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251 Canal Street

Manhattan, NY 10013BBL 1-00209-0024Map

Owner of record: Tai Fook Corp

251 Canal Street is a hotel built in 1915 in Manhattan, 10013. The owner of record is Tai Fook Corp. HPD has recorded 18 housing violations here, most recently on April 29, 2026. 18 of the 18 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
18
DOB violations
21
ECB violations
21
HPD complaints
0

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 29, 2026

Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.

Good
No unpaid ECB fines

No balance due on recent ECB violations.

Rent stabilization

No rent-stabilized units in 2018–2024 tax bills

Some apartments can still be regulated. Use the rent-stabilized checker or request the rent history from HCR.

Violations

Most recent first. Showing up to 50 per agency.

HPD housing violations · 18

  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 29, 2026

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 17, 2025

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Jun 4, 2025

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 22, 2024

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2024

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 15, 2023

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Mar 15, 2023

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 2, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 15, 2022

    Open — Info nov sent out
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  • A

    File annual bedbug report in accordance with hpd rule as described on the back of this notice of violation or as described on hpds website, www.nyc.gov\hpd, search bed bugs.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Open — Nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Apr 1, 2021

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 25, 2019

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 5, 2018

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Nov 6, 2017

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 24, 2016

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Oct 1, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out
  • I

    And is therefore subject to civil penalties, prohibited from certifying violations, and denied the right to recover possession of premises for nonpayment of rent until a valid registration statement is filed.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Open — Info nov sent out

DOB building violations · 21

  • Construction other optional

    Ftc w/commissioner's order control#347827 vio#081125pi10203sb dated 08/11/25 requiring owner to provide a corrective action plan by 9/11/25 & start repairs under permit by 10/11/25&compl/signed of by 11/11/25.as of 10/23/25 a cap&evidence of repr work was not rec'd immed comply w/commissioner's order 347287 vio#081125pi10203sb

    Oct 23, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Corrective action plan req'd-obsvd @ exp1 ner exp1/2 on ground floor a crack in the prefab panal system. @ exp4 obsvd cracked/spalling/ loose stucco near 2fl by exp1/4 corner. owner to immed retain desing prof in good standing w/dob&nys to submit corrective action plan by sept 11 2025 bldg to repaired under permit

    Aug 11, 2025

    Dob violation - active
  • Immediate emergency anythingoptional

    Erect apprx 10 linear feet of sidewalk shed along expo 1 (lafayette st ) centered at the corner of expo 1/4

    Aug 11, 2025

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2016 inspection/test

    Sep 15, 2017

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 3, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2014 inspection/test

    Jun 10, 2015

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 11, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Mar 10, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 4, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Nov 10, 2010

    Dob violation - resolved
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  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 29, 2008

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatoroptional

    Ll1081-local law 10/81 - elevator elevatoroptional

    Mar 21, 2008

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Oct 31, 2007

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 19, 2001

    Vw-violation work without permit - active
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 25, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Jun 25, 1990

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Mar 17, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Mar 17, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Electric signs none

    Es-electric signs none

    Mar 17, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Plumbing none

    P-plumbing none

    Jan 20, 1989

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Sep 29, 1988

    Dob violation - dismissed

ECB violations · 21

  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order in dob violation 102325pi10201tc / 348323, dated 10/23/2025. respondent was required to submit an engineer's report concerning structurally deficient conditions.

    Sep 29, 2026 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with bc 3307.6.5.6 sharp edges, sidewalk shed vertical elements have shape edges in several locations by pedestrian's passageway. bolts without a cap create hazards for pedestrians using the a

    May 5, 2026 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with commisioner's order 102325pi10201tc and control#348323 dated 10/23/2025. no compliance on file for corrective action plan. remedy: comply with the commissioner's order.

    Dec 4, 2025 · Penalty $6,280

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in a code-compliant manner. building is a5 story mixed use on a corner lot. observed at the corner of exposure 1 and 2, on the ground floor. crack in prefab panel system. at the cor

    Aug 11, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign on display without a permit.(amiri)rem:remove illegal sign.

