240 Canal Street
Manhattan, NY 10013BBL 1-00197-0026Map
Owner of record: Eglesau Estates Ltd
240 Canal Street is an office building built in 1915 in Manhattan, 10013. The owner of record is Eglesau Estates Ltd. HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.
- HPD violations
- 0
- DOB violations
- 45
- ECB violations
- 30
- HPD complaints
- 2
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
HPD has not cited this building.
No balance due on recent ECB violations.
Rent stabilization
No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills
Violations
Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.
HPD housing violations · 0
No HPD violations on record
DOB building violations · 45
- Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 21, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
May 21, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Plumbing none
On the 1st floor of the dumpling store 1 steamer, 1 grill, and new gas lines and valves installed without a permit remedy: obtain permit
Feb 19, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Fail to certify class 1 none
Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation
Dec 2, 2010
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 19, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Nov 19, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 10, 2009
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Aug 10, 2009
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Aug 4, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed
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- Zoning none
Z-zoning none
Aug 2, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 26, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 26, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 23, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 20, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 12, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 12, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 12, 2008
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 26, 2003
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 26, 2002
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 27, 2001
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jun 10, 1999
Vw*-violation - work w/o permit dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
May 4, 1998
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 16, 1997
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Aug 29, 1995
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Sep 1, 1994
Dob violation - dismissed - Boiler boiler optional
32 breeching needs to be sealed properly to chimney-boiler needs a casing around it-dirty boiler room
Nov 20, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed - Electric signs none
Es-electric signs none
Mar 20, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Jan 23, 1989
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 30
- Class - 2
Observed at exp's 1,2,4 installed illuminated multiple business signs reads "convenience shop"-"souvenir & gift center"-"nature cosmetic"-peony chinese bonsai"-"dg scarf inc"-spring cafe"-"marine corps career c
Nov 18, 2025
Resolve - Class - 2
At time of inspection i observed sidewalk shed installed on exposure #1,2,and 4 with inoperable light bulbs at underside the shed to bring illumination failure to provide lighting creates unsafe and mugging co
Feb 9, 2024 · Penalty $2,400
Active - Class - 2
Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. at the time of inspection, i observed multiple cracks on the facade at exposure 1, 2, and 4. missing mortar and expansion at joints on multiple locations
Aug 29, 2023 · Penalty $1,562
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to have new or altered plumbing system tested. during physicalinspection on 2.19.14 at approx 10:30 am i observed on the 1st flr at the dumpling store new gas fired and piping in use w/o gas test done
Feb 19, 2014 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit. during physical inspection on 2.19.14 at approx 10:30 am i observed 1 steamer, 1 grill and new gas piping and valves installed on the 1st flr of the dumpling store w/o a permit. remedy:
Feb 19, 2014 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. 42-411 failure to comply w/uses located w/i completely enclosed building noted: located w/i m15 zoning district. illegal exist multipledisplays furniture w/merchandise for sale to public which is located &
Oct 3, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o a permit. work noted: bldg having erected on front facade awning sign wording "new york gift center" 153a. work performed w/o firstobtaining dob permit. remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to
Jun 1, 2011 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3;27-345. noted: first flr store "new york gift center" created under appl #120615343 has missing firestopping as large openings.
Jun 1, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documennts and/or approved amendments. noted: first flr store located on nw part of bldg "newyork gift center" appl #120615343 plans amended on 5.18.01 do not show
Jun 1, 2011 · Penalty $500
Resolve - Class - 2
Work does not conform to approved construction documents &/or approvedamendments. noted: 1st fl store located on north-west part of the bldghas not indicated window & partition next to the walker st entrance &
Apr 4, 2011
Resolve
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- Class - 2
Sec. zr42-411. failure to comply w/uses located w/i a completely enclosed bldg. noted: located w/i m1-5 zoning district. illegal (exist) multiple displays furniture w/merchandise for sale to public which is
Mar 22, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit. work noted: 1) erected 3 awnings along centre street.2) extended existing awning at the corner of canal st and centre st & install illumination. remedy: obtain permit or restore to prior legal
Mar 22, 2011
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit.work noted:1st flr,commercial space#153a located @ canal st.subway entrance having erected new metal frame & glass partitions @ moneygrahm space & main entrance,new electric lines present & meta
Jan 28, 2011 · Penalty $400
Resolve - Class - 1
1008.1.2.2. failure to comply with door swing.direction noted:buildinghaving on first floor retail store exit door from store swings againstflow egress.remedy:comply door swing to egress direction.
