Does 120 Sherman Ave have HPD violations?

Yes, 120 Sherman Ave currently has 23 open HPD housing violations: 0 Class A (non-hazardous), 15 Class B (hazardous), and 8 Class C (immediately hazardous). Data from NYC HPD via NYC Open Data, last updated July 9, 2026.

How many 311 complaints has 120 Sherman Ave received?

120 Sherman Ave has received 20 complaints in the last 12 months and 0 in the last 30 days. The most common complaint type is HEAT/HOT WATER with 12 complaints.

Is 120 Sherman Ave safe to live in?

Based on NYC Open Data, 120 Sherman Ave has a CRITICAL RISK safety rating. The building has 8 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations and should be investigated carefully before signing a lease.

What are the most common complaints at 120 Sherman Ave?

The most common complaints filed at 120 Sherman Ave in the last 12 months are: 1. HEAT/HOT WATER (12 complaints), 2. PLUMBING (2 complaints), 3. DOOR/WINDOW (2 complaints).

Are there Class C violations at 120 Sherman Ave?

Yes. 120 Sherman Ave currently has 8 Class C violations, which are classified as immediately hazardous by NYC HPD. These require urgent landlord certification of correction.

When was the last complaint filed at 120 Sherman Ave?

The most recent 311 complaint at 120 Sherman Ave was filed on March 19, 2026. In total, 96 complaints have been filed since January 2024. Data updated daily from NYC Open Data.

How serious are the violations at 120 Sherman Ave?

120 Sherman Ave currently has 23 open HPD violations: 0 Class A (non-hazardous), 15 Class B (hazardous), and 8 Class C (immediately hazardous). Class C violations are immediately hazardous and require urgent remediation by the landlord under NYC housing code. Data from NYC HPD via NYC Open Data.

Who do I contact about violations at 120 Sherman Ave?

To report a housing issue or follow up on violations at 120 Sherman Ave, contact NYC's Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) by calling 311 or visiting hpd.nyc.gov. Tenants can file a new complaint via the 311 mobile app or website. For free legal assistance, contact Housing Court Answers (212-962-4795), MFY Legal Services, or Housing Rights Initiative.

120 Sherman Ave

Q: Is 120 Sherman Ave a good building to rent?

120 Sherman Ave has 8 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations currently open — the most serious HPD category. Prospective renters should exercise significant caution, request a full HPD inspection history, and consult a tenant rights organization before signing any lease.

📍 Washington Heights, Manhattan Built 1910 31 units Class C1 Residential

Registered to SEFIK GUNES LLC / Partnership HPD registration · updated monthly

CRITICAL RISK

23 Open Violations

8C 15B

20 Complaints (12 mo) ↑ up vs prior year

0 Last 30 Days

Renting here? This building has 8 unresolved immediately-hazardous violations — ask the landlord what's being done about them before you sign.

311 Complaint Summary

Last 30 Days

Last 90 Days

Last 365 Days

⚠️ Complaints are up 800% compared to the previous 6 months.

🐀 5 pest infestation complaints filed with HPD since 2024

Complaint Types (Last 12 Months)

HEAT/HOT WATER

12(60%)

PLUMBING

2(10%)

DOOR/WINDOW

2(10%)

APPLIANCE

2(10%)

PAINT/PLASTER

1(5%)

ELECTRIC

1(5%)

📅 Monthly Activity Heatmap (Last 12 Months)

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Source: NYC 311 / HPD · Synced daily · Covers HPD-managed residential buildings · Records from Jan 2024 onward

DOHMH Rat Inspection History

25 Inspections on Record

Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason Most Recent Result

2025-05-13 Most Recent Date

2025-05-13 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2024-12-05 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2024-10-02 Stoppage Stoppage done

2024-09-13 Treatments Bait applied

2024-08-29 Initial Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2024-08-20 Treatments Bait applied

2024-08-01 Compliance Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2024-06-27 Initial Failed for Rat Activity and Other Reason

2023-08-25 Initial Passed

2022-12-06 Initial Passed

2022-03-09 Initial Passed

2021-08-05 Initial Passed

2020-08-25 Initial Failed for Other Reason

2019-09-12 Initial Passed

2019-07-30 Initial Passed

2019-06-24 Initial Passed

2019-03-22 Initial Passed

2019-01-17 Initial Passed

2018-09-12 Initial Passed

2018-05-29 Initial Passed

2018-03-30 Initial Passed

2017-09-11 Initial Passed

2017-03-27 Initial Passed

2016-10-18 Initial Passed

2016-07-07 Compliance Passed

Source: NYC DOHMH Rodent Inspections · Synced daily (30-day lookback) · Inspections may cover the building's block, not the exact address · DOHMH data publishes with ~10-day lag

