420 Watkins Street
While historically clean, our model detects a rising risk of severe maintenance issues in the next 12 months.
This building has 5 recorded HPD violations, at or below the Brownsville average of 28.6.
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How 420 Watkins 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 1329 buildings in this neighborhood, 106 have a higher predicted risk.
violations
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What's in the 420 Watkins Street report
| Total units | 260 |
|---|---|
| Floors | 8 |
| Year built | 1976 |
| Gross area | 251,324 sq ft |
| Building class | — |
| Tax abatement | None |
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420 Watkins Street 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2026 | A | Original | § 27-2013 Adm Code Paint With Light Colored Paint To The Satisfaction Of This Department At Ceiling. At Public Hall, 1St Story | Violation Dismissed |
| 03/18/2026 | C | Original | § 27-2005 Adm Code Properly Repair With Similar Material The Broken Or Defective Fire Retardant Plaster At Ceiling At Public Hall, 1St Story | Violation Dismissed |
| 04/02/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Mechanical Vent At East Wall In The Kitchen Located At Apt 9E, 8Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East , Section ''440'' | Violation Dismissed |
| 04/02/2025 | B | Original | § 27-2005 Hmc: Properly Repair Or Replace The Broken Or Defective Mechanical Vent At East Wall In The Bathroom Located At Apt 9E, 8Th Story, 2Nd Apartment From North At East , Section ''440'' | Violation Dismissed |
| 02/05/2025 | C | Original | Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Roaches In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 7F, 7Th Story, 6Th Apartment From North At East | Violation Dismissed |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2026 | Electric – Outlet/Switch | Non Emergency | Open | 7A |
| 03/23/2026 | General – Cabinet | Non Emergency | Close | 2E |
| 03/23/2026 | Paint/Plaster – Wall | Non Emergency | Close | 2E |
| 04/29/2026 | Paint/Plaster – Wall | Non Emergency | Close | 2E |
| 04/29/2026 | Door/Window – Door | Emergency | Close | 2E |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2026 | Electric | Outlet/Switch | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Open |
| 03/23/2026 | General | Cabinet | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/23/2026 | Paint/Plaster | Wall | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/18/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | Department of Housing Preservation and Development | Closed |
| 03/16/2026 | Heat/Hot Water | Apartment Only | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 | 3A28925 | Closed | 6S | 12/29/2025 |
| 07/16/2024 | 3968684 | Closed | 6S | 02/03/2025 |
| 03/08/2024 | 3950681 | Closed | 2Y | 03/13/2024 |
| 11/24/2023 | 3936564 | Closed | 6M | 03/01/2024 |
| 11/20/2023 | 3936010 | Closed | 6M | 03/01/2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2024 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Aeuhaz1-Fail To Certify Class 1 None | Failure To Certify Correction On Immediately Hazardous (Class 1) Ecb Violation | 05/13/2026 |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 05/31/2022 | V*-Dob Violation - Dismissed | Egrade-Failure To Post Energy Grade/Score None | Failure To Display Energy Efficiency Score And Energy Efficiency Grade As Per Adcode Sec. 28-309.12.3 | 08/24/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2024 | 37031406M | Resolve | Failure To Submit The Required Parking Structure Initial Observation Report For An Existing Parking Structure Or A Periodic Inspection Of A Parking Structure(Pips) Report Documenting The Conditions Of Psid#B000 | $0 |
| 03/13/2024 | 39108565P | Resolve | At Inspection Time, I Discovered In Dob Now That The Sidewalk Shed Gc'S Permit Expired On 02/07/2024. Bc 3301.9.106.8.2 Requires Temporary Construction Installation Permit Be Renewable And Remain In Effect At A | $3,125 |
| 02/29/2024 | 39107380Y | Resolve | Class 2: Repair In-Car Emergency Phone., Provide (A.B.C) Rated Fire Extinguisher In The Motor Room., Class 1: Cease Use Item. Repair Emergency Pit Stop Switch (Switch Failed To Shut The Elevator Down When In St | $1,250 |
| 12/27/2022 | 39076360H | Resolve | Class 2: 2.X.10 Phone Inoperative Repair & Program To 24 Hr Emergency Operator. 35.X.10 Cab Fan Inoeprative. Check Wires & Repair. 5.J.1 Car Floor Not Level To Landing Sill. Adjust Car To Level At Every Floor S | $625 |
| 12/27/2022 | 39076359K | Resolve | Class 2: Phone Inoperative Repair & Program To 24 Hr Emergency Operator. 35.X.10 Cab Fan Inoperative Check Wires & Repair. Fan Damaged Missing Grill. Replace With New Part. 8.J.1 Car Floor Not Level With Landin | $625 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/15/2022 | $0 | D7 | Brownsville | |
| 12/21/2007 | $6,062,247 | D3 | Brownsville |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/31/2026 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 10/31/2025 |
| 06/18/2025 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10/31/2024 |
| 04/02/2024 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 10/31/2023 |
| 07/17/2023 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 10/31/2022 |
| 08/19/2022 | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2020 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
| 09/24/2019 | Compliance | Passed |
| 08/05/2019 | Initial | Failed For Other Reason |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2024 | Initial Permit | Structural | Floor Number(s) 001 through 009 | Facade Repair Work On 1St -9Th Floor On All Facades. No Change To Use Egress Of Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 10/16/2024 |
| 10/16/2024 | Initial Permit | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 009 | Facade Repair Work On 1St -9Th Floor On All Facades. No Change To Use Egress Of Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 10/16/2024 |
| 02/07/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Structural | Floor Number(s) 001 through 009 | Facade Repair Work On 1St -9Th Floor On All Facades. No Change To Use Egress Of Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 02/07/2024 |
| 02/07/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | General Construction | Floor Number(s) 001 through 009 | Facade Repair Work On 1St -9Th Floor On All Facades. No Change To Use Egress Of Occupancy. | Signed-Off | 02/07/2024 |
| 01/23/2024 | Renewal Permit Without Changes | Sidewalk Shed | Ground Floor | Proposed Installation Of Heavy Duty Sidewalk Shed As Per Plans. Live Load 300 Lbs Per Square Feet. Sidewalk Shed Shall Comply With Chapter #33 Of The Nyc Building Code. No Change In Use, Occupancy, Or Egress Under This Application. | Signed-Off | 01/23/2024 |
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