150 West 197 Street
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 74 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Kingsbridge average of 99.0.
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How 150 West 197 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 617 buildings in this neighborhood, 142 have a higher predicted risk.
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What's in the 150 West 197 Street report
| Total units | 31 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 6 |
| Year built | 1928 |
| Gross area | 27,300 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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150 West 197 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2021 Adm Code Provide Sufficient, Proper And Separate Metal Receptacles For The Deposit Of Garbage, Rubbish And Other Waste Material And Arrange For Collection And Disposal Of Such Material. | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/27/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 Adm Code Remove The Accumulation Of Refuse And/Or Rubbish And Maintain In A Clean Condition The Household Material Under Stairs At Public Hall, 1St Story | Nov Sent Out |
| 01/21/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2017.3 Hmc: Trace And Repair The Source And Abate The Visible Mold Condition... Less Than 10 Sq.Ft At East Wall In The Bathroom Located At Apt 14, 1St Story, 3Rd Apartment From North At East Original Violation 17636719 Issued 21-Jan-25 Has Been Upgraded To Class B Per Administrative Code §27-2017.3A(3)(A) Or (B). | First No Access To Re- Inspect Violation |
| 09/20/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) Hmc, § 12-01, § 12-03 Rcny Repair, Replace Or Provide An Approved And Operational Smoke Detecting Device, Installed In Accordance With Department Of Buildings Rules And Regulations Defective In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 55, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Nov Sent Out |
| 09/20/2025 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Electrical Outlet At East Wall In The Kitchen Located At Apt 55, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Nov Sent Out |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2026 | Unsanitary Condition – Mold | Emergency | Close | 51 |
| 01/12/2026 | Door/Window – Door | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 12/24/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 12/23/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
| 12/17/2025 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | BLDG |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2026 | Unsanitary Condition | Mold | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 01/12/2026 | Door/Window | Door | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/24/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/24/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 12/18/2025 | Heat/Hot Water | Entire Building | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/11/2025 | 2408059 | Closed | 6S | 09/12/2025 |
| 06/23/2024 | 2394504 | Closed | 6S | 10/28/2024 |
| 01/04/2024 | 2383655 | Closed | 6S | 04/08/2024 |
| 01/04/2024 | 2383658 | Closed | 6S | 04/08/2024 |
| 01/04/2024 | 2383660 | Closed | 6S | 01/09/2024 |
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 |
|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/10/2025 | 35690020X | Resolve | Failure To Take And Provide Adeqate Safety Measures Such As Sidewalk, Fence, Netting Etc. To Secure Public Safety For Documented Unsafe Facade Filing #1042814-10A-001 Dated 04/01/2025. Note:-At The Time Of Insp | $10,000 |
| 02/18/2025 | 35717051X | Active | Failure To Maintain Building Exterior Wall(S) Or Appurtenances. Note:-At The Time Of Inspection Observed At Expo #3 And 4 South And West Elevation Deteriorating Mortar Joints At Several Locations. Remedy: Maint | $10,000 |
| 10/28/2024 | 39128660L | Resolve | Responding, To A 311 Elevator Complaint, Upon Inspection Of The Single Device In The Building, It Was Found To Be Out Of Service, As Per 1Rcny 11-02, This Device Provides Service In A 6 Story Building. Remedy; | $0 |
| 01/02/2024 | 39102554M | Resolve | Responding To A 311 Elevator Complaint, Upon Inspection Of Device A Cease Use Violation Issued For. Defective Door Lock Monitoring System , And Car Door Restrictor Not Working, Remedy Then Contact Nycdob Restor | $1,250 |
| 02/19/2023 | 39079938Z | Resolve | Responding To A 311 Elevator Complaint, Upon Inspection The Device Is Found To Be Out-Of-Service, And Only Elevator In The Building As Per 1Rcny 11-02 The Device Provide Service In A Six Story Building. Remedy; | $1,250 |
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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 |
|---|
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 |
| 12/20/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/14/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/30/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/29/2021 | 1 | 1 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2025 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 03/20/2025 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 06/28/2024 | Compliance | Passed |
| 04/16/2024 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 04/14/2023 | Initial | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Initial Permit | Structural | Facade | Proposed Exterior Facade Restoration As Per Plans Filed Herewith.No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 11/14/2025 |
| 11/14/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Facade | Proposed Exterior Facade Restoration As Per Plans Filed Herewith.No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Permit Issued | 11/14/2025 |
| 11/03/2025 | Initial Permit | Suspended Scaffold | Installation Of Outrigger For The Facade Repair Work As Per Plans Submitted. | Permit Issued | 11/03/2025 | |
| 09/04/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Live Load 300 Lbs Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 09/04/2025 |
| 03/25/2025 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Live Load 300 Lbs Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Permit Issued | 03/25/2025 |
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