    Jan 9, 2024 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Outdoor advertising company sign on display without a permit.(smart water)rem:remove illegal sign.

    Nov 9, 2023 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit on canal street side facing north one sign long 6fl,height 2 ft mention "sang sang jewelry"location wall/facade.rem:obtain all required permits.

    Aug 21, 2017

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/uses located within a completely enclosed buildingin m-5b-manufacturing district.noted:illegally exiss store merchandisefor sale to public on display furnitures, slot boards, wheeled stands,

    Apr 14, 2015 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cert of occupancy or dob records.illegal occupancy noted:bldg having on 1st flr occupied several retail stores along canal st & lafayette st.contrary to c of o#104028106t01

    Jan 15, 2011

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ uses located within a completely enclosed bldg in a m1-5 zoning district.noted:illegally exists tables & display furniture that are being stored on public sidewalk w/ merchandise for sale w

    Jan 15, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
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  • Class - 1

    Work w/o permit.work noted:bldg having on 1 flr retail space (south part of bldg)erected full height partitions to divide retail space into several stores & erected @ front facades retractable awnings along laf

    Jan 15, 2011

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to provide contractor sign on sidewalk shed as required by d.o.b. remedy: post contractors sign as per d.o.b.

    Mar 21, 2006 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit: expired permit. noted. temporary construction wood fence 8' high, appr. 80' long at lafayette st and appr. 36' long at canal st. (front of bldg.) erected under application# 104028106 for

    Mar 9, 2006

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Questionable const.stop all work stairwell to roof bulkhead has been terninated at the roof level with a small skylite.no access to roof.failure to provide approved plans at this time of inspection.remedy:stop

    Aug 13, 2004

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Questionalbe const-stop all work. stairwell to roof bulkhead has been terminated at the roof level with a small sky-lite.no access to roof level.failure to provide approved plans at time of inspection.remedy:

    Apr 20, 2004 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain adequate housekeeping noted:(1)excessive construc tion debris at roof roofing wooden boards(2)construction material not properly disributed(over loading potions of roof)sand bags stacks,cem

    Oct 31, 2003 · Penalty $500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building ( hazardous ) noted : large holes betwee n 2' x 3' size to 6" x 6" size have been knocked in fire rated public hall walls at 1, 2, 3 floors electical extension cords running through

    Feb 11, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contary to that allwoed by c of o noted - c of o #14775 indicates fls 2-5 to remain vacant - they are ocuppied by offices and are contrary to c of o 1st story to be a curch room on c of o how ever 1st

    Feb 11, 2003 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by cofo noted: cofo#14775 indicates floors 2-5 to remain vacant floors are now occupied by commercial users contrary to noted cofo. remedy: discontinue illegal use or amend co

    Nov 14, 2002 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without a permit work ntoed: demolition in progress by removing all interior partitions on second floor without a formct. remedy: stop all work immedicately. obtain permite and approved from building depar

    Sep 19, 2001

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain wood joist temporarily supported by wood posts at cellar ceiling note joist section cut away. remedy provide proper supprot for wood joists provide engineer report as to structural stability

    Jan 10, 1989 · Penalty $500

    Resolve

Complaints

No HPD complaints in our records

Complaint data is still being backfilled from NYC Open Data.

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

Sales come from the NYC Department of Finance rolling sales file.

Building details

Building type
Hotel (H3)
Year built
1915
Floors
5
Residential units
—
Building area
11,047 ft²
Lot area
1,950 ft²
Zoning
M1-5/R10
Community board
102
Council district
1
Block / lot
209 / 24
Assessed value
$1,998,000
Landmark / historic district
No

Questions about 251 Canal Street

Who owns 251 Canal Street?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Tai Fook Corp.

Does 251 Canal Street have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 18 housing violations at this property.

Is 251 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 251 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.