196 Avenue A
Manhattan, NY 10009BBL 1-00406-0002Map
Owner of record: Avenue A Corner Owner LLC
196 Avenue A is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1910 in Manhattan, 10009. It has 3 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is Avenue A Corner Owner LLC. HPD has recorded 40 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024.
- HPD violations
- 40
- DOB violations
- 28
- ECB violations
- 13
- HPD complaints
- 35
What to know
No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.
Date of the most recent HPD inspection that found a problem.
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 · 40
- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - IInformation / order
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
Closed — Violation dismissed - CImmediately hazardous
Replace or repair the self-closing doors that is missing or defective ... in the entrance located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2022 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair the roof so that it will not leak over the ceiling in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2022 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling in the 3rd room from east at north located at apt 3, 4th story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 19, 2022 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
May 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 4th story
May 19, 2022
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
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
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- ANon-hazardous
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 - ANon-hazardous
§ 329, m/d law and dept. rules and regs. provide a completed certificate of inspection visits in a proper frame at or near mailboxes, bottom edge of frame between 48-62 inches above floor missing at public hall, 1st story
Mar 10, 2020
Closed — Violation dismissed - ANon-hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at south wall public hall , 1st story
Apr 2, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at south wall public hall , 1st story
Apr 2, 2016
Closed — Violation closed - IInformation / order
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 - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiles in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jul 29, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective lock at apt2 mail box door at public hall, 1st story
May 22, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective wood floor tiles in the 2nd room from north at west located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective floor tiles in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Replace with new the broken or defective metal excutcheon plate at heat riser at ceiling and floor in the 1st room from north at west located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color at ceiling and south wall in the 1st room from north at center located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Provide ventilation for water closet compartment and/or bathroom and file application for approval before doing work missing in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective ceramic floor tiels in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective grouting material around bath tub from floor to south wall in the bathroom located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
And dept. rules and regulations. remove the encumbrance obstructing egress from fire escapes air condition protruding out beyond window sill on 3rd story balcony, front south at fire escape
May 22, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector defective in the entire apartment located at apt 2, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south
May 22, 2015 · Apt 2
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
Post and maintain a proper notice on wall of the entrance story in english and spanish on the availability of the agencys housing information guide. a sample notice can be found at www.nyc.gov/hpd. at public hall, 1st story
Mar 13, 2015
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Provide adequate lighting at or near the outside of the front entranceway of the building and keep same burning from sunset every day to sunrise on the day following 200 watts minimum required (light fixtures present)
May 2, 2014
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Repair or replace the smoke detector missing in the entire apartment located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Arrange and make self-closing the doors .. in the entrance located at apt 1, 2nd story, 1st apartment from east at south
Jun 14, 2010 · Apt 1
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration wood deck created at extention roof at rear of building for tenant in apt # 1 , 2nd story
Jun 14, 2010
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 1 sty public hall and on boiler room door.
Apr 30, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Install and maintain sufficient light or lights of at least 100 watts incandescent or equivalent each, to light adequately from sunset to sunrise the rear yard court fixture present bulbs missing.
Apr 30, 1999
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Remove the illegal fastening panic bar and bolt with eye at stair bulkhead door to roof.
Apr 30, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire egress defective. remove obstructing bars or unlawful gates from window to fire escape or provide approved type gate at 4 sty south apt 3. , section '' ''
Mar 29, 1999 · Apt 3
Closed — Violation closed - ANon-hazardous
§ 300 m/d law file plans and application and legalize the following alteration or restore to the legal condition existing prior to the making of said alteration door from front room of 2 sty apt to pub hall sealed with sheet metal.
Mar 24, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing corner gussiet plate at handrail 3 sty balcony bldg rear.
Mar 24, 1999
Closed — Violation dismissed - BHazardous
Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing corner gussiet plate at handrail 3 sty balcony bldg front.
Mar 24, 1999
Closed — Violation closed - CImmediately hazardous
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 1 sty public hall near mailbox
Mar 10, 1996
Closed — Violation closed
DOB building violations · 28
- Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2024 external low pressure inspection
Nov 14, 2025
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2023 external low pressure inspection
Sep 23, 2024
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2020 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2021 external low pressure inspection
Jun 30, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2019 external low pressure inspection
Jun 20, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued-failure to file 2022 external low pressure inspection
Apr 25, 2023
Dob violation - active
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- Construction other optional
The borough commissioner has issued a stop work order for application #120690421 due to revocation of approvals/permits. stop all work immed iately, make site safe, provide all required information to borough co mmissioner's office forthwith
Jul 10, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2016 inspection report
Apr 6, 2018
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2015 inspection report
Feb 24, 2017
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2012 inspection report
May 15, 2014
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Low pressure boiler boiler required
Violation issued for failure to file annual boiler 2011 inspection report
Mar 1, 2013
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 1, 2009
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Jan 31, 2005
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 13, 2004
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Feb 7, 2000
Dob violation - dismissed - Boilers boiler required
Ll6291-local law 62/91 - boilers boiler required
Mar 16, 1999
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 8, 1996
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 8, 1996
Vp-violation unserved ecb-active - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 8, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed - Construction other optional
C-construction other optional
Apr 8, 1996
Dob violation - dismissed
ECB violations · 13
- Class - 2
Failure to file required annual boiler inspection reports for low-pressure boiler 10000112066n0001 in accordance with the rules of the department. 1rcny 103-01(d)(1) requires that an annual inspection report fo
Dec 16, 2024 · Penalty $625
Active - Class - 2
Occupancy contrary to that allowed by the cert of occupancy cert#50343does not list recreational area on roof.rem:discontinue illegal occupancy or amend c of o.
