Buildings with low open violation rates near Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station in NYC

It refers to open violations shown in NYC public open records. Openigloo uses those open-record signals to help you filter, but you should still ask the building directly about current conditions and recent repairs.

Use it as an initial shortlist, then compare what matters to you: lease terms, building services, and how maintenance requests are handled. Tour each building you’re seriously considering and ask follow-up questions.

No. Public records reflect open items and may not capture issues that are resolved quickly, unreported, or not yet reflected. Treat the filter as screening, then verify during your tour and conversations with management.

Openigloo relies on NYC open-record signals for open violation data. That data is helpful for comparisons, but it can lag behind what’s happening right now.

Ask how maintenance requests are logged, expected response times, and whether there are any active issues related to the building’s systems (heating, plumbing, pests). Request specifics tied to your unit location and move-in date.

Ask for documentation or recent work orders where possible, observe shared areas during your visit, and get commitments in writing. After move-in, keep records of requests and responses in case anything escalates.