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718 Penfield Street, Bronx, NY 10470

1
DOB Complaints
94
311 Housing Calls
59
Housing Violations
0
Permits

Risk Assessment

37
Moderate Risk

This building shows some maintenance concerns that warrant attention.

Our AI predicts there is a 37% chance of no major maintenance issues.
Augrented Insights Report for 718 Penfield Street

The three-story, seven-unit tenement at 718 Penfield Street in Wakefield, built in 1929 and currently owned by Michael Merms, has experienced recurring maintenance issues over the past several years, with the most recent concerns emerging in May 2025. The building is currently facing multiple housing code violations, including an open heat/hot water complaint specific to an apartment, and recent water leak issues with heavy flow that resulted in violations. The property has demonstrated ongoing challenges with basic maintenance and living conditions, evidenced by multiple closed violations in 2025 related to plumbing (basin/sink), electrical (outlet/switch), and unsanitary conditions (pests).

Historical data shows a pattern of water-related issues, with a slow leak complaint in late 2024, and heating system problems affecting the entire building noted in November 2024. The building's infrastructure appears to be struggling with basic systems maintenance, as demonstrated by two active violations regarding failure to file external low-pressure inspections for 2021 and 2023. The property has undergone several inspections for rodent activity between 2014 and 2025, with the most recent inspections in 2024 and 2025 indicating persistent issues with rat presence.

While there have been no reported bedbug infestations in recent years (2020-2025), the building has experienced various maintenance issues requiring official intervention. Recent housing code violations have primarily focused on building entrance door conditions, heat/hot water supply, and plumbing issues. Notably, there have been multiple violations issued for defective self-closing doors at building entrances throughout 2024, and complaints regarding unsanitary conditions related to pest infestations. The property has maintained a regular pattern of 311 service requests and HPD inspections, indicating ongoing challenges with building maintenance and tenant comfort.

Last updated: July 27, 2025
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718 Penfield Street Building Overview

Renter Risk Rating

This building is in the riskiest 30% of buildings in Wakefield.

Building Characteristics

Total units 7
Year built 1929
Total area 4800 sq ft
Floors 3
Tax Abatements None
Building Class NEW LAW TENEMENT
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Key Building Statistics

1
DOB Complaints
Complaints filed with the Department of Buildings in the last 7 years.
59
Housing Violations
Class B & C housing maintenance code violations.
94
311 Housing Calls
Housing-related 311 service requests in the last 7 years.
1
Work Orders
Repair orders issued by city agencies.
0
ECB Violations
Environmental Control Board violations on record.
2
Evictions
Evictions executed by city marshalls.
10
Rodent Inspections
Rodent inspections conducted by DOHMH.
0
Building Permits
Permits issued by DOB in the last 7 years.

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718 Penfield Street Landlord Information

HPD Registration Contacts

Contact data is from NYC HPD building registration.

RoleNameAddress

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Landlord Court Records

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718 Penfield 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 718 Penfield 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
2025-05-232025-05-27Heat/hot Water-Apartment OnlyEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-232025-05-27Unsanitary Condition-PestsNon EmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-232025-05-27Plumbing-Basin/sinkEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-232025-05-27Water Leak-Heavy FlowEmergencyCLOSE
2025-05-232025-05-27Electric-Outlet/switchNon EmergencyCLOSE
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Housing Maintenance Code Violations

This table shows violations of the NYC Housing Maintenance Code (HMC) issued by HPD for 718 Penfield 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
2024-10-18CCloseNoneNone§ 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 HINGES AT BUILDING ENTRANCE , 1st STORY2024-11-08T00:00:00.000Z
2024-09-03CCloseNoneNone§ 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 BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR , 1st STORY2024-09-24T00:00:00.000Z
2024-08-08CCloseNoneNone§ 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 THE STREET ENTRANCE DOOR LEADING TO PUBLIC HALL , 1st STORY2024-08-30T00:00:00.000Z
2024-08-01BCloseNone3R§ 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT BATHTUB AND WASHBASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3R, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH2024-08-30T00:00:00.000Z
2024-05-17BCloseNone2F§ 27-2026 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS AND REPAIR ALL DEFECTS IN AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2F, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH2024-07-08T00:00:00.000Z
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311 Service Requests

Service requests made to 311 for 718 Penfield Street. Data from NYC 311.

Created DateTypeDescriptionStatusAgencyResolution
2025-05-23 08:34WATER LEAKHEAVY FLOWClosedHPD
2025-05-23 08:34GENERALCABINETClosedHPD
2025-05-23 08:34ELECTRICOUTLET/SWITCHClosedHPD
2025-05-23 08:34PLUMBINGBASIN/SINKClosedHPD
2025-05-23 08:34HEAT/HOT WATERAPARTMENT ONLYOpenHPD
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DOB Complaints

Department of Buildings complaints regarding 718 Penfield Street.

Complaint #FiledStatusCategoryInspection DateDisposition
23305882022-01-23CLOSEDFence – NONE/Inadequate/Illegal2022-02-01No Violation Warranted For Complaint At Time Of Inspection (2022-02-10)
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DOB Violations

Department of Buildings violations regarding 718 Penfield Street.

Date IssuedCategoryDescriptionStatusComments
2024-09-23V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2023 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
2023-06-30V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVEVIOLATION ISSUED-FAILURE TO FILE 2021 EXTERNAL LOW PRESSURE INSPECTION
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Indoor Environment Complaints (DOHMH)

The table below shows indoor environment complaints received regarding the conditions at 718 Penfield 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 718 Penfield 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
2025-07-100002023-11-012024-10-31
2024-07-310002022-11-012023-10-31
2023-05-090002021-11-012022-10-31
2022-11-020002020-11-012021-10-31
2021-04-090002019-11-012020-10-31
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Rodent Inspections

Recent rodent inspection results for 718 Penfield Street. Data from NYC DOHMH.

DateTypeResult
2025-05-19ComplianceRat Activity
2025-02-20InitialRat Activity
2024-11-29ComplianceFailed for Other R
2024-10-21InitialRat Activity
2024-08-05ComplianceFailed for Other R
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HPD Litigation Explanation

The table below shows the HPD litigation records for 718 Penfield 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 718 Penfield 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 718 Penfield Street. 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 718 Penfield 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 718 Penfield 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 718 Penfield 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

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Source: NYC Department of Finance
Tax ClassMonthWater OnlyAmountCycle
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Sales Records

Sales transactions for 718 Penfield Street. Data includes sale date, price, buyer, and seller.

DatePriceBuyerSeller

Asbestos Records

Asbestos abatement filings and records for 718 Penfield 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.

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Water Connections

Water connection permits and records for 718 Penfield Street. Data includes connection type, date, and status.

MaterialRecord Type

Elevator Permits

Elevator permit records for 718 Penfield Street. Data includes permit type, issue date, and status.

TypeIssue DateStatus

Landmark Violations

Landmark preservation violations for 718 Penfield 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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