Jul 18, 2017 · Penalty $3,000
Resolve - Class - 2
Work w/o permit.@time of insp observed work done w/o permit new deck constructed on the roof 24'x12'constructed from wood w/metal & wood railing 4'high around the perimeter of the deck about 98%complete.obtain
Jul 18, 2017 · Penalty $2,000
Resolve - Class - 1
Work w/o permit. work noted: at time of inspection observed 1)basementlevel full partition erected including wooden door & insulation layer to create room/fridge size approx 30ft length.10ft width,8ft high.
Jun 14, 2016 · Penalty $1,630
Resolve - Hazardous
B4b/bq9/.bq9-no federal boiler serial#13409 & new carlin oil burner installed & up & running on this day w/o bl & fb permits.
Dec 18, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
B4a/16/24b/50/50a/50b/50c/.50-boiler flue pipe supported w/band iron.50a-boiler safety valve not upright & not piped down.50b-boiler draft hood is not 11 inches from top of bachet as per amutactor stamp on hood
Dec 18, 2007
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg exterior. noted: at front facade of bldg brickwork bulging outwear/separating from bldg at 2nd & 3rd fl levels approx 3-4". remedy: repair all defects at once, provide protection
Jun 2, 1999
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain bldg. noted: at various locations throughout public hallway sloping from north to south direction. remedy: repair all defects at once in a safe & lawful manner, submit a stability repo
Jun 2, 1999 · Penalty $2,500
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Work without a permit. noted: partitions removed and replace and 2 new bathrooms & kitchen installed at 4th floor level 90% complete. 4th floor partitions walls, bathroom, and kitchen removed and ceiling remove
Nov 7, 1997
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain exterior building wall. noted: brick wall at front of building ave a bulging approx. 4" at 2nd floor level thru 4th floor level. remedy: maintain exterior wall as per code & provide stabilit
Nov 2, 1997
Resolve
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- Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain building exterior noted: building facade (front fo bldg) is separating /bulding approx 2"-3" between 2nd and 3rd floorand is in danger of collapse creating a hazardous condition. remedy:
Sep 2, 1997 · Penalty $800
Resolve - Non-hazardous
Failure to maintain building noted: floors sagging from north to south approx 2"-30 including public hallways creating a hazardous condition. remedy: (1) submit a structure stability report form prof. engineer.
Sep 2, 1997
Resolve - Hazardous
Failure to maintain building exterior wall. severe bulging of front facade form 2nd floor to 4th floor and from mid point of building over to 2nd window of adjacent bldg
Apr 10, 1995
Resolve
Complaints
- Heat/hot water
Entire building
Mar 20, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 5, 2026 · Apt 123
Close - Plumbing
Bathtub/shower
Jan 13, 2026 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Apr 9, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Feb 9, 2024 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
No lighting
Feb 1, 2023 · Apt BLDG
Close - Water leak
Damp spot
May 15, 2022 · Apt 3
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
May 15, 2022 · Apt 3
Close - Unsanitary condition
Mold
May 15, 2022 · Apt 3
Close - Safety
Smoke detector
May 1, 2022 · Apt 23
Close
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- Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jun 16, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
May 31, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Mar 31, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Mar 15, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 20, 2016 · Apt 3
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 18, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - General
Signage missing
Jan 18, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Power outage
Jan 18, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Entire building
Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Heat/hot water
Apartment only
Jan 5, 2016 · Apt 2
Close - Plumbing
Steam pipe/riser
Dec 3, 2015 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Nov 14, 2015 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Jul 20, 2015 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
Jul 20, 2015 · Apt 2
Close - General
Bell/buzzer/intercom
Jul 6, 2015 · Apt 2
Close - General
Mailbox
Dec 20, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Door/window
Door
Dec 20, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Ceiling
Dec 20, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Paint/plaster
Wall
Dec 20, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Flooring/stairs
Floor
Dec 20, 2014 · Apt 2
Close - Electric
Wiring
May 6, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - General
Floor
May 6, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - General
Stairs
May 6, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Nonconst
Vermin
Mar 20, 2010 · Apt 1
Close - Heating
Heat related
Dec 25, 2007 · Apt 2
Close
Sales history
No recorded sales in our data
Building details
- Building type
- Mixed residential and retail building (S3)
- Year built
- 1910
- Floors
- 4
- Residential units
- 3
- Building area
- 3,664 ft²
- Lot area
- 1,200 ft²
- Zoning
- R7A
- Community board
- 103
- Council district
- 2
- Block / lot
- 406 / 2
- Assessed value
- $1,674,000
- Landmark / historic district
- No
HPD registration #137630, last renewed Oct 3, 2025.
Questions about 196 Avenue A
Who owns 196 Avenue A?
The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is Avenue A Corner Owner LLC.
Does 196 Avenue A have violations?
Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 40 housing violations at this property.
Is 196 Avenue A 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 196 Avenue A built?
City records list 1910 as the year it was built.
How many apartments are in 196 Avenue A?
It has 3 residential units and 4 units in total.
Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOB, ECB/OATH, DOF). Records can lag the city's systems. Data refreshed weekly.