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197 1 Avenue

Manhattan, NY 10003BBL 1-00454-0045Map

Owner of record: 12th & 1st De LLC

197 1 Avenue is a mixed residential and retail building built in 1900 in Manhattan, 10003. It has 4 residential units across 4 floors. The owner of record is 12th & 1st De LLC. HPD has recorded 26 housing violations here, most recently on April 14, 2026. 5 of the 26 most recent violations are still open.

HPD violations
26
DOB violations
10
ECB violations
37
HPD complaints
7

What to know

Good
No open Class C

No open immediately-hazardous violations among recent records.

Good
Last violation Apr 14, 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 · 26

  • C

    Remove device preventing door from being self-closing kick down door stop at entrance door to building , 1st story

    Apr 14, 2026

    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.

    Jun 4, 2025

    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, 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
  • 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
  • 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

    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
  • B

    Remove all encumbrances consisting of garbage bins at public hall, 2nd story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 2nd story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
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  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 1st story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • A

    Paint with light colored paint to the satisfaction of this department at ceiling at public hall, 3rd story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • B

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective fire retardant material at ceiling at public hall, 4th story

    Feb 8, 2022

    Open — Nov sent out
  • C

    Fire escape defective. replace with new the broken, defective and/or missing drop ladder at building front at fire escape

    Nov 10, 2021

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    M/d law abate the nuisance consisting of shedding cover obstructing drop ladder at building front at fire escape

    Nov 10, 2021

    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 1, 2021

    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 fixtyre(s) present). at front areaway

    May 22, 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.

    Nov 6, 2017

    Closed — Violation dismissed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range kitchen 3 sty apt 3 er1 located at apt 3

    May 26, 1993 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Replace with new the missing glass 1 light top sash window 3 sty public hall er1.

    May 25, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Properly repair with similar material the broken or defective cement and tile floor 2 sty public hall stairs trip hazard er1.

    May 25, 1993

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures gas range and space heater 3 sty apt 3 er1. located at apt 3

    May 25, 1993 · Apt 3

    Closed — Violation closed
  • C

    Provide an adequate supply of gas to the fixtures all apts entire building 0833-513.

    Mar 24, 1993

    Closed — Violation dismissed

DOB building violations · 10

  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2019

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Aug 22, 2019

    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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 2, 2010

    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
  • Fail to certify class 1 none

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

    Dec 2, 2010

    Dob violation - dismissed
  • Emergency none

    Egncy-emergency none

    Aug 30, 2010

    Dob violation - active
  • Construction other optional

    C-construction other optional

    Mar 3, 2008

    Dob violation - active

ECB violations · 37

  • Class - 2

    Noted advertising sign/ banner at facade exp.#2 copy "emotional support & coach" with black letters on white background, approx. 15'x25' installed without a permit., obtain all permits

    Sep 29, 2026 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    No access: unable to gain access into vacated apt 1 at 1st floor. super granted access to lobby. however, no answer to knocks at apartment door. no answer at intercom or doorbell at main entry door to building.

    Sep 4, 2025 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to obey vacate order from the commissioner per 28-207.4. noted: at the time of inspection apt 1 at 1st floor has been fully reoccupied despite the active vacate order m70/2019 issued on 04/16/2019. reme

    May 13, 2025 · Penalty $10,000

    Active
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain walls or appurtenances. noted: at time of inspection the fire escape drop ladder at east 12th st. side entrance is beingobstructed by multiple plastic garbage bins that are attached with met

    Apr 1, 2025 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain building wall(s)or appurtenances.noted:exterior concrete window header is cracked located at the rear(3rd floor)adjacentto the fire escape.rem:maintain exterior building wall & concrete wind

    Nov 12, 2024

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Removed or defaced a written posted vacate order#m70/2019 issued on 04/16/2019.noted:at the time of inspection,active vacate order notice removed from front entry door for one bedroom apartment 1.rem:comply wit

    Nov 12, 2024 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dept of bldgs for v35417671m issued4/16/19 pursuant to code28-204.2 file c/c

    Jul 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c for v35417670k issued4/19/19 pursuant to code28204.2 file c/c

    Jul 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c for v35417672y issued4/16/19 pursuant to code28204.2 file c/c

    Jul 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dept of bldgs for v35417668l issued4/16/19 pursuant to code28-204.2 file c/c

    Jul 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
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  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's order to file c/c for v35417667j issued4/16/19 pursuant to code28204.2 cile c/c

    Jul 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/commissioner's orders to file c/c w/dept of bldgs for v35417669n issued4/16/19 pursuant to code28-204.2 file c/c

    Jul 21, 2021 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Permanent dwelling used/converted for other than permanent residentialpurposes.dob records indicate building to be legally approved as a class "a" multiple dwelling. now apt #1 converted/used transiently

    Apr 16, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work without a permit. noted: erected full height partitions @apt #1 to create 1 additional bedroom. remedy: obtain permits.

    Apr 16, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Active
  • Class - 1

    907.2.8 failure to provide fire alarm system for transient use. "class j" remedy: discontinue illegal use.

    Apr 16, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.failure to provide number of required means of egress for every floor per bc 1018.1, 1021.1 and 27-366. remedy: discontinue illegal use.

    Apr 16, 2019 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building in code compliant manner.failure to provide required light and ventilation for every bedroom.noted: havingcreated 1 bedroom at apt #1 without light and ventilation. remedy:

    Apr 16, 2019 · Penalty $625

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain building inc code compliant manner. lack of systemof automatic sprinklers where is required as per bc 903.2 and ac 27-954 for transient use. remedy: discontinue illegal use.

