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159 Avenue B

Manhattan, NY 10009BBL 1-00393-0001Map

Owner of record: Huntington House HDFC

159 Avenue B is an elevator apartment building built in 1908 in Manhattan, 10009. It has 28 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is Huntington House HDFC. HPD has recorded 46 housing violations here, most recently on May 7, 2026. 21 of the 46 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
46
DOB violations
71
ECB violations
128
HPD complaints
43

What to know

Concern
1 open Class C

Immediately hazardous issues among recent violations are still open.

Good
Last violation May 7, 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 · 46

  • 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.

    May 7, 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 12, 2025

    Open — 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 16, 2024

    Open — 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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 29, 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.

    Mar 8, 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.

    Mar 8, 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 2e, 2nd story, 1st apartment from west at north

    Feb 14, 2022 · Apt 2E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 16, 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 16, 2021

    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, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Post notice, in form approved by the department, stating the name and location of the person designated by the owner to have key to buildings heating system ... at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 16, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post and maintain a proper sign on wall of entrance story showing the registration number assigned by the department and the address of the building.

    Oct 16, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper.

    Oct 16, 2020

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Post a proper notice of smoke detector requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, at or near the mail box ... at public hall, 1st story

    Oct 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post a proper notice of carbon monoxide detecting device requirements, in a form approved by the commissioner, in a common area of a class a multiple dwelling near inspection certificate or provide notice to tenants in a private dwelling.

    Oct 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Post, in a form approved by the commissioner, and maintain a notice in a common area of the building regarding the procedures that should be followed when a gas leak is suspected

    Oct 16, 2020

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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 4, 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 25, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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, 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.

    Oct 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat for the apartment in the entire apartment located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide hot water at all hot water fixtures in the entire apartment located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of heat from an approved central heating system, or an approved system of gas or electrical heating in good operating condition for the dwelling unit in the entire apartment located at apt 5e, 5th story, 1st apartment from north at east

    Apr 6, 2018 · Apt 5E

    Closed — Violation closed
  • 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.

    Dec 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.

    Nov 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 23, 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 24, 2016

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 16, 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.

    Oct 1, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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.

    Mar 2, 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

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    File with this department a registration statement for building.

    May 2, 2001

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color bathroom ceiling 4th story front north apt no 8.

    Mar 12, 1975

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    D26-10.01 adm code repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color kitchen ceiling 4th story front north apt no 8.

    Mar 12, 1975

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 71

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Dec 11, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    Atoi observed split a/c unit installed & wired with connection to an electrical disconnect box to supply power to a/c unit attached approximately 10 ft. above grade to building's facade at exposure #4. search of dept. databases indicate work was performed without the required permit on file with department records as per code (28-105.1)

    Sep 25, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2024

    Dob violation - active
  • Low pressure boiler boiler required

    Violation issued-failure to file 2018 external low pressure inspection

    Jun 20, 2023

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 24, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jul 8, 2021

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Failure to post energy grade/score none

    Failure to display energy efficiency score and energy efficiency grade as per adcode sec. 28-309.12.3

    Apr 29, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 2, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2020

    Dob violation - active
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  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Feb 2, 2020

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Nov 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    Aug 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 26, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Failure to benchmark none

    Failure to file benchmarking report of energy use as per ad. code sec. 28-309.4

    May 2, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator - failure to file category 1 2017 inspection/test

    Apr 5, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Mar 6, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Mar 6, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 9, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 28, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 14, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Oct 31, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 22, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 9, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Aug 9, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jul 11, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 27, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Jun 19, 2018

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    May 16, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 4, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 4, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Apr 4, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2016 cat 1 insp/tst

    Jan 26, 2018

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jan 24, 2018

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 29, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Nov 29, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 6, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Jun 14, 2017

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator affirmation of correction elevatorrequired

    Vio issued to elevator - fail to correct defects on 2014 cat 1 insp/tst

    Nov 14, 2016

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    May 16, 2016

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

    Failure to certify correction on immediately hazardous (class 1) ecb violation

    Sep 23, 2015

    Dob violation - active
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 29, 2015

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Apr 30, 2014

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator elevatorrequired

    E-elevator elevatorrequired

    Sep 25, 2013

    Dob violation - resolved
  • Elevator annual inspection / test elevatorrequired

    Violation issued to elevator-failure to file category 1 2011 inspection/test

    Oct 1, 2012

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 128

  • Class - 2

    Class 2: emergency phone inoperative, provide 2 way communication service. missing braille tag for door open button, install.

