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NYC Rat Inspection
History by Address

Search rat inspection results and rodent complaint history for any New York City address. See active rat signs, inspection outcomes, and 311 rodent complaints — free, no account required.

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Active Rat Signs Reported by Borough

NYC Intel tracks rodent inspection results and 311 rodent complaint activity across all five boroughs. These counts reflect inspections with "active rat signs" findings, updated daily from NYC Open Data.

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Inspection Outcomes

What NYC Rodent Inspection Results Mean

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) inspectors visit properties and record one of three outcomes. NYC Intel shows the full inspection history for any address so you can see trends — not just the last result.

⚠️ Active Rat Signs

Active Infestation Found

Inspector found evidence of current rat activity: fresh droppings, active burrows, gnaw marks, or live rats. A Notice of Violation is issued and the landlord must remediate immediately.

🟡 Bait Applied

Preventive Intervention

Inspector applied rodenticide bait as a preventive measure or follow-up. This does not mean active rats were found, but indicates the city is monitoring the property for rodent activity.

✅ Passed — No Signs

No Rat Activity Found

Inspector found no evidence of active rat activity. This is the best possible outcome. NYC Intel shows the full inspection timeline so you can see if a "passed" result is recent or years old.


NYC Intel Advantage

Why No Other Tool Shows This Data the Same Way

NYC Intel is the only app that cross-references rat inspection results with 311 rodent complaints AND building violation data for the same address — giving you a complete rodent risk picture, not just one data source.

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Address-Level, Not Neighborhood

See rat inspection results for the specific building you're researching — not just the neighborhood or zip code. Hyper-local data matters when rats can vary block by block.

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Cross-Referenced with 311 & HPD

311 rodent complaints and HPD pest violation data appear alongside inspection results. A building with multiple 311 rodent complaints plus active rat signs findings is a serious red flag.

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Historical Trends

See multiple years of inspection results. A building trending from "active rat signs" to "passed" shows the landlord took action. Repeated "active rat signs" over years shows they haven't.


Step by Step

How to Check Rat History for Any NYC Address

1

Download NYC Intel (Free)

Available on the App Store. No account or subscription required.

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Enter the Address

Type any NYC address. NYC Intel pulls all city records tied to that building instantly.

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Tap Rat Activity

See rodent inspection dates, outcomes (active rat signs, bait applied, passed), and all 311 rodent complaint history for the address and block.

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Cross-Check HPD Pest Violations

NYC Intel also shows any HPD pest violations (Class B or C) filed at the same building — so you see whether the city inspected AND whether the landlord was formally cited.


FAQ

Rat Inspections — Common Questions

How do I check rat inspection history for a NYC address?
Download the free NYC Intel app, enter any NYC address, and tap Rat Activity. You'll see all rodent inspection results and 311 rat complaint history tied to that address and block, sourced from NYC Open Data.
What does 'active rat signs' mean?
Active rat signs means an NYC DOHMH inspector found evidence of current rat activity — fresh droppings, active burrows, gnaw marks, or live rats. This is the most serious inspection result and triggers mandatory remediation by the property owner.
How do I know if my building has a rat problem?
Search your building's address in NYC Intel. You'll see both 311 rodent complaint history and official Health Department inspection results. Multiple complaints plus "active rat signs" inspection results is a strong indicator of an ongoing problem.
Can a landlord be fined for a rat infestation in NYC?
Yes. An "active rat signs" finding results in a Notice of Violation. Failure to remediate leads to fines or city-performed work billed to the owner. NYC Intel shows these inspection outcomes for any address.
What is the difference between a 311 rodent complaint and a DOHMH inspection?
A 311 rodent complaint is filed by a resident and triggers an official inspection. The DOHMH inspection is the city's official visit and the result (active rat signs, bait applied, or passed) is what carries legal weight. NYC Intel shows both in one place.

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