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217 Bowery

Manhattan, NY 10002BBL 1-00426-0002Map

Owner of record: 217 Bowery Rlty Corp

217 Bowery is a walk-up apartment building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10002. It has 10 residential units across 6 floors. The owner of record is 217 Bowery Rlty Corp. HPD has recorded 25 housing violations here, most recently on April 1, 2024.

HPD violations
25
DOB violations
5
ECB violations
23
HPD complaints
12

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 1, 2024

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 · 25

  • 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
  • B

    Repair the roof so that it will not leak at ceiling at public hall, 6th story

    Oct 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardent material at ceiling at public hall, 6th story

    Oct 8, 2023

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 6th story

    Oct 8, 2023

    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.

    Mar 15, 2023

    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.

    Feb 15, 2022

    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 1, 2021

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • 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 at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • 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. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    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

    Jul 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Post sign on wall of entrance story bearing name, address including apartment number if any, and telephone number of superintendent, janitor or housekeeper. at public hall, 1st story

    Jul 18, 2019

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    § 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

    Jul 18, 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 5, 2018

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    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 minimum of 100 watts as required(light fixture(s) present). at front areaway

    May 23, 2018

    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 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.

    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 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.

    Feb 2, 2015

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed bx cable at ceilings in the 4th room from east at north and in the 5th room from east at north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 28, 2000 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed bx cable at ceiling in the kitchen located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 28, 2000 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • B

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of exposed electrical wiring at ceiling at hot water heater in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 28, 2000 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the leaky and/or defective faucets at bathtub in the bathroom located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 28, 2000 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed
  • A

    Repair the broken or defective plastered surfaces and paint in a uniform color the ceilings at kitchen, 4th room from east at north, and in the 5th room from east at north located at apt 8, 3rd story, 1st apartment from east at south

    Jun 28, 2000 · Apt 8

    Closed — Violation closed

DOB building violations · 5

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 13, 2021

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Oct 13, 2021

    Dob violation - active
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Jan 15, 2014

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Nov 10, 2005

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Jun 27, 2001

    Vw-violation work without permit - active

ECB violations · 23

  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with commissioner's order contained in summons #39096928j issued on 10/12/2023, and failure to file a certificate of correction pursuant to 28.201.1 and 1 rcny 102-01(d)(2). an acceptable cert

    Jan 29, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Found 1 weil mclain (model#978)gas fired boiler in cellar not registered, maintain boiler; correct violating condition submit certificate of correction

    Oct 12, 2023 · Penalty $310

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    I observed in katra restaurant in cellar installed hot water heater without a permit work done 100 percent, obtain permit

    Jul 23, 2021 · Penalty $6,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code complaint i observed in katra restaurant in kitchen area in cellar using flex hose on deep fryer, repair and/replace

    Jul 23, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed exit passageway:noted:front exit stairfrom cellar to 1st flr being used as coat room between floors.coats,racks,haners all on staircase obstructive egress of cabaret d/b/a katra.

    Jan 31, 2015 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed passageway. noted: exit stair between 1st flr & corner level of pa (place of assembly) dba "katra" being used as a coat room & obstructing egress. same condition cited in nov

    Feb 24, 2014

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to provide unobstructed passageway. noted: exit stair being used as coat room at 1st fl of eating/drinking caberet d/b/a "katra" obstructing egress. remedy: provide unobstructed egress.

    Oct 5, 2013 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain bldg in a code compliant manner. defect noted: at time of inspection staircases between/at 3rd & 4th floors are leaning out of plumb. remedy: repair &/or replace.

    Jun 7, 2013 · Penalty $200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failureto provide unobstructed exit passageway. note: north west exit from cellar to first floor partially obstructed with chairs,coat rack,ladder, plywood. rem: remove obstruction.