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed in basement sprinkler heads obstructed and broken waste lines. the first floor bathrooms no trap wrap insulation under sinks which is contrary to code sections bc 903.3.3 and pc 102.3, repair and/or re

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed on the first floor two gas lines and gas dryers installed and completed 100 percent with no permits on file, obtain all permits

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed outside in the street fire department connection missing a cap and painted green wrong color when there is standpipe in the building. fresh air vent is missing cover plate the required 5 year hydrostat

    Dec 11, 2025 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At the time of re-hazardous inspection, conditions remained uncorrected. observed unprotected hole penetrations at the first-floor telecom room and rpz room, creating an ongoing potential fire hazard. these con

    Nov 18, 2025 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    At time of inspection, i observed several sprinkler heads painted throughout basement as cited in original violation #39140658y causing a potential fire hazard., repair and/replace

    Nov 18, 2025 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    All conditions have been removed; however, no certificate of correction is on file for violation #39140655z issued 3/6/2025. cited were: unpermitted metal kick legs installed at the bottom of doors throughout t

    Nov 18, 2025 · Penalty $3,125

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to ground electrical system; grounding electrode conductor in water-meter room is rusted through and disconnected. system left ungrounded, creating shock/fatal hazard. conditions match violation #356365

    Nov 18, 2025 · Penalty $25,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner. observed sprinkler heads painted throughout basement level. also first floor sprinkler is being obstructed by the ceiling tile installed. potential fire ha

    Mar 6, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Observed in laundry room flex piping for gas lines to dryer. gas linesmust be hard pipe and rigid to prevent leakage. potential hazard., repair and/or replace

    Mar 6, 2025 · Penalty $625

    Active
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  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: use of prohibited door and/or hardware per bc 1008.1 (2014 code); 27-371; bc 1008.1.9 (2014 code); bc 1010.1.8 (2022 code); bc 1010.1.9 (2022 code). observ

    Mar 6, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code-compliant manner: no fire stopping per bc 712.3 (2014 code); 27-345; bc 711.2.4 (2022 code. observed hole penetration at telecom room and rpz room on first floor. potential

    Mar 6, 2025 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Class 2 items: in-car exhaust fan inoperative. replace worn car door retainers (gibs). provide an updated maintenance log. provide a maintenance control program.

    Mar 4, 2025 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation# 39075202h issued on 12/06/2022 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failur

    May 14, 2024 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Category 1 and brake maintenance tags expired. provide a updated maintenance log. fire extinguisher not expiration tag. sign missing on machine room door. communicatiin-car inoperative. fan in-car inoperative.

    Mar 12, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#39075202h issued on 12/06/22 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. (failure

    Feb 15, 2024 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts: failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#039075202h issued on 12/06/22and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. failure t

    Dec 14, 2023 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Observed: at cellar level, storage room, corridors, utilities rooms, several opening due pipe/ cables penetration and ceiling damages without fire stopping provided, provide/maintain fire stopping

    Dec 6, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Observed: certificate of occupancy # 103083/1993, indicated at the cellar level (boiler, meter,compactor, lift, a.c, sprinkler rm, pump,storage rm,maintenance, shop, janitors, closet and toile) observed, shop r

    Dec 6, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Observed in basement/cellar active water leak on pump located in boiler room. as per pc 102.3 installations, both existing and new, and parts thereof shall be maintained in proper operating condition in accorda

    Dec 6, 2022 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    As per one ao smith, natural gas fired hw boiler. model no. hw-670-300, ansi no. z21. 13-2017; boiler not registered. apply for proper permits. correct violations, call for an inspection.

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 2

    As per one weil mclain 688 hot water heating boiler. boiler not registered as per dept. of buildings records. apply for proper permits, correct violations and register boiler.

    Nov 30, 2022 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to ground electrical systems.i observed in the main water meter room the grounding electrode conductor completely deteriorated that it rusted through and disconnected.the electrical system is currently

    May 31, 2022 · Penalty $24,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Unsafe,unsuitable electrical equipment in use.i observed on every floor including roof and basement multiple exit,emergency lights that are not in operation when tested.remedy:comply with electrical code.repair

    May 31, 2022 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply with commissioner's orders.records indicate no app was made to correct or certify ecb#'s 35634425h & 35361689k.rem:comply with commissioner's orders.

    Jan 22, 2022 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts failure to comply with commissioner's orders.records indicate no app was made to correct or certify ecb#35634219r & 35361689k rem:comply with commissioner's orders.

    Dec 4, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts,failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner. failure to correct & certify summons#35361689k use of flex card as permanentwiring method in laundry room & summons#35358852y failure to comply wi

    Nov 20, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Unlawful acts.failure to comply w/an order of the commissioner.failureto correct & certify summons ecb#35415182m misc. violation of the electrical code technical standards.ec110.11 failure to protect against de

    Oct 14, 2021

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    I observed in the boiler room the improper termination of the conductors supplying power to the aquastat on the hot water storage tank. previous violating conditions written under ecb #35422400r photos taken, p

    Sep 27, 2021 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    I observed in the corridor outside of room labeled apt 13 a 3/4" conduit unsupported as required per ec., properly secure/support emt

    Sep 27, 2021 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in codecompliant manner.i observed gas leak on gas pipes to boiler.coned called&shut gas valve.location of leak wasin bsmt.repair &/or replace photos taken

    Sep 27, 2021 · Penalty $3,125

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Boiler room ceiling noy totally fire rated.correct violating condition and submit a certificate of correction.

