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1491 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10472

2
DOB Complaints
9
311 Housing Calls
11
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

96
Low Risk

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

Our AI predicts there is a 96% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 1491 Westchester Avenue

1491 Westchester Avenue is a 5-story, 9-unit New Law Tenement building located in Parkchester, built in 1913 and currently owned by Henrik Berisha. The building has experienced recurring issues with water leaks, heating, and rodent problems over the past several years. Most notably, there have been multiple heat and hot water complaints between 2018-2020, with some affecting entire building systems, though inspections typically confirmed restoration of services.

Water leak complaints were filed in 2019, 2021, and most recently in 2022, involving both heavy flow and slow leaks, with no violations ultimately cited by HPD. The building has received several Housing Maintenance Code violations, particularly in September 2021 related to basement apartment BB10, including issues with doors, walls, flooring, and missing smoke detectors, though most of these were certified as corrected by October 2021. Recent concerns include an active Environmental Control Board violation from November 2023 regarding maintenance issues including a missing support bracket for a window A/C unit and façade damage at roof level, with a penalty of $3,125 imposed. The building has also experienced ongoing rodent issues, with recent inspections in 2025 showing rat activity, though previous inspections in 2019 and 2023 had passed.

Bedbug reports from 2021-2024 consistently show zero infested units, indicating effective pest management in this regard. The property has faced two significant enforcement actions: one in 2023 regarding facade maintenance (still active) and another in 2021 concerning boiler issues. Periodic rodent inspections have been conducted regularly, with the most recent results indicating continuing rat activity, particularly in 2025. While many historical complaints have been resolved with no violations issued, the building's maintenance history shows recurring patterns of heating, water, and pest control challenges that persist to the present day, with some recent violations that remain unresolved.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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1491 Westchester Avenue Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

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

Building Characteristics

Total units 9
Year built 1913
Total area 14000 sq ft
Floors 5
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

2
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
11
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
9
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
2
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
0
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
14
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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1491 Westchester Avenue Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

Landlord Portfolio

Other NYC buildings registered to this landlord.

AddressUnitsCode ViolationsRisk Rating

Landlord Court Records

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1491 Westchester 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 1491 Westchester 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
2022-06-042022-07-08Water Leak-Slow LeakNon EmergencyCLOSE
2022-06-042022-07-08Door/window-Window FrameEmergencyCLOSE
2021-09-022021-09-09Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2020-01-012020-01-05Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2019-11-022019-11-05Heat/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 1491 Westchester 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
2021-09-06BCloseNoneBB10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT BSMT-APT BB10, 1st BSMT-APT FROM WEST AT NORTH2021-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
2021-09-06BCloseNoneBB10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR ALL WALLS IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT BSMT-APT BB10, 1st BSMT-APT FROM WEST AT NORTH2021-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
2021-09-06AOpenNoneBB10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE CLOSET IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT BSMT-APT BB10, 1st BSMT-APT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2021-09-06AOpenNoneBB10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CLOSET DOOR IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT BSMT-APT BB10, 1st BSMT-APT FROM WEST AT NORTHNone
2021-09-06BCloseNoneBB10§ 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT BSMT-APT BB10, 1st BSMT-APT FROM WEST AT NORTH2021-10-29T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 1491 Westchester Avenue. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2022-06-04 17:19WATER LEAKSLOW LEAKClosedHPD
2022-06-04 17:19DOOR/WINDOWWINDOW FRAMEClosedHPD
2021-09-02 14:25WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2020-01-02 21:22HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYClosedHPD
2019-11-02 19:09HEAT/HOT WATERENTIRE BUILDINGClosedHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 1491 Westchester Avenue.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23790972023-10-25CLOSEDEnforcement Work Order (DOB)2023-11-09Oath Violation Served (2023-11-09)
23285762021-12-03CLOSEDBoiler: Defective/Inoperative/No Permit2021-12-03Oath Violation Served (2021-12-03)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 1491 Westchester Avenue.

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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 1491 Westchester Avenue. The information includes the date, type, description, and status of each complaint. The data is sourced from DOHMH/311.

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Bedbug Infestations

The table below shows the bedbug reports filed by the landlord for 1491 Westchester 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
2024-12-260002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-01-310002022-11-012023-10-31
2022-12-190002021-11-012022-10-31
2021-12-200002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-140002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 1491 Westchester Avenue. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-06-02ComplianceRat Activity
2025-04-17InitialRat Activity
2024-05-06ComplianceRat Activity
2024-03-25InitialRat Activity
2023-05-12CompliancePassed
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 1491 Westchester 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 1491 Westchester 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 1491 Westchester Avenue. Data from ECB.

DateNumberRespondentDescriptionStatusPenaltyBalance Due
2023-11-0939099038L1491 WESTCHESTER LLCFAILURE TO MAINTAIN, OBSERVED AT EXPOSURE#1, WINDOW A/C UNIT IS MISSING SUPPORT BRACKET. OBSERVED AT EXPOSURE#1, FACADE DAMAGE AT ROOF LEVEL, REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE; REPAIR/REPLACEACTIVE3125.03125.0
2021-12-0339052151P1491 WESTCHESTER LLCNEED TO PIPE SAFETY TO GROUND, NEED TO COVER OIL LINES ,NEED TO FIX FRESH AIR, SERVICE BURNER RUNNING RICH, CLEAN CHIMNEYRESOLVE0.00.0
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Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) Explanation

The table below shows the Alternative Enforcement Program (AEP) records for 1491 Westchester 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 1491 Westchester 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 1491 Westchester 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)
Date CreatedTypeDescriptionCharge
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Liens Explanation

The table below shows tax and water liens for 1491 Westchester 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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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 1491 Westchester Avenue. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 1491 Westchester 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 1491 Westchester Avenue. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 1491 Westchester Avenue. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 1491 Westchester 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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