101 South 5th Street
This building has a substantial enforcement record over the last seven years, and our model predicts continuing maintenance failures over the next 12 months. Read the records below before you sign. Ask which issues were resolved, get repair commitments in writing, and inspect the unit yourself.
This building has 76 recorded HPD violations, above the Williamsburg average of 9.4.
The 11-story residential building at 101 South 5th Street in Williamsburg, constructed in 2017 and containing 55 units, has experienced numerous maintenance and safety issues in recent years. Currently, there is an active elevator emergency with multiple complaints regarding defective conditions, including a cease use order for a defective door lock monitoring system, misaligned cab mirrors, worn gibs, and an out-of-service status creating hazardous conditions. Additionally, there are concerning water-related problems with four open complaints from September 2026 regarding slow leaks and damp spots, along with an immediate emergency plumbing issue involving steam pipes or risers. The building's recent history shows recurring elevator and boiler problems, with multiple active complaints as of mid-2026, including defective/inoperative equipment issues.
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What's in the 101 South 5th Street report
Is 101 South 5th Street rent-stabilized?
Rent stabilization caps how much your rent can rise and protects your right to renew. Here's how this building scores on the four signals that usually point to it.
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Is 101 South 5th Street covered by Good Cause Eviction?
New York's Good Cause Eviction law (effective April 20, 2024) gives many market-rate tenants the right to renew their lease and challenge rent hikes above the annual local rent standard. It doesn't apply to every building.
- New construction. Built in 2017. Good Cause protections don't apply until 2047 (30 years after construction).
Good Cause also excludes condos & co-ops, subsidized/regulated housing, and units renting above 245% of Fair Market Rent — signals we can't always confirm from public data. Not legal advice. Learn more at nyc.gov or call 311 for the Tenant Helpline.
How 101 South 5th 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 3634 buildings in this neighborhood, 55 have a higher predicted risk. The band is relative to this neighborhood, so a share of every neighborhood falls in each colour.
in the next 12 months
What's driving this score
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| Total units | 55 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 11 |
| Year built | 2017 |
| Gross area | 68,910 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
Violations & complaints per year — solid line is historical record, dashed line is AI projection.
101 South 5th Street's landlord & ownership
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Filed Aug 28, 2025, expired Sep 1, 2026 .
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Huntington, NY 11746
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101 South 5th Street event timeline
Violations, complaints, fines, and permits — the most recent records on file, in order.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Mechanical Ventilation At Ceiling. In The 1St Room From North At West Located At Apt 6E, 6Th Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Nov Sent Out |
| 07/20/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Mechanical Ventilation At Ceiling. In The 1St Room From North At East Located At Apt 6E, 6Th Story, 1St Apartment From South At West | Nov Sent Out |
| 06/06/2026 | C | Original | § 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 In The Entrance Located At Apt 3C, 3Rd Story, 3Rd Apartment From West At North | Nov Sent Out |
| 02/04/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2070 Adm Code Provide An Adequate Supply Of Gas To The Fixtures At Range In The Kitchen Located At Apt 7A, 7Th Story, 1St Apartment From North At East | Violation Dismissed |
| 12/06/2025 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 7B, 7Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From West At North | Violation Closed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2026 | Water Leak – Slow Leak | Non Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 09/11/2026 | Plumbing – Steam Pipe/Riser | Immediate Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 09/11/2026 | Water Leak – Damp Spot | Non Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 09/11/2026 | General – Signage Missing | Non Emergency | Open | BLDG |
| 07/03/2026 | General – Ventilation System | Non Emergency | Close | 6E |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2026 | General | Signage Missing | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 09/11/2026 | Plumbing | Steam Pipe/Riser | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 09/11/2026 | Water Leak | Damp Spot | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 09/11/2026 | Water Leak | Slow Leak | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 07/08/2026 | Unsanitary Animal Pvt Property | Dog | Department of Health and Mental Hygiene | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2026 | 3A69333 | Active | 58 | 07/21/2026 |
| 06/12/2026 | 3A66591 | Active | 6M | |
| 06/10/2026 | 3A66207 | Active | 6M | |
| 06/09/2026 | 3A66065 | Active | 6M | |
| 06/06/2026 | 3A65624 | Active | 58 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2024 | V-Dob Violation - Active | Fispnrf-No Report And / Or Late Filing (Facade) Facade Required | Failed To File Fisp Cycle 9C Technical Report By 2/21/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2026 | 39200029N | Active | Inaudible In Car Stop Switch (2.27.1.). Replace Worn Gibs Where Needed (2.11.11.5.7.). Misalinged Cab Mirror (Bc 3001.6.). Provide Explicitly Detailed Info, Posted In A Conspicuous Location, Indicating How/Wher | $625 |
| 08/11/2026 | 39200028L | Active | Replace Worn Gibs Where Needed (2.11.11.5.7.). Misalinged Cab Mirror (Bc 3001.6.). Provide Explicitly Detailed Info, Posted In A Conspicuous Location, Indicating How/Where To Obtain Keys To Roof/Machine Spaces | $625 |
| 06/02/2026 | 39190886L | Active | 97-X-17 The Elevator In Building Out Of Service Upon Inspection The Device Is Found To Be Out Of Service Creating A Hazardous Condition As Per 1Rcny 11-02 Remedy Restore To Service Immediately And Notify Nycdob | $1,250 |
| 01/27/2026 | 39175033Y | Active | Cease Use Item: Defective Door Lock Monitoring. Class 2 Items: Unreadable Main Line Fuses. Misalinged Cab Mirror. Replace Worn Gibs Where Needed. Unlockeed Governor Access Door. Damaged Machine Room Door Lock/D | $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 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 12/13/2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 12/18/2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 12/14/2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 03/24/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2026 | Compliance | Failed For Rat Activity |
| 07/16/2026 | Initial | Failed For Rat Activity And Other Reason |
| 01/30/2026 | Compliance | Passed |
| 12/24/2025 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 11/21/2025 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/12/2020 | Initial Permit | Mechanical Systems | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Installation Of Hvac Equipment And Ductwork For Veterinary Clinic And Dog Day Care Center Fit-Out On First Floor Of Existing Building. | Signed-Off | 03/12/2020 |
| 10/09/2019 | Initial Permit | Sprinklers | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001, Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Installation Of New Plumbing Fixtures And Modification Of Existing Sprinkler System For Interior Fit-Out Of Veterinary Clinic And Dog Day Care Center On First Floor. | Signed-Off | 10/09/2019 |
| 10/09/2019 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001, Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Installation Of New Plumbing Fixtures And Modification Of Existing Sprinkler System For Interior Fit-Out Of Veterinary Clinic And Dog Day Care Center On First Floor. | Signed-Off | 10/09/2019 |
| 10/08/2019 | Initial Permit | Sprinklers | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001, Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Installation Of New Plumbing Fixtures And Modification Of Existing Sprinkler System For Interior Fit-Out Of Veterinary Clinic And Dog Day Care Center On First Floor. | Signed-Off | 10/08/2019 |
| 10/08/2019 | Initial Permit | Plumbing | Floor Number(s) 001 through 001, Floor Number(s) 001 through 001 | Installation Of New Plumbing Fixtures And Modification Of Existing Sprinkler System For Interior Fit-Out Of Veterinary Clinic And Dog Day Care Center On First Floor. | Signed-Off | 10/08/2019 |
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