101 Lafayette Avenue
This building has a severe track record, and our model predicts major ongoing maintenance failures.
This building has 21 recorded HPD violations, above the Fort Greene average of 4.8.
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How 101 Lafayette Avenue'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 838 buildings in this neighborhood, 34 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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(10+)
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What's in the 101 Lafayette Avenue report
| Total units | 199 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 17 |
| Year built | 1931 |
| Gross area | 137,000 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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101 Lafayette Avenue 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Replace With New The Missing Bathtub In The Bathroom Located At Apt 5D, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/21/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Replace With New The Missing Water Closet In The Bathroom Located At Apt 5D, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/21/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Replace With New The Missing Wash Basin In The Bathroom Located At Apt 5D, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/21/2026 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Ceramic Tiles At All Walls In The Bathroom Located At Apt 5D, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | Nov Sent Out |
| 04/21/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2024 Adm Code Provide Adequate Supply Of Hot Water For The Fixtures ... In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 5D, 5Th Story, 1St Apartment From East At South | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 | Plumbing – Water Supply | Emergency | Close | 5D |
| 03/26/2026 | Plumbing – Toilet | Emergency | Close | 5D |
| 04/01/2026 | Plumbing – Water Supply | Emergency | Close | 5D |
| 12/17/2023 | Heat/Hot Water – Entire Building | Emergency | Close | 8F |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/01/2026 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/26/2026 | Plumbing | Water Supply | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/26/2026 | Plumbing | Toilet | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 02/27/2024 | Indoor Air Quality | Other (Explain Below) | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | Closed |
| 12/17/2023 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2025 | 3A02121 | Active | 7K | |
| 12/02/2024 | 3986230 | Closed | 7K | 12/16/2024 |
| 02/06/2023 | 3892503 | Closed | 7K | 02/09/2023 |
| 02/06/2023 | 3892504 | Closed | 7K | 02/09/2023 |
| 01/13/2023 | 3889403 | Closed | 7G | 01/13/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Bench-Failure To Benchmark None | Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.4 | 06/28/2024 |
| 02/22/2023 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispnrf-No Report And / Or Late Filing (Facade) Facade Required | Failed To File Fisp Cycle 9B Technical Report By 2/21/2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2024 | 37028043P | Active | Failure To Submit An Acceptable Required Cycle 9B Report Of Critical Examination Documenting Condition Of Exterior Wall And Appurtenances Required By 28-302.4 For Control #909559. Remedy: Submit Acceptable Requ | $1,250 |
| 08/25/2022 | 39505574X | Resolve | Observed Sidewalk Shed Vwas Contrary To App. Docs, With Missing Braces, Open Bays And Did Not Extend The 20 Ft Beyond Building Line At Exposure #2 ( Only Approx 10Ft), Stop All Use Of Sidewalk Shed, Conform To | $620 |
| 08/25/2022 | 39505565Y | Resolve | Observed Suspended C-Hook Scaffold In Use At Time Of Inspection, Upon Request For Design Drawing Related To C-Hook Suspended Scaffold, None Was Provided At Time Of Inspection, Stop All Use Of C-Hook Suspended S | $1,250 |
| 08/25/2022 | 39505566X | Resolve | Observed C-Hook Suspended Scaffold In Use At Time Of Inspection Which Had A Stirrup Placed On The Edge Of The Platform, Approx 4.5 Inch Which Did Not Have The Required 6 Inch Bearing, I Also Observed The Platf | $2,500 |
| 08/25/2022 | 39505564M | Resolve | Observed Suspended Scaffolding Set-Up On Roof (Not In Use At Time), Was Contrary To The App. Docs. Due To 2 Frames On Roof With 1 On Drawing, Foam On Roof Under Frames And Counter Weights, Angled Beam On Corne | $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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 | $550,000 | D4 | Fort Greene | |
| 05/27/2025 | $1,090,000 | D4 | Fort Greene | |
| 11/21/2024 | $555,000 | D4 | Fort Greene | |
| 11/21/2024 | $555,000 | D4 | Fort Greene | |
| 10/25/2024 | $1,210,000 | D4 | Fort Greene |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/03/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/01/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 01/30/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 12/16/2021 | 0 | 0 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 08/25/2023 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 05/30/2023 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 10/09/2020 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Initial Permit | Sidewalk Shed | Open Space | Installation Of Temporary Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. No Change In Use, Egress Or Occupancy. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of 2022 The Nyc Building Code. Live Load 300Psf. | Permit Issued | 10/20/2025 |
| 09/24/2025 | Initial Permit | Suspended Scaffold | Initial Industrial Rope Access Cd5 Fisp. Inspection | Signed-Off | 09/24/2025 | |
| 07/18/2025 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 15 through 15 | Plumbing Work Filed In Conjunction With The Combing And Renovation Of Units 15C, 15D And 15E. Kitchen And Bathroom Renovation. | Signed-Off | 07/18/2025 |
| 03/24/2025 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 14 through 14 | Plumbing Work Related To Combination And Renovation Of Apt. 14C And #14D On The 14Th Floor. No Change To Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 03/24/2025 |
| 01/16/2025 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 14 through 14 | Combination And Interior Renovation Of Two Adjacent Apartments (#14C And #14D) On The 14Th Floor. No Change To Use, Egress Or Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 01/16/2025 |
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