Dec 29, 2010
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway.noted:first floor retail store having obstructed exit door by store merchandise. remedy: remove obstruction forthwith
Dec 29, 2010 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway noted: @ 1 fl corner store canal st & centre st exit passageway to st obstructed by bags w/ merchandise remedy: remove obstruction.
Aug 10, 2010 · Penalty $1,200
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o a permit work noted: @ corner store canal st & centre st 1. erect full height combustible partitions to subdivide in to 3 stores 2. install aluminum frame & glass w/ doors work 100% complete remedy: st
Aug 9, 2010 · Penalty $1,600
Resolve - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the c of o # 95025 illegal occupancy noted: store @ corner centre st & canal st subdivided onto 3 stores remedy: discontinue illegal occupancy
Aug 9, 2010
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply w/ uses located within a completely enclosed bldg noted within a m1-5 zoning district illegal exist multiple display furniture w/ merchandise hanging below which is located & partially obstruc
Aug 9, 2010 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a certificate of correction with the dept of building noted the following conditions: ecb violation #'s 34758470p;34152225p;34152259n must comply with the
Oct 21, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 1
Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. noted: the following conditions crawl space cellar location at commercial space has boxes & misc debris scattered throughout. there's no fire protection at
Oct 21, 2009 · Penalty $1,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec 28-102.1 misc viol: fail to comply w/an order of the comm, occupancy of premises contrary to vacate # 110/2008. noted: part of the firstfl at 153d, a store, was open & doing business at time of insp. remedy
Feb 5, 2009 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Sec. zr 42-411 failure to comply with uses located completely with in enclosed buildings. noted: located in a m1-5 zoning district exist multiple tables with merchandise for sale to the public. which is located
Aug 4, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Class - 2
Failure to comply with uses located completely within enclosed bldg note: located in a m1-5 zoning district exist multiple tables with merchandise as well as hanging ornaments being both over & on public sidewa
Aug 2, 2008 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to protect public & property affected by construction operations work being done under permit #104676922 has caused flood in cellar & adjacent properties(98 walker st & canal st train station)causing
Sep 24, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Work w/o permit work noted on facade of bldg at centre street and opposite side of bldg 4 approx 6x10 six ft by ten inch retention straps bolted to bldg starting at roof level and downwards 2 similing straps
Jun 26, 2003 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work w/o a permit. work noted: installed a metal structure approx 10'x2'x8' w/ a rolled gate at facade of bldg street level. remedy: obtaina permit or remove illegal metal structure.
Jun 10, 1999 · Penalty $250
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. work noted installed a metal structure approx. 10-'0" x 2'-0" x 8'-0" h with a roll down gate. location: installed on facade of building street level. remedy: obtain a permit.
Jul 9, 1997 · Penalty $350
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Illegal use in a manufacturing district. noted: commercial use extended to sidewalk at 1st fl front, contrary to zoning resolution, requiring enclosure of the use in mi-5 district. dba: uee (center) inc
Mar 29, 1997 · Penalty $240
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Illegal use in a manufacturing district noted: store front removed to create 4 small stores at 1st fl front, contrary to zoning resolution requiring enclosure of the use mi-5 district. dba: luggage caps, watch
Mar 22, 1997 · Penalty $475
Resolve
Complaints
- Heating
Heat related
Nov 19, 2007 · Apt 106
Close - Plumbing
Sprinkler
Nov 24, 2005 · Apt BLDG
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Office building (O5)
- Year built
- 1915
- Floors
- 3
- Residential units
- —
- Building area
- 12,500 ft²
- Lot area
- 4,166 ft²
- Zoning
- M1-5
- Community board
- 101
- Council district
- 1
- Block / lot
- 197 / 26
- Assessed value
- $2,772,450
- Landmark / historic district
- No
Questions about 240 Canal Street
Who owns 240 Canal Street?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Eglesau Estates Ltd.
Does 240 Canal Street have violations?
NYC HPD has no housing violations on record for this property.
Is 240 Canal Street rent stabilized?
No rent-stabilized units appear in its 2018–2024 tax bills. Individual apartments can still be regulated, so request the rent history from NYS Homes and Community Renewal if unsure.
When was 240 Canal Street built?
City records list 1915 as the year it was built.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.