAR/BASRESOLVE0.00.0
2022-07-0639065280Y686 W 204TH STREETI OBSERVED IN ILLEGAL LAUNDRY ROOM SEVERAL COMMERCIAL GAS DRYERS INSTALLED, WHICH INCLUDED A LINE OF SPRINKLER HEAD TAPPED OFF DOMESTIC WATER LINE WITH NEW OS AND Y VALVE, WATER PIPING, SPRINKLER GAUGE AND SPRIRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 686 West 204th 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)
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 686 West 204th 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 686 West 204th 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 686 West 204th 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 686 West 204th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 686 West 204th 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 686 West 204th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 686 West 204th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 686 West 204th 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.

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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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