    May 8, 2010 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit noted: at the roof of the building bedroom/bathroom was built in conjunction with 6th fl creating vertical extension. remedy: obtain all permits and approvals if feasible or restore to prior

    Dec 21, 2005 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
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  • Non-hazardous

    Occupancy contrary to that allowed by c of o. noted: c of o legal states 6 story mixed use bldg. however a recessed vertical extension has been erected creating 7th flr w/bathroom and bedroom. remedy: amend

    Dec 21, 2005 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o a permit. d.j. booths erected in cellar and 1st floors this work not represented on alt 01 plans # 103196275 or plan # 103197531. remedy : remove illegal work

    Nov 10, 2005

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    No 2nd means of egress- obstructed. noted: at cellar level, north westexit door to fire rated stair obstructed by inwood swinging half door and by equipment in hall. remedy: remove obstructions and provide

    Sep 10, 2005 · Penalty $400

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain bldg wall (exterior)noted:rear of said premises south corner has vertical cracks thruout fls near windows.remedy:maintain bldg repair defects file with d.o.b. if necessary

    Aug 13, 2001 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved set of plans at time of inspection noted:gut demo & removal of floor joist in cellar,& 1st floor with exposed fire stopping,also excavation in rear yard approx 6 to 8 under fire-esca

    Jun 27, 2001 · Penalty $130

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit(expired permit)noted, gut renovation with removal of wood joist in cellar & first floor & excavation rear yard approx 6 to 8' under fire escape.alt1#101967793 exp 5/08/01 remedy:renew permit

    Jun 27, 2001 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Required means of egress obstructed. noted : means of egress obstructed by sealed up doors & resturant equipment at rear firescape. location rear courtyard. remedy : remove obstuctions immediately.

    Dec 22, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain building. noted: no railings or enclosures at 3rd,4th & 5th floor stairwells. location: stairwell at floors 3, 4 & 5. remedy: make all necessary repairs immediately.

    Oct 15, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Exhaust not termincating as per code noted at 3rd fl level gas washer dryer combrnation in foyer hallway lernivation inside of apt at 3rd fl west apt at either location remedy exhaust as per code tereminate

    Jul 1, 1999

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work without permit expired permit alteration #102060207 for sidewalkshed that is still in place at time of inspection has expired remedy renew permit as per code or move shed

    Mar 4, 1999 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans at premises at time of inspection. noted, no approved plans for alt number 101930415. make area safe, provide approved plans as per code.

    Oct 23, 1998

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Side wall shed does not meet building code a specifications. noted, side walk shed at front of building no lights installed, no pads at loose of vertical up rights, razor wire installed along side walls par

    Oct 23, 1998 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain building wall (exterior) a)brown stone concrete blocks dislodged creating 1/2" air gaps at mortar joints at 5th fl frontfacade east. b)2 windows sealed at 5 th fl. c)conc. plaster cracked at

    Jul 21, 1998

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Dec 13, 2025 · Apt 4A

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 12, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 10, 2025 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Dec 8, 2025 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Water leak

    Slow leak

    May 19, 2024 · Apt 6B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 2, 2023 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2019 · Apt 5C

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Jan 21, 2019 · Apt BLDG

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 26, 2015 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 26, 2015 · Apt 4B

    Close
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  • Door/window

    Door

    Oct 19, 2015 · Apt 4B

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Entire building

    Mar 26, 2015 · Apt ENT

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Walk-up apartment building (C7)
Year built
1900
Floors
6
Residential units
10
Building area
12,700 ft²
Lot area
2,496 ft²
Zoning
C6-1
Community board
103
Council district
1
Block / lot
426 / 2
Assessed value
$1,353,150
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #143705, last renewed Oct 17, 2025.

Questions about 217 Bowery

Who owns 217 Bowery?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 217 Bowery Rlty Corp.

Does 217 Bowery have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 25 housing violations at this property.

Is 217 Bowery 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 217 Bowery built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 217 Bowery?

It has 10 residential units and 11 units in total.

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