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689 Melrose Avenue, Bronx, NY 10455

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DOB Complaints
43
311 Housing Calls
32
Housing Violations
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Permits

Risk Assessment

64
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 64% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 689 Melrose Avenue

The 25-unit, 6-story New Law Tenement building at 689 Melrose Avenue, owned by Samuel Rodriguez, has experienced several recurring maintenance issues between 2022 and 2025. Most notably, there have been numerous heat and hot water-related complaints, with eight separate incidents documented between October 2024 and January 2025, some affecting the entire building and others specific to individual apartments. The building has also faced challenges with water issues, as evidenced by a slow leak complaint in January 2025 and various plumbing-related problems in 2023.

Additionally, rodent activity has been an ongoing concern, with multiple inspections and baiting operations conducted throughout 2024. The property shows current open violations from October 2024 regarding hot water issues in Apartment 6, access to the heating system, and the need for proper tenant notification regarding service interruptions. Earlier violations from 2024 included issues with the boiler room water supply line and standing water, while 2022 violations noted mold concerns in Apartment 25's bathroom.

The building's bedbug reporting history shows relatively few incidents, with only one reported case in 2022, though all subsequent filings (through 2024) indicate 0 infested units. An active complaint filed in May 2025 regarding an alleged illegal conversion of commercial space to dwelling units is currently pending investigation. The property has maintained some basic maintenance compliance, as evidenced by the closure of various violations, but the pattern of recurring heat/hot water issues throughout 2024-2025 and ongoing rodent management needs suggest persistent maintenance challenges. The building's age (constructed in 1903) and documented history of various systems issues indicate that infrastructure maintenance remains an ongoing concern.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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689 Melrose Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 25
Year built 1903
Total area 23842 sq ft
Floors 6
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

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DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
32
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
43
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
8
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
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ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
3
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
14
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
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Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

Included Addresses

  • 397 East 154th St, New York, NY 10455
  • 689 Melrose Ave, New York, NY 10455

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689 Melrose Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

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Landlord Portfolio

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Landlord Court Records

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689 Melrose 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 689 Melrose 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
2025-01-032025-01-13Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-01-022025-01-04Heat/hot Water-Entire BuildingEmergencyCLOSE
2024-11-132024-11-15Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-182024-10-21Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2024-10-122024-10-16Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 689 Melrose 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
2024-10-15COpenNoneNone§ 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BOILER ROOMNone
2024-10-15COpenNoneNone§27-2005 (E) HMC: PROVIDE WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE TENANTS AT LEAST TWENTY-FOUR HOURS PRIOR TO ESSENTIAL SERVICE INTERRUPTION BY POSTING A NOTICE IN A PROMINENT PLACE WITHIN THE PUBLIC PART OF THE BUILDING AND ON EACH FLOOR OF SUCH BUILDING, WHERE AN OWNER MUST MAKE A REPAIR THAT MAY RESULT IN AN INTERRUPTION OF ESSENTIAL SERVICES SUCH AS UTILITIES(HEAT, HOT WATER, GAS, ELECTRICITY, OR ELEVATOR) THAT IS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE FOR MORE THAN TWO HOURS. SAMPLE NOTICE AVAILABLE AT WWW.NYC.GOV/HPD OR AS PROVIDED IN THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION. NO HOT WATER AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-10-15AOpenNoneNone§ 27-2053 ADM CODE POST SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY BEARING NAME, ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER IF ANY, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF SUPERINTENDENT, JANITOR OR HOUSEKEEPER. AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORYNone
2024-10-15CCloseNone6§ 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2024-04-03ACloseNoneNone(A) § HMC:FILE ANNUAL BEDBUG REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH HPD RULE AS DESCRIBED ON THE BACK OF THIS NOTICE OF VIOLATION OR AS DESCRIBED ON HPDS WEBSITE, WWW.NYC.GOV\HPD, SEARCH BED BUGS.None
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 689 Melrose Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-01-03 11:17WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2025-01-02 09:01HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
2024-11-13 13:28HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-10-18 06:54HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2024-10-15 06:36HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 689 Melrose Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
24166132025-05-28ACTIVEIllegal Conversion Commercial Building/Space to Dwelling Units
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 689 Melrose Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 689 Melrose 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
2024-08-060002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-04-250002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-04-291102020-11-012021-10-31
2021-05-130002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 689 Melrose Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-07-05BAITBait applied
2024-06-24BAITBait applied
2024-06-18BAITBait applied
2024-06-05BAITBait applied
2024-05-08ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 689 Melrose 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 689 Melrose 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 689 Melrose 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 689 Melrose 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 689 Melrose Avenue. The information includes the effective date, rescinded date, reason, type, and units. The data is sourced from DOB.

Source: Department of Buildings (DOB)
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Work Orders Explanation

The table below shows the work orders for 689 Melrose 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

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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 689 Melrose Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 689 Melrose 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 689 Melrose Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 689 Melrose Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 689 Melrose 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.

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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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