HPD Housing Violations

0 Class A

15 Class B

8 Class C

Driving this immediately hazardous rating

Class C Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures at range in the kitchen 2026-03-21

Class C Building door missing or defective self-close mechanism 2026-03-15

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Class C § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

2026-03-21 ▼

Violation ID: #18727512

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-21T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

Class C § 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 TO BULKHEAD DOOR , 5th STORY, SECTION ''EAST''

2026-03-15 ▼

Violation ID: #18724006

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-15T00:00:00.000

Description: § 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 TO BULKHEAD DOOR , 5th STORY, SECTION ''EAST''

Class C § 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 EAST BULKHEAD DOOR

2026-01-26 ▼

Violation ID: #18596540

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-01-26T00:00:00.000

Class C § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BOILER ROOM

2025-05-02 ▼

Violation ID: #17868377

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2025-05-02T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BOILER ROOM

Class C § 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 LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR

2024-06-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17026968

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-06-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 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 LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR

Class C § 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 SOUTH BULKHEAD DOOR

2024-06-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17026976

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-06-05T00:00:00.000

Class C § 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 DOOR AT NORTH BULKHEAD TO ROOF

2024-06-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17026977

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-06-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 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 DOOR AT NORTH BULKHEAD TO ROOF

Class C § 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 MISALIGNED DOOR LEADING TO WEST YARD AT 1ST STY AT PUBLIC HALL

2024-05-30 ▼

Violation ID: #17018170

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-05-30T00:00:00.000

Description: § 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 MISALIGNED DOOR LEADING TO WEST YARD AT 1ST STY AT PUBLIC HALL

Class B § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

2026-03-21 ▼

Violation ID: #18727513

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-21T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

Class B § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

2026-03-21 ▼

Violation ID: #18727514

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2026-03-21T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

2024-11-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17389246

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-11-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

2024-11-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17389247

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-11-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

2024-11-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17389249

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-11-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

2024-11-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17389250

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-11-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES AT EAST AND NORTH WALLS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

2024-11-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17389251

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-11-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES AT EAST AND NORTH WALLS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

Class B § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD DOOR AT SOUTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

2024-11-01 ▼

Violation ID: #17389252

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-11-01T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD DOOR AT SOUTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 20, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT EAST

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES AT WEST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

2024-07-27 ▼

Violation ID: #17146544

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-07-27T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES AT WEST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

Class B § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF DRY WALL AND BUILDING SUPPLIES AT EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

2024-07-27 ▼

Violation ID: #17146545

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-07-27T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF DRY WALL AND BUILDING SUPPLIES AT EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILE AT EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

2024-07-27 ▼

Violation ID: #17146547

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-07-27T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILE AT EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

Class B § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF DRY WALL AND BUILDING SUPPLIES AT EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

2024-07-27 ▼

Violation ID: #17146546

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-07-27T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF DRY WALL AND BUILDING SUPPLIES AT EAST SECTION AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES AT 5TH STORY AT PUBLIC HALL

2024-06-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17026973

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-06-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES AT 5TH STORY AT PUBLIC HALL

Class B § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT NORTH WALL AT 5TH STORY AT PUBLIC HALL

2024-06-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17026974

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-06-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT MATERIAL AT NORTH WALL AT 5TH STORY AT PUBLIC HALL

Class B § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR

2024-06-05 ▼

Violation ID: #17026969

Current Status: Open

Date Issued: 2024-06-05T00:00:00.000

Description: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR

⚠️ What does Class C mean?

Class C violations are classified as immediately hazardous by the HPD (e.g. lack of heat or hot water, active mold, severe rodent infestations, lead-based paint, or carbon monoxide detector issues). Landlords are legally required to resolve these immediately.

Source: NYC HPD Housing Violations · Synced daily · Open violations only — closed violations excluded · Class I (administrative/registration notices) excluded from counts

Neighborhood Comparison

How 120 Sherman Ave compares to other tracked buildings in Washington Heights in the last 12 months.

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📊 That's 1.1× the Washington Heights average · top 62% most-complained in neighborhood

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What This Means If You're Considering Renting Here

This building has 8 Class C (immediately hazardous) violations currently open — the most serious HPD category. With 20 complaints filed in the last 12 months, prospective renters should exercise significant caution, request a full HPD inspection history, and consult a tenant rights organization before signing any lease.

Data current as of July 9, 2026. Always verify independently with HPD before signing a lease.

Data last updated: July 9, 2026 · Source: NYC Open Data

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