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20 Seaman Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10034

5
DOB Complaints
63
311 Housing Calls
30
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

58
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 58% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 20 Seaman Avenue

20 Seaman Avenue is a six-story, 65-unit residential building constructed in 1926 and currently owned by Barry Rudofsky. The property has experienced recurring heat and hot water issues throughout early 2025, with multiple emergency complaints being filed and some violations issued.

Current open complaints as of May 2025 include issues with a refrigerator, water leak, radiator, and unsanitary conditions related to pests. The building has a history of safety concerns, evidenced by three open violations from September 2024 regarding self-closing doors and fire safety, though previous violations from 2022 related to mold and pest infestation in apartment 6J were resolved. The building's maintenance history shows a pattern of heating system problems, particularly during winter 2025, when multiple complaints were logged about inadequate heat and hot water.

Although there have been several elevator complaints in recent years, inspections did not warrant any violations. Notably, rodent inspections have generally shown compliance, though one inspection in 2022 indicated rat activity. The building has maintained a bedbug-free status since 2019, with no reported infestations or cases in the past five years.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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20 Seaman Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 65
Year built 1926
Total area 50754 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

5
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
30
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
63
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
0
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
1
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 14 Seaman Ave, New York, NY 10034
  • 16 Seaman Ave, New York, NY 10034
  • 18 Seaman Ave, New York, NY 10034

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20 Seaman Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman 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
2025-05-232025-05-23Appliance-RefrigeratorNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-05-232025-05-23Water Leak-Damp SpotNon EmergencyOPEN
2025-03-242025-03-31Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-03-222025-03-25Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2025-02-222025-02-25Heat/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 20 Seaman 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
2024-09-04CCloseNoneNone§ 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 FIRE DOOR TO WEST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY2024-09-13T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-04CCloseNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT FIRE DOOR TO EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY2024-09-13T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-04COpenNoneNone§ 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR2024-09-13T00:00:00.000Z
2022-11-05BOpenNone6J§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... AT WEST WALL APPROX. 5 SQ. IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6J, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST ORIGINAL VIOLATION 15465021 ISSUED 05-NOV-22 HAS BEEN UPGRADED TO CLASS B PER ADMINISTRATIVE CODE §27-2017.3a(3)(a) or (b).2023-05-12T00:00:00.000Z
2022-11-05ACloseNone6J§ 27-2017.3 HMC: TRACE AND REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE VISIBLE MOLD CONDITION... AT WEST WALL APPROX. 5 SQ. IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6J, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WESTNone
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 20 Seaman Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-23 13:48WATER LEAKDAMP SPOTOpenHPD
2025-05-23 13:48APPLIANCEREFRIGERATOROpenHPD
2025-03-24 18:50HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2025-03-22 09:41HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2025-02-22 09:28HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 20 Seaman Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
15904782022-01-08CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2022-02-27No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-02-28)
15610542020-12-27CLOSEDElevator: Single Device on Property/No Alternate Service2021-02-03No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2021-02-03)
15555332020-10-14CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2020-10-18No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-10-19)
15555352020-10-14CLOSEDAfter Hours Work – Illegal2020-10-28Please See Complaint Number (2020-10-28)
15411842020-04-16CLOSEDCOVID-19 Executive Order2020-04-16No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-04-16)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 20 Seaman Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman 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
2023-12-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-280002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-160002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-12-130002020-11-012021-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 20 Seaman Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-10-22InitialPassed
2023-12-26InitialPassed
2022-07-14CompliancePassed
2022-06-22InitialRat Activity
2021-02-12InitialPassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman 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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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 20 Seaman Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 20 Seaman 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 20 Seaman Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 20 Seaman Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 20 Seaman 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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