    Sep 15, 2021 · Penalty $1,562

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Door lock monitoring was installed as mandated by code 3.10.12. door lock monitoring is wired and powered up on the controller but not working(cu). brake maintenance tag missing date brake was service . cat one

    Aug 25, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation #3537269l issued on 1/1//19 & to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01.work w/out permit.remedy:comply

    Nov 30, 2020 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Upon inspection device was found to be out of service. restore to service immediately and contact nycdob for a complete inspection.

    Mar 2, 2020 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35372690l issued on 1/18/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. for work w/o a permit. rem

    Feb 21, 2020 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35372690l issued on 01/18/19 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of

    Jan 3, 2020 · Penalty $12,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    59/m/7 brake tag missing provide. maintenance log have to update provide, 99/m/7 one year missing provide.

    Dec 23, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/ the commissioner's order contained in summons/violation#35372690l issued on 1/18/19 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. remedy:co

    Nov 23, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply w/the comm's order contained in summons/vio#35372690l issued on 12/03/18 & to file a c of c pursuant to 28-201.1 & 1rcny 102-01. work w/o permit. remedy: comply w/comm's order &/or file a c of

    Oct 9, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissioners order contained in summons/violation#35372690l issued on 12/03/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01.work without a permit.rem

    Jul 30, 2019 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    An unlawful act failure to comply with an order of the commissioners failure to correct and certify summosn#s 35423687h and 354151834 comply with ec code/obtain (get) permit

    Jul 17, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    An unlawful act.failure to comply with an order of the commissioner.failure to correct and certify summons#35415182m.rem:comply with ec code/obtain permit.

    May 31, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to comply with the commissionrs order contained in summons/ violation # 35372690l issued on 12/3/18 and to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28-201.1 and 1rcny 102-01. work without a perm

    May 18, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Found weil mclain model 688 operating with defects. missing spill switch. correct all violating conditions and submit the certificate of correction.

    Apr 15, 2019 · Penalty $312

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Electrical work w/o a permit.observed in basement the installation of emt conduit,branch circuit wiring & safety over current devices for motorized pump system in storage rm labeled apt 13.rem:comply w/code/obt

    Apr 4, 2019 · Penalty $4,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to secure/support electrical metallic tubing (emt)properly observed in basement in ac mechanical room #1 emt from disconnect switch to mechanical unit without proper support.also noted in ejector pump

    Apr 4, 2019

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide ground fault circuit interrupter (gfci) protection as required observed on upper rooftop defective ground fault circuit interrupter receptacles also noted in first floor kitchen defective mis

    Apr 4, 2019 · Penalty $1,200

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to provide effective electrical continuity for metal raceways enclosure/cable armor.observed in basement boiler room the improper termination of the raceway to the hot water stroage tank agustat.also in

    Apr 4, 2019 · Penalty $6,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.observed on 04/04/19 at above address no sprinkler protection for offices located on the first floor.rem:repair and replace

    Apr 4, 2019 · Penalty $1,563

    Active

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 22, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jul 21, 2026 · Apt 2C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 20, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 3, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 30, 2026 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 3, 2024 · Apt THEWHO

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 24, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 27, 2024 · Apt 4A

    Close
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  • Safety

    Window guard broken/missing

    Dec 1, 2022 · Apt 5F

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 1, 2022 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Mar 26, 2022 · Apt 3E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 23, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 14, 2022 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 13, 2022 · Apt 2E

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Ceiling

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Pests

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Unsanitary condition

    Mold

    Oct 9, 2020 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Jan 10, 2020 · Apt 6N

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 20, 2019 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Feb 4, 2019 · Apt 999

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 31, 2019 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 22, 2019 · Apt 6A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Apr 5, 2018 · Apt 5E

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 603

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Nov 14, 2017 · Apt 603

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 10, 2017 · Apt 6A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 9, 2017 · Apt 6A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 9, 2017 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 24, 2016 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 11, 2016 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Oct 5, 2016 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    May 19, 2016 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    May 19, 2016 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 14, 2016 · Apt 1D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Feb 11, 2008 · Apt 6C

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Jan 19, 2006 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2005 · Apt 3F

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 28, 2005 · Apt 2D

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Dec 26, 2005 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heating

    Heat related

    Nov 9, 2005 · Apt 2E

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Elevator apartment building (D5)
Year built
1908
Floors
6
Residential units
28
Building area
31,267 ft²
Lot area
6,603 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
393 / 1
Assessed value
$4,077,450
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #109743, last renewed Dec 23, 2025.

Questions about 159 Avenue B

Who owns 159 Avenue B?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Huntington House HDFC.

Does 159 Avenue B have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 46 housing violations at this property.

Is 159 Avenue B 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 159 Avenue B built?

City records list 1908 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 159 Avenue B?

It has 28 residential units and 29 units in total.

Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.