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215 East 197th Street, Bronx, NY 10458

5
DOB Complaints
415
311 Housing Calls
544
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

12
High Risk

This building is in the riskiest 10% of buildings in NYC with significant maintenance issues.

Our AI predicts there is a 12% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 215 East 197th Street

The 5-story, 51-unit building at 215 East 197th Street in Fordham, owned by Joseph Schweid, has experienced several maintenance issues in recent years, particularly in 2025. The most recent batch of complaints from June 2025 involves unsanitary conditions with pests, multiple plumbing issues specifically related to bathtubs/showers, and problems with flooring/stairs, as well as window-related violations.

These complaints resulted in HPD violations being issued, indicating the property owner must address these conditions within specified timeframes. The building also had documented violations in late 2024, including issues in apartment 2H related to smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector maintenance, and other violations regarding plumbing, electrical outlets, and various repairs needed in units 2B, 2J, and K. Historical data shows ongoing concerns with the building's maintenance, including boiler-related issues in 2020 and 2022 that resulted in ECB violations, and a failure to file a required technical report in 2022.

The building has experienced recurring rodent activity, with several inspections showing this problem from 2021 through 2024, though most recent inspections in 2023-2024 have passed. The property has maintained a consistently zero record for bedbug infestations over the past five reporting periods from 2021 through 2025. While some violations have been successfully resolved, such as various issues in apartments 2B, 2H, and J, there remain several open violations as of the latest inspection dates, particularly concerning window frames, flooring, and plumbing systems.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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215 East 197th Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 51
Year built 1923
Total area 48750 sq ft
Floors 5
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.
544
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
415
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
37
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
6
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
11
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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215 East 197th Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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215 East 197th 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 215 East 197th 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
2025-06-042025-06-14Flooring/stairs-FloorNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-042025-06-14Plumbing-Bathtub/showerNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-042025-06-14Plumbing-Bathtub/showerNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-042025-06-14Flooring/stairs-FloorEmergencyCLOSE
2025-06-042025-06-14Plumbing-Bathtub/showerEmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 215 East 197th 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
2024-12-19BCloseNoneK§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT K, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EASTNone
2024-12-19BCloseNoneJ§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT J, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST2024-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-19BCloseNone2B§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATH TUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-12-31T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-19BCloseNone2H§ 27-2046.1 HMC: REPAIR OR REPLACE THE CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE(S). MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2H, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-09T00:00:00.000Z
2024-12-19BCloseNone2H§ 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BASE CABINET AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2H, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST2025-01-19T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 215 East 197th Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-06-04 15:11FLOORING/STAIRSFLOORClosedHPD
2025-06-04 15:11UNSANITARY CONDITIONPESTSClosedHPD
2025-06-04 15:11PLUMBINGBATHTUB/SHOWERClosedHPD
2025-06-04 15:11DOOR/WINDOWWINDOW FRAMEClosedHPD
2025-06-04 15:11DOOR/WINDOWWINDOW PANEClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 215 East 197th Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23462062022-05-19CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2022-05-19Oath Violation Served (2022-05-20)
23138272021-02-26CLOSEDLocal Law Audits2021-02-25No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2021-02-26)
23092792020-11-12CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2020-11-12Oath Violation Served (2020-11-12)
23023512020-06-23CLOSEDLocal Law Audits2020-06-23No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-06-23)
22996202020-04-15CLOSEDPlumbing: Defective/Leaking/Not Maintained2020-06-22No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2020-06-23)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 215 East 197th Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2022-12-15V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSEDFAILED TO FILE CYCLE 1 TECHNICAL REPORT BY 12/31/2018 PER RCNY 103-09NO RW AT THE PROPERTY.2023-03-03
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 215 East 197th 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 215 East 197th 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
2025-05-010002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-03-180002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-04-180002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-02-180002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 215 East 197th Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2024-07-05ComplianceRat Activity
2024-04-25InitialRat Activity
2023-04-21InitialPassed
2022-05-20InitialPassed
2022-01-06ComplianceRat Activity
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 215 East 197th Street. 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 215 East 197th 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 215 East 197th Street. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2022-05-1939062480P215 EAST 197 ESTATES LLCAS PER ONE BEST BOILER IN BASEMENT. NO SIGN FOR FUEL OIL TANK-DEBRIS IN BASE OF CHIMNEY.ACTIVE3125.03125.0
2020-11-1239031871K215 EAST 197 ESTATES LLCANTI SIPHON MISSING-FRONT AND REAR GASKETS NOT PROPERLY SEALED-DOGLEG MISSING AT FRONT-FLUE PIPING WRONG METAL GAUGE-FLUE HUNG W/PROHIBITED MATERIAL-NO BODY DRAIN ON SAFETY VALVE-COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IN BOILERRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 215 East 197th 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)
Start DateStart ViolationsDischarge DateStatus
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Vacate Orders Explanation

The table below shows the vacate orders for 215 East 197th 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 215 East 197th 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 215 East 197th 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
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Case NumberDateTypeStatusDetails

Sales Records

Sales transactions for 215 East 197th Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 215 East 197th 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.

TypeIssue DateExpiration
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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 215 East 197th Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 215 East 197th Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 215 East 197th 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.

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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