    Apr 16, 2019 · Penalty $1,250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply with the commissioner's order to file a cert of correction with the dob. defects noted:at time of inspection no cert of correction has been filed for ecb notice of violation #34893804h & 34833

    May 19, 2012 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to comply w/ the comms order to file a cert of correction w/ the dob noted respondent failed to comply w/ the comms order to correctthe violating conditions & file a cert of correction pursuant to 28-20

    Mar 5, 2011 · Penalty $800

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Failure to post contractors sign.a 12' sidewalk shed has been erected (permit#120472675)& no contractor sign was posted/provided for shed.this violation is pursuant to subsection.provide contractors sign.

    Sep 28, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to post required dob permit @ site for sidewalk shed.a 12'h sidewalk shed has been erected @ 1st ave side of bldg & no shed permit was observed.(permit##120472675).post required sidewalk shed @ site.

    Sep 28, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.1) front facade- stone lentils cracked @ various locations 2 &7 3rd flrs. 2)step cracks. file engineer's report w/naweed chaudhri. rem:obtain permits repair replac

    Aug 19, 2010

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner.cellar. 1)lath & plaster miss @ ceiling- miss fire stopping. 2)1st fl joists rotted out in various locations. submit structural stability report to naweed chaudhri

    Aug 19, 2010 · Penalty $5,000

    Active
  • Class - 2

    Fail to maintain bldg in code compliant manner. cellar-missing brick @ cellar hatch. cellar-loose joints @ stone rubble wall.rem: repair & replace according to code.

    Aug 19, 2010 · Penalty $250

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Work w/o a permit erected partitions & installed cellar waste lines for 2pc bathroom & 1 stainless steel sink remedy: obtain permit or restore premises to prior legal condition

    Aug 19, 2010 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Fail to provide unobstructed exit passageway on east 12 st. fire escape hits stairs & block egress from the interior of the bldg. rem:immediately make safe- provide 2 means of egress- as per code.

    Aug 19, 2010 · Penalty $1,200

    Resolve
  • Class - 1

    Failure to maintain bldg in code-compliant manner. 1- south facade steps - no railings. (3 steps) - next to cellar hatch. remedy: immediately make safe. install railings as per code.

    Aug 19, 2010 · Penalty $1,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Sidewalk shed not in accordance on inspection approx 8,10, and hd ft high sidewalk has been ereted on south -east side without vandel-lightsproof light fixtures on conduit on underside of shed.plastic covers fo

    Jul 29, 2008 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Class - 2

    Failure to maintain plumb on inspection sidewalk shed post are out of plumb shed is learning to the east and west on south-east coner of e/12th st.rem:"stop all work" on sidewalk shed provide plumb on steelpost

    Jul 29, 2008 · Penalty $4,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to obtain a permit for temporary construction of sodewalk shed p#104902394 remedy: obtain permits

    Mar 3, 2008 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Sidewalk shed does not meet building code specifications noted:no lights on shed @ time of inspection. remedy: conform do shed to building code specifications

    Feb 2, 2008 · Penalty $5,000

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to comply w/ commissioners order to file a cert of correction w/ the dob for violations #34546423h & 34553725z same violating condition still exists such as step crack brick are loose & hanging b/w 1st

    Aug 29, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Work w/o permit. work noted: @ south side of premises (exposure # 7) erected 8'construction wood frame fence approx 25'. remedy: obtain permit or restore to prior legal conditions.

    Aug 29, 2007 · Penalty $2,500

    Active
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall-hazardous*at:1)exposure(2)brickare loose & hanging-also brick missing @ 1st fl thru midway of 2nd fl exposing steel beam to outside elements.2)step crack in same elevation

    Mar 14, 2007 · Penalty $2,000

    Resolve
  • Hazardous

    Failure to maintain exterior bldg wall.defect noted:1-located at exposure(2)brick are loose & hanging-also bricks mising at 1fl through midway of 2fl exposing steel beam to outside elements.2-step cracking obse

    Feb 5, 2007 · Penalty $800

    Resolve
  • Non-hazardous

    Failure to provide approved plans noted:no approved p;ans for at #101648763 at time of inspection at premises. remedy:stop all work make area safe and provide approved plans.

    Jan 13, 1999

    Resolve

Complaints

  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 22, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Apr 12, 2026 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Heat/hot water

    Apartment only

    Feb 1, 2022 · Apt 3

    Close
  • General

    Doors

    Feb 10, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Paint/plaster

    Wall

    Feb 10, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • General

    Stairs

    Feb 10, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close
  • Nonconst

    Janitor/super

    Feb 10, 2008 · Apt 2

    Close

Sales history

No recorded sales in our data

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

Building details

Building type
Mixed residential and retail building (S4)
Year built
1900
Floors
4
Residential units
4
Building area
4,546 ft²
Lot area
1,505 ft²
Zoning
R7A
Community board
103
Council district
2
Block / lot
454 / 45
Assessed value
$2,277,900
Landmark / historic district
No

HPD registration #115833, last renewed Aug 27, 2025.

Questions about 197 1 Avenue

Who owns 197 1 Avenue?

The owner of record in NYC Department of City Planning PLUTO data is 12th & 1st De LLC.

Does 197 1 Avenue have violations?

Yes. NYC HPD has recorded 26 housing violations at this property.

Is 197 1 Avenue 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 197 1 Avenue built?

City records list 1900 as the year it was built.

How many apartments are in 197 1 Avenue?

It has 4 residential units and 5